A step into the Cretaceous
Cava Pontrelli
Organised by Comune di Altamura
The Cava Pontrelli in Altamura reopens to the public for free guided tours of one of Italy's most important palaeontological sites, where around 20,000 dinosaur footprints dating back 80 million years have been recorded. The tours take place every Saturday and Sunday from 24 October to 6 December 2026, with slots at 9:30 and 11:30. Guides accompany visitors through the karst rocks of the Murgia, where dinosaur tracks emerge in the landscape. The initiative is promoted by the Comune di Altamura with the involvement of CARS, Centro Altamurano Ricerche Speleologiche. Participation is free, but booking is mandatory.
Hours: 09:30 - 11:30 Period: from 24 October to 6 December 2026 Days: every Saturday and Sunday Tour slots: 9:30 and 11:30 Free participation Mandatory online booking via the QR code on the poster or the website ormedinosaurialtamura.it
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