Archaeological museum Mansio Sebatum

Numerous findings of the Roman and iron periods take you on a time journey in the interactive museum Mansio Sebatum in S. Lorenzo.

A journey across the history of settlement of the Val Pusteria, that dates back very long in history, can be experienced in the beautifully arranged archaeological museum in S. Lorenzo. This village in the Val Pusteria used to be ruled by the Saevates in the iron age, in the Roman period it used to be an important and strategic traffic junction.

Interactive installations make a visit to this museum, established on three floors, even more interesting and make you experience the journey across this bygone period and the former vivid market place Mansio Sebatum more intense. Findings of the iron age and the Roman period presented in an appealing manner, as well as model buildings and information panels provide a further insight into bygone periods.

On the first floor the focus is set on road building and the construction of the Roman road station, while the second floor is dedicated to the life and economic affairs in the Roman road station. The Roman gods, the popular believe the graves and further findings in Mansio Sebatum are presented on the third floor.

A visit to the museum can by the way best be combined with a walk on the Archaeological panoramic trail, along which information panels describe the relics that have been found in this area. The museum is ideal for a visit with your family, for kids in school age there is much to see and discover.

Opening hours:

Monday - Friday: 9 am – 12 am and 3 pm – 6 pm
Saturday: 9 am – 12 am
Sundays and feast days, 2 pm – 6 pm

Further information:
Museum Mansio Sebatum
Via J. Renzler 9
39030 St. Lorenzen
phone: +39 0474 474092
info@mansio-sebatum.it