Jena, July 27, 2026 – As part of the holiday program, the Phyletisches Museum in Jena is offering a special fossil guided tour for families and interested visitors. The tour will present exclusive artifacts from the paleontological collections that are otherwise kept in storage.
- Event: Special Fossil Guided Tour
- Location: Phyletisches Museum, Vor dem Neutor 1, 07743 Jena
- Cost: Tour is free of charge; regular museum admission applies
- Registration: Mandatory at the ticket counter or via email to phyl.museum@uni-jena.de
Exclusive insights into hidden exhibits
During the tour, visitors can expect to see fossilized shark teeth, parts of ichthyosaurs, and millions-of-years-old footprints. A museum expert will explain how fossils are formed and where they can be discovered in Germany.
The event is an ideal addition to the summer holidays in Thuringia and is suitable for both children and adults.
Dates and service information
As the number of participants is limited, registration is strictly required. Registrations are accepted directly at the museum ticket counter, by phone at 03641 949180, or via email. The following two dates are available:
- Monday, July 27, 2026: 2:00 PM to 3:00 PM
- Tuesday, August 11, 2026: 10:00 AM to 11:00 AM
Fossil excavation kit for children
A great gift for young researchers to discover and uncover their own fossils.
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Wieder aufgetaucht: die Fossilien-Spezialführung
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