The UOMINI E LUPI CENTRE
The Uomini e Lupi Centre, inaugurated in 2010 thanks to the great commitment of the Park and the Municipality of Entracque and managed by us since 2013, was born with the main objective of raising public awareness on the problems connected to the presence of the wolf and of deepening the aspects of the biology of the species through interactive installations, dissemination and entertainment activities following the natural return to the Western Alps that this species began to make starting from the 90s. The Center is structured in two complementary sections, namely the Visitor Center in the town of Entracque and the Wildlife Area in the Casermette area.
The Visitor centre offers a tour to discover myths and legends related to wolves and follows the history of the human/wolf relationship up to the present day.
The wildlife area is characterized by a multimedia path that introduces the biology of the wolf in an exciting way and leads to a large enclosure housing some animals no longer able to live in the wild, that can be observed from the watchtowers.
As a whole, the Uomini e Lupi Centre aims to leave visitors better informed and more aware of the possibility of a balance between human activities and the presence of the predator in the alpine environment.
Rather than providing answers, the intent is to offer the visitor the opportunity to deepen their knowledge of the wolf and its behavior, allowing them to have all the necessary elements to build an opinion based on documentation, insights and first-hand observations.
Visitor centre
In the Entracque Visitor Centre, the visit is guided by the narrative voice of a storyteller. Listening to the stories told in the Fairytale Tent, in the Bicycle Workshop, in the Portrait Gallery and in the Grotto, a moral emerges that is only apparently obvious: the wolf is neither good nor bad.
The Visitor centre houses the IAT Office (which follows the same opening hours as the visitor centre), a park shop with various gadgets for the mountains and souvenirs of the centre and a book shop with books dedicated to the mountains, the territory and for children. Also at the Visitor Centre it is possible to rent traditional MTBs (telephone reservations are recommended)
Wildlife Area
The Wildlife Area includes an enclosure of about eight hectares inside which are housed some specimens of Canis lupus italicus that can be observed thanks to two watchtowers.
These are exclusively animals that could not live in the wild: either because they are victims of serious accidents, or because they have already been born in captivity.
We would like to emphasize that a wolf sighting in the wild is a very rare and fortuitous event, and even within the Wildlife Area despite it being an enclosed area, because of its size, a wolf sighting is not a completely guaranteed event.
The centre has a small refreshment point where you can taste local products with sandwiches, as well as snacks, ice creams and coffees. Inside there is also a park shop and a book shop.
Regulation
The Uomini e Lupi centre allows you to experience real emotions: through the two possible visits you can explore many different environments, with installations free of architectural barriers; From the watchtowers, you can enjoy the unique experience of observing wolves without filters. In order to take advantage of these great possibilities, we ask you to respect 8 simple rules
Yes to amateur photography
We like to think that you can take home a souvenir of the day. For this reason, you are welcome to take non-professional photographs of both the displays and the wolves you observe (fingers crossed!) from the lookout towers. You can also shoot videos from the towers. For amateur publication of the material produced, please specify its source (#centrofuominielupi). Professional photos and videos must be authorized in advance and will incur a fee based on the support of the cooperative and organization staff.
Pets are not allowed in
The set-ups of the visit routes are very delicate. The social balance of the wolves hosted in the Wildlife Area is no less. We have thought a lot about this decision, but no, pets, even on a lead, are not allowed to into The Uomini e Lupi centre
No food and drink
At the Centre, or in nearby shops, you can buy ice cream and many other delicacies! However, we ask you to consume your food outside the exhibition paths and not on the watchtowers
No food for wolves
The diet of the wolves in the Centre is controlled and managed by professionals from the Park. We ask that you do not throw food from the watchtowers. Don't forget that the wolves in the centre, although in captivity, maintain a wild nature: the best way to observe them is to try to remain as silent as possible!
Don't make videos of the set-ups
You can make non-professional videos of the wolves you observe (fingers crossed!) from the Watchtowers, but we ask you not to film the contents of the exhibition.
Do not touch the fittings
. The tours of the Uomini e Lupi centres have no barriers: you can get close to objects and observe the details closely, but we ask you not to touch – or take – the elements on display.
No smoking
You are not allowed to smoke inside the centre, including the lookout towers
Lighters cannot be used
For security reasons, inside the facilities of The Uomini e Lupi centre, you may not use lighters or open flames.
Tickets and prices
Visits to the Uomini e Lupi Center require the purchase of an admission ticket, valid until November 1, 2026.
