Family tour (2h)
The family tour was developed especially for children between the ages of 6 and 10. Together with their parents/grandparents, they learn in a playful way how the Messel Pit was formed and which animals and plants lived in the tropical rainforest 47 million years ago in the area surrounding the Messel Pit. An ideal tour that turns a family outing into an exciting experience.
Route
Approx. 3 km, 60 meters elevation gain, up to 12% gradient.
Prices
Adults: €14
Concessions*: €11
Children under 6: free
Family ticket**: €35
Maximum number of participants: 40 people
* Children aged 6 to 17, students, apprentices, BFD/FSJ/FÖJ participants, people with severe disabilities, and holders of a Museum Pass issued by the German Museum Association (Deutscher Museumsbund e.V.).
** Applies to families of up to 5 people (1–2 adults and 1–4 children aged up to 17). With the Hessen Family App, you receive a 20% discount on the family ticket (please note: not applicable for online bookings, but only when paying on site). We recommend booking the tour in advance by telephone on +49 (0) 6159 71759-0 or by email at service@welterbe-grube-messel.de.)
Children under 6 and carers accompanying people with a ‘B’ mark on their disability card are admitted free of charge.
Tickets & inquiries
Bookings are only possible for families with at least one child between the ages of 6 and 10!
Tickets can be booked on site subject to availability. However, we recommend booking in advance by phone at +49 (0) 6159 71759-0 or online.
Sa 23.05.
14:30 - 16:30h
So 24.05.
10:30 - 12:30h
Mo 25.05.
10:30 - 12:30h
Sa 30.05.
14:30 - 16:30h
So 31.05.
10:30 - 12:30h
Th 04.06.
10:30 - 12:30h
Sa 06.06.
14:30 - 16:30h
The family tour (2 h) can also be booked for private groups.
For further information and to arrange a date, please use the “Request programme” form or call +49 (0) 6159 71759-0.
Minimum flat rate: For private groups, this is €220 (equivalent to 20 participants). Please note on the form if any participants have difficulty walking—we will find a suitable solution.
Welterbe Grube Messel GGmbH
Rossdörfer Str. 108
64409 Messel
Mail: service@welterbe-grube-messel.de
Phone: +49 (0) 6159 71759 – 0