Monte Alpi's Fish Fossil
Istioforide di Monte Alpi
A fossil of a 30 million-year-old fish is unexpectedly hidden thousands of feet above sea level.

A 30 million-year-old fish fossil hidden thousands of feet above sea level.
Located on the southern slopes of Monte Alpi near Latronico, Italy.

Why Go

🐟 Witness a 30-million-year-old fish fossil
⛰️ Explore the untouched Monte Alpi area
📜 See evidence of ancient sea levels

Why Avoid

⚠️ Fossil is difficult to spot without assistance

Tips

💧 Bring water to pour on the slab to enhance visibility
🗺️ Follow Via Roma past Fraccia locality, then a paved ramp with "Istioforide di Monte Alpi" sign
🚶 Footpath to fossil is almost opposite a lay-by on the right side of the road

🅿️ Parking

Lay-by available on the right side of the road near the footpath.

Last updated 4 days ago

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