Keltenmuseum Hallein: Unveiling Celtic Heritage

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Explore Celtic history and art at one of Europe's largest Celtic museums, featuring Iron Age artifacts and Salzburg's prehistory.

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The Keltenmuseum Hallein, one of Europe's premier Celtic history museums, showcases unique artifacts from the Iron Age La Tène period, offering insights into Celtic life, Salzburg's prehistory, and Hallein's historic salt industry. Located in Hallein's former Salt Offices, it provides a captivating journey into the world of the Celts.

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Pflegerpl. 5, Hallein, 5400, AT
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Monday 9 am-5 pm
Tuesday 9 am-5 pm
Wednesday 9 am-5 pm
Thursday 9 am-5 pm
Friday 9 am-5 pm
Saturday 9 am-5 pm
Sunday 9 am-5 pm

Local tips

Combine your visit with a trip to the Salzwelten Salzburg salt mines on Dürrnberg for a complete historical experience.
Check out the Silent Night Museum Hallein, also managed by the Salzburg Museum, to learn about the origins of the famous Christmas carol.
Visit the Celtic Village Salina near the salt mines for a reconstructed Celtic village experience.

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Getting There

Walking

From the Hallein train station, walk southwest on Bahnhofstraße, then continue straight onto Pflegerplatz. The Keltenmuseum will be on your right. The walk is approximately 15 minutes.
Public Transport

From Salzburg, take a train or bus to Hallein. From the Hallein train station, you can walk to the museum (approx. 15 minutes) or take a local bus that stops near Pflegerplatz. Check local transport schedules for accurate timings. A Hop-On Hop-Off bus tour from Salzburg also stops at the Keltenmuseum and Pernerinsel. A 24-hour ticket costs EUR 29 for adults.
Driving

From the center of Flachgau, take the B150 road towards Hallein. Follow signs for the Keltenmuseum, located at Pflegerplatz 5. Parking is available nearby, including the Pernerinsel parking area. Parking at Pernerinsel is free for 3 hours, then EUR 0.60 per 30 minutes.

Discover more about Keltenmuseum

The Keltenmuseum Hallein is one of Europe's most significant museums dedicated to Celtic history and art. It offers a comprehensive look into the culture of the Celts, the prehistory of the Salzburg region, and the history of the town of Hallein. The museum's collection is largely based on discoveries made in the area surrounding the Hallein Salt Mine (Salzbergwerk Dürrnberg).The museum's exhibits feature a wide array of artifacts, including tools, jewelry, weapons, and pottery, providing a detailed look into Celtic daily life and cultural practices. A highlight is the 2,500-year-old Celtic beaked flagon (Schnabelkanne) from Dürrnberg, adorned with mythical creatures. Visitors can also explore walk-in mining galleries and burial chambers. Additionally, the museum displays three archiepiscopal royal rooms dating back to 1756/57, along with objects related to Hallein's history and salt production.The museum itself has a rich history, founded in 1882 and moving to its current location in the former Salt Offices in 1970. Since 2012, the Keltenmuseum Hallein has been a part of the Salzburg Museum. The Keltenmuseum Hallein also includes the Silent Night Museum Hallein, located in the former home of Franz Xaver Gruber, composer of the famous Christmas carol.