There are essentially three types of tickets available:
- Men and Wolves Museum ticket (includes Wildlife Area and Visitor Center);
- guided tour ticket "Beware of the Wolf!";
- PROMO ticket Uomini e Lupi Center (includes Wildlife Area, Visitor Center and guided tour "Beware of the Wolf!");
The Uomini e Lupi Center is part of the Abbonamento Torino Musei circuit, so pass holders are entitled to free admission to the "Centro Musei" tour. This right is available to those who purchase the admission ticket and book their visits within 24 hours before. This free admission does not appply to participation in educational activities and guided tours.
"Beware of the Wolf!" is a guided tour with limited capacity and mandatory booking.
Cancellations must be made at least 48 hours in advance.
Otherwise, the full amount must be paid.
It is recommended to report any mobility needs or disabilities at the time of booking.
On-site purchase at ticket office (no reservation)
Uomini e Lupi Center rates (includes both sections)
Adult ticket: €13 per person
Ages 6–13 and over 70, companions of certified disabled persons: €9 per person
Under 6 years and certified disabled: free
Guided tour rates "Beware of the Wolf!"
Adult ticket: €18 per person
Reduced 3–5 years: €10 per person
Under 3 years: free
Online purchase with advance booking (at least 24 hours before)
Uomini e Lupi Center rates (includes both sections)
Adult ticket: €10 per person
Ages 6–13, over 70 and companions of certified disabled persons: €8 per person
Under 6 years, certified disabled and holders of Museum Subscription: free
Guided tour rates "Beware of the Wolf!"
Adult ticket: €15 per person
Reduced 3–5 years: €10 per person
Under 3 years: free
Opening times
Visitor Center
DECEMBER 2025
Sundays and on the dates 6-7-8-26-27-28-29-30-31 (CLOSED on Christmas Day) - Opening hours: 10:00-13:00 / 15:00-17:00
2026
JANUARY
From 1st to 6th every day, from 7th on Sundays - Opening hours: 10:00-13:00 / 15:00-17:00
FEBRUARY
Sunday and on the dates 15-16-17 - Opening hours: 10:00-13:00 / 15:00-17:00
MARCH
Sunday - Opening hours: 10:00-13:00 / 15:00-18:00
APRIL
Sunday; 2-3-4-6-7 (CLOSED ON EASTER), 25 - Opening hours: 10:00-13:00 / 15:00-18:00
MAY
From 1st to 3th, from 4th only on Sundays - Opening hours: 10:00-13:00 / 15:00-18:00
JUNE
On the dates of 1st, 2nd and 7th - Opening hours: 10:00-13:00 / 15:00-18:00
From 14th only on Sundays - Opening hours: 10:00-13:00 / 15:00-19:00
JULY
Every day - Time: 9:00-13:00 / 15:00-19:00
AUGUST
Every day - Time: 9:00-13:00 / 15:00-19:00
SEPTEMBER
Until the 13th every day - Time: 10:00-13:00 / 15:00-19:00
From the 14th only on Sunday - Time: 10:00-13:00 / 15:00-18:00
OCTOBER
Sunday - Time: 10:00-13:00 / 15:00-18:00
NOVEMBER
Opening hours: 10.00-13:00 and 15.00-17:00
Wildlife Area
DECEMBER 2025
Sunday and on the dates 6-7-8-26-27-28-29-30-31 (CLOSED on Christmas Day) - Time: 10:00-17:00
2026
JANUARY
From 1st to 6th every day, from 7th only on Sundays - Opening hours: 10:00-17:00
FEBRUARY
Sunday and on the dates 15-16-17 - Opening hours: 10:00-17:00
MARCH
Sunday - Opening hours: 10:00-18:00
APRIL
Sunday; 2-3-4-6-7 (CLOSED ON EASTER), 25 - Opening hours: 10:00-18:00
MAY
From 1 to 3, from 4 only on Sundays - Opening hours: 10:00-18:00
JUNE
On the dates of 1, 2 and 7 - Opening hours: 10:00-18:00
From 14 Every day - Opening hours: 10:00-19:00
JULY
Every day - Opening hours: 10:00-20:00
AUGUST
Every day - Opening hours: 10:00-20:00
SEPTEMBER
Until the 13th Every day - Opening hours: 10:00-19:00
From the 14th only on Sunday - Opening hours: 10:00-18:00
OCTOBER
Sunday - Opening hours: 10:00-18:00
NOVEMBER
1st Opening hours: 10.00-17:00