Cervia rediscovered
An exhibition dedicated to the archaeological investigations on the territory of the municipality of Cervia.
After an initial intervention at the archaeological site of Cervia Vecchia between June and the beginning of July, in August and September the investigations focused on the site of Prato della Rosa, in the centre of the Cervia Saltpan.
Prato della Rosa is traditionally believed to be the site of the ancient cathedral of Ficocles, the episcopal centre that preceded Cervia Vecchia.
Archaeological investigations at this location were started in 2023 and have brought to light a series of structures in the centre of a cemetery area; in particular, a large church was also discovered.
The investigations in Prato della Rosa this year extended the excavation area and gathered new information on the structure of the cathedral already discovered in 2023. Further burial areas, changes in the orientation of the place of worship that occurred over time and a baptismal font were discovered.
Research will continue in October, with surface reconnaissance aimed at identifying and documenting archaeological sites in the countryside of the municipality of Cervia.
Opening
Winter timetable
from 16 September 2024 to 31 May 2025,
Saturdays, Sundays and public holidays from 2.30 p.m. to 7 p.m.
Guided tours of Musa in foreign languages, for groups
Guided tours in English, French and German by appointment for groups of at least 15 people
Guided tours of the exhibition are available in Italian only.
When
from 21st December 2024 to 23rd March 2025
Opening
see details on page
Luogo
Musa - Salt Museum
Cervia - Magazzino del Sale Torre, Via Nazario Sauro 24
Price
exhibition included in the ticket price
entrance fees to Musa
Official Tourist Information Site of Cervia