The evidence of a prehistoric foundry dating back to the Bronze Age, within a setting of particular naturalistic interest: the Redebus peat bog.
The Acqua Fredda archaeological site is located near the Redebus Pass, at an altitude of 1,450 metres. It is home to one of the most important prehistoric metalworking centres from the Late Bronze Age (13th-11th century B.C.) in Europe. Here, in 1979, as many as 9 smelting furnaces were found, as well as tools for processing copper, such as the millstones that were used to reduce the ore to sand, or the end pieces of bellows used in the smelting process. There is also an decorated bronze brooch dating back to the XI century BC, which probably belonged to a prehistoric metal worker. The site is also enhanced by its natural setting, represented by the Redebus reserve, a peat bog of great naturalistic value that is home to many plant species.
Visiting rules
To better appreciate the site, consult the information panels that illustrate how the melting furnaces worked and how the extraction of copper ore took place.
- Help us to protect and protect thisarea, respect the environment and leave this place as you found it
- Bring your waste home.
- Keep dogs on a leash
- Do not climb on the wooden seats
- Watch out for slippery floor in rain
STRENGTH
The opportunity to visit a prehistoric archaeological site located in a reserve of great naturalistic value.
