The Celtic Village of Stoanabichl in Uttendorf lies at an altitude of around 1,000 metres – on a naturally sheltered hilltop offering impressive views across the Ober- and Mitterpinzgau regions. This significant archaeological site was discovered in 1962 during excavations for a water pipeline.
What makes the Celtic Village unique is that all aspects of Celtic life can be traced here in one place: settlement, burial ground, mining and ancient trade routes.
In addition to its sheltered location, the proximity to a stream also played a decisive role in the choice of settlement site and the water supply.
Work began on reconstructing the Celtic Village in 2001. To date, the dwelling house, the weaving house, the storehouse, a smelting site for copper and iron, and the pottery workshop with a kiln have been reconstructed.
In 2023, a watchtower was added to the Celtic Village.
The Celts in Uttendorf
It was more by chance than anything else when a large archaeological burial ground from the Hallstatt period (750 - 600 BC) was discovered in the Untersteinfeld area in April 1962 in the course of laying the new local water pipe in Uttendorf.
Soon afterwards, the location of a prehistoric settlement at Stoanabichl was successfully identified. The settlement was founded as early as the Early Bronze Age (1800 BC) and was continuously inhabited from the Urnfield Period (9th century BC) to Late Antiquity (4th/5th century AD). This is confirmed by finds uncovered in the course of archaeological excavations.
The inhabitants of that time lived from copper mining on the Viertalalm (1,600 m above sea level). The barter trade with this coveted raw material led, as findings show, to contacts with distant regions such as Upper Italy, Slovenia and the northern foothills of the Alps.
Opening hours 2026
12.05.2026 to 11.06.2026 - Tuesday & Thursday from 01.00 pm to 05.00 pm
14.06.2026 to 13.09.2026 - Tuesday to Friday & Sunday from 01.00 pm to 05.00 pm
15.09.2026 to 29.10.2026 - Tuesday & Thursday from 01.00 pm to 05.00 pm
Individual visits (e.g. for groups, school pupils, etc.) can be arranged on a flexible basis. To arrange a visit, please contact Mr. Ferdinand Cenger by telephone on +43 660 622 99 57
The site remains open to the public outside regular opening hours until further notice, and the entire site can be visited free of charge.
A history stretching back thousands of years is truly moving...
The Celtic Village vividly demonstrates the way of life and work of its prehistoric inhabitants.
If you would like to learn more about the history of the Stoanabichl Celtic Village and the way of life of the Celts, including their customs, rituals and mythology, then let our guided tours, accompanied by a multilingual audio guide (German, English, Italian, Dutch, Czech), transport you into the world of the Celts!
Experience the “origins of our culture” and visit us at the Stoanabichl Celtic Village!
There’s plenty for children to discover at the Stoanabichl Celtic Village too!
With plenty of curiosity, they can get stuck in and try their hand at how grain used to be ground into flour or how ore was crushed. In this playful way, they get a taste of Celtic life. And it’s not just the children who have a great time – parents love getting involved too.
Entrance fees
| Adults | € 9,00 |
| Children | € 4,50 |
| With guest card - adults | € 8,00 |
| With guest card - children | € 4,00 |
| Local residents & guests with Uttendorf guest card - adults | 50% discount |
| Local residents & guests with Uttendorf guest card - children | 50% discount |
| With the SalzburgerLand Card & National Park Sommercard | free of charge |
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The admission prices include an audio guide tour! |
History moves ...
In the Celtic Village, the work and way of life of the prehistoric inhabitants is demonstrated in a vivid way.
If you would like to learn more about the history of the Stoanabichl Celtic Village and the way of life of the Celts, their customs, rituals and mythology, then let yourself be whisked away into the world of the Celts on our guided tours with a bilingual audio guide! Ferdinand Cenger will be happy to answer any questions you may have on site during opening hours.
Experience the "origins of our culture" and visit us in the Stoanabichl Celtic Village!
To the Celtic village via the butterfly trail ...
The Celtic village can also be easily reached on foot via the butterfly trail. The educational trail starts above the church and informs with information boards about the rich biodiversity of the local butterflies. The varied biotopes, the "erratic blocks" from the Ice Age and the colourful insect and plant world enchant nature lovers of all ages. The walk to the Celtic village takes about 45 minutes. Afterwards, you can stop off at the Alpengasthof Liebenberg above the Celtic village.
Please note that the buildings in the Celtic Village can only be visited during the current opening hours. The area is always open.
For a special celebratory setting......
Renting
The Celtic Village at Stoanabichl can also be hired for all kinds of festivities (weddings, christenings, family celebrations, etc.).
For further information please call +43 660 622 99 57 (Ferdinand Cenger) or you can send an E-Mail: keltendorf@uttendorf.com