April 10 - August 28, 2025
Cervia
Cervia Archaeology - Open Day on the excavations in Cervia Vecchia
The Cervia Archaeology project sees the participation of the University of Bologna, the Municipality of Cervia-MUSA, the Salt Museum, the Soprintendenza Archeologia Belle Arti e Paesaggio for the provinces of Ravenna, Forlì-Cesena and Rimini, the Gruppo Culturale Civiltà Salinara and the Cervia Saltpan Park. The rich programme of initiatives includes open days in the excavation area and presentations of the results.
Over the years, many archaeological discoveries have been made as a result of the investigation and excavation campaign at the two sites:
- Cervia Vecchia
It stood in the heart of the saltpan area and was abandoned during the 18th century due to the relocation of its inhabitants to where it still stands today. Thanks to a series of archaeological surveys, we are beginning to understand the state of conservation and depth of the archaeological remains and study the topography of the ancient town. - Lawn of the Rose
In the area, a series of structures have been found in the centre of a cemetery area and also a large church, probably the ancient Cathedral of Ficocles, the episcopal centre that preceded Cervia Vecchia.
In order to offer citizens and interested persons the opportunity to view and explain the activities carried out and the new findings during the current excavation campaign, the Municipality of Cervia and the University of Bologna are organising free guided tours of the archaeological site.
Programme
Monday 9 June
9 p.m.
Archaeology in Cervia: presentation of results
At the Acervum Restaurant (Via Madonna della Neve 15, Cervia), archaeologists will present the results of the 2024 excavation campaign and the plan for the 2025 campaign. During the evening, Professor Augenti, of Medieval Archaeology, Dr. Mila Bondi and Dr. Cavalazzi, coordinators of the investigations, will speak.
Event with free admission.
Friday 20 June
5.30 p.m.
Open Day excavations at Prato della Rosa
A walk of approximately one hour and 30 minutes (round trip) on the excavation area in the company of archaeologists. The walk to the excavation area is on the banks of the salt pans, an uncomfortable path and, unfortunately, not accessible to those with walking difficulties.
Meeting point: Salina Visitor Centre, Via Bova, 61 - Cervia
Booking compulsory while places last via email to salinadicervia@atlantide.net or telephone 0544 973040. The guided tour, in two groups. is free of charge
Wendsday 20 August
5.30 p.m.
Cervia Vecchia Excavations Open Day
A walk of approximately one hour and 30 minutes, including a 30-minute walk to and from the excavation area in the company of the archaeologists. The route to the excavation area is on the banks of the salt pans, so it is uncomfortable and, unfortunately, not accessible to those with walking difficulties.
Meeting point: Acervum, Via Madonna della Neve 15 - Cervia
The guided tour is free of charge
17:30
Open Day excavations at Prato della Rosa
A walk of approximately one hour and 30 minutes (round trip) to the excavation area in the company of archaeologists. The walk to the excavation area is on the banks of the salt pans, an uncomfortable path and, unfortunately, not accessible to those with walking difficulties.
Meeting point: Salina Visitor Centre, Via Bova, 61 - Cervia
Booking compulsory while places last via email to salinadicervia@atlantide.net or telephone 0544 973040. The guided tour, for two groups, is free of charge.
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