Guided Fossil hunt at the Fossil- og Mo-clay Museum

Guided fossil hunting in Nordmors – find 55 million-year-old traces in the moler

In the moler pits of Nordmors, the layers hold stories from a distant past. With a hammer in hand, the stone is opened, and inside may lie traces of life from millions of years ago.

Fossil hunting in a moler pit with access through the museum

The museum organises guided fossil hunts during the Easter, summer and autumn holidays. The trip takes place in a moler pit close to the Fossil and Moler Museum, where participants gain access to an area rich in fossils.

Find fossils of fish, insects and plants in the moler

The moler can yield fossils of fish, insects and plants, among other things. When the stone is split, impressions may emerge that have been preserved for up to 55 million years.

Guidance and tools provide access to the hunt underground

Together with a guide, participants receive instruction in how to work with the moler and search for fossils. The right tools are used to open the stones and examine their contents.

Take your finds home after the fossil hunt

If you find fossils along the way, you are welcome to take them home. This gives you the opportunity to continue the experience after the trip.

Ticket includes access to the Fossil and Moler Museum

The price of the trip includes entry to the Fossil and Moler Museum.

Practical information and booking for the guided fossil hunt

Tickets must be purchased in advance to secure a place on the trip.

Booking: https://museummors.understory.io/experience/0e839c643234f15971f8a7202324f2dd

FAQ

When can you take part?
- During the Easter, summer and autumn holidays.

Can you find fossils?
- Yes, there are good opportunities to find fossils in the moler.

Are you allowed to take fossils home?
- Yes, finds may be taken home.