Spazio Pantani Cesenatico is a multimedia museum dedicated to local cyclist Marco Pantani and his life and career. Beside Cesenatico railway station, it brings together his bicycles, trophies, personal material and career story in a compact museum setting.
- Location: Via Cecchini 2, 47042 Cesenatico (FC), Italy, beside the railway station.
- Typical hours: Open Wednesday to Sunday; closed Monday and Tuesday
- Admission: €8 for adults, €5 for ages 13–17, and free for children under 13.
Where is Spazio Pantani in Cesenatico?
Spazio Pantani is at Via Cecchini 2, beside Cesenatico railway station. The station-side location makes it straightforward to include the museum when arriving by train, and puts the visit close to the town’s central area.
The museum opened to the public in October 2006. It was established through the initiative of the Pantani family, the Municipality of Cesenatico and the Marco Pantani Foundation. If you’re planning a broader day in town, this practical guide to Cesenatico city centre covers the neighbourhood.
What can you see at the Marco Pantani museum?
The Marco Pantani museum spans about 300 square metres across three areas: Sala Mortirolo, Sala Alpe d’Huez and Sala Bocchetta. Together, they tell the story of Pantani’s cycling career through objects and multimedia material.
Sala Alpe d’Huez contains trophies, memorabilia, bicycles, original notes, video material and career photo albums. It also displays more than 20 paintings made by Pantani and has a 50-seat cinema. Sala Bocchetta has an outdoor terrace and is used mainly in summer for thematic exhibitions, commemorations and other initiatives.
How should you plan a visit to Spazio Pantani?
Opening hours change with the season, so plan around the applicable schedule. The seasons run from October 5 to May 16 and from May 17 to October 3.
Opening hours
- Wednesday to Friday: 9:00–13:00
- Saturday and Sunday: 9:30–12:30 and 15:00–18:00
- Monday and Tuesday: closed
Last checked November 2026. Hours can change on holidays and for special events.
Admission costs €8 for adults and €5 for visitors aged 13–17; children under 13 enter free. The ticket includes a multilingual audio guide accessed on your smartphone. People with disabilities enter free, and groups of more than 10 people pay €5 per person.
Groups and school groups can arrange visits by reservation, including opening hours on request. Before setting out, check the official site before you go. For reservations, the museum gives telephone number 0547 672886 and email address info@pantani.it. If the museum is part of a full day around town, this one-day Cesenatico itinerary can help you plan the wider route.
How do you get to Spazio Pantani from the hotel area?
From this three-star hotel in Cesenatico, Spazio Pantani is about 1.6 km away, with a listed journey of about 26 minutes on foot or 12 minutes by car. The museum is right beside Cesenatico railway station, so if you arrive there, you can reach it on foot from beside the station.
FAQs
Where is Spazio Pantani?
It is at Via Cecchini 2, 47042 Cesenatico (FC), Italy, beside Cesenatico railway station.
How much are tickets?
Admission is €8 for adults and €5 for visitors aged 13–17. Children under 13 enter free, and admission includes a multilingual audio guide on your smartphone.
What are the museum’s opening hours?
Open Wednesday to Sunday; closed Monday and Tuesday. Spazio Pantani follows different schedules from October 5 to May 16 and from May 17 to October 3. Check the official site before your visit for the applicable hours.
Can groups book a visit?
Yes. Groups and school groups can arrange a visit by reservation, including opening hours on request.