Prinoth Herwig

Prinoth Herwig is a palaeontologist specialising in the archaeology of the Dolomites. He was a scientific co-worker at the Museum Ladin and then curator of palaeozoology at the Natural Science Museum of South Tyrol until 2023. Currently, he is part of the team at the Museum Ladin. He has contributed to important archaeological discoveries and conducted palaeontological research into the late Permian extinctions. Prinoth is also involved in outreach to make palaeontology accessible to all.

The encounter and guided walk led by Prinoth Herwig, in collaboration with MUSE, introduce participants to the landscape and natural environment of the Dolomites, offering an immersive exploration of Alpine ecology, geology, and topography.