April 1, 2026 – November 1, 2026
Bier – ein Jahrtausende altes Kultgetränk
Special exhibition on the history of brewing, from the first breweries in Egypt and Mesopotamia to the Celts, with cultural aspects, deities and types of beer.
Heuneburg – Stadt Pyrene
Open-air museum on plateau of Celtic hillfort above Danube with reconstructed houses, defensive rampart and craftsmen's quarter.
Have only individual sections read aloud
Opening hoursAdmission €5 Partially accessible
Current exhibitions
About the museum
Heuneburg sits on approximately three hectare large rock spur above Danube near Herbertingen-Hundersingen. First settlement traces go back to the Neolithic; in the Middle Bronze Age the plateau was first fortified and abandoned again around 1100 BC.
The complex experienced its heyday in the late Hallstatt period. Around 600 BC a mud brick wall was built following Mediterranean example, plus a forecourt with monumental stone gate and extensive external settlement. With an estimated approximately 5,000 inhabitants, Heuneburg is considered an early city north of the Alps, whose trade connections reached the Mediterranean; it is suspected to be the 'Pyrene' mentioned by Herodotus. Fires around 530 BC and mid-5th century BC ended the flourishing.
Excavations on the plateau began in 1921, the surroundings with burial mounds have been studied since the 19th century; today the State Office for Monument Preservation supervises research. Between 1998 and 2001 an open-air museum was established on the plateau with reconstructions of residential and workshop buildings.
The facility belongs to the State Palaces and Gardens of Baden-Württemberg. Finds from the surrounding area are shown in the Celtic Museum in Hundersingen, connected to Heuneburg via an archaeological trail.
Highlights
- Reconstructed dwellings, manor house and craftsmen's quarter from the Hallstatt period
- Defensive rampart with view over Danube valley
- Garden with Celtic food and dye plants
- Archaeological trail to burial mounds and Celtic museum
- Interactive workshops in the Celtic workshop
- Operated by
- Staatliche Schlösser und Gärten Baden-Württemberg
Admission & discounts
| Adults | €5 |
|---|---|
| Reduced | €2.50Children from 6, students and students to 28 years, volunteer service participants and people with GdB from 50 |
| Children & teens | €2.50free up to age 5 · Children under 6 free; adults are persons from 15 years. |
| Visitors with disabilities | €2.50companion free · Reduced from GdB 50; one companion free if notation in card. |
| Students & apprentices | €2.50Students and students to 28 years with ID. |
| Groups | €7.20 per personGroup price including 60-minute standard tour (flat rate EUR 144 to 20 people, each additional person EUR 7.20; max. 25 people per tour). One companion per group from 20 people free. |
| Families | €12.50 |
| Admission including standard tour | €8Reduced EUR 4, families EUR 20 |
| Thematic tour including admission | €10Reduced EUR 5, families EUR 25 |
| Celtic workshop for young and old | €5Plus admission; once monthly |
| Annual card | €25Personal, valid one year from issuance |
With admission ticket of Celtic Museum Heuneburg in Hundersingen EUR 2.50 discount. Schlosscard and State Family Pass recognized; with AlbCard admission free. In 2026 season school classes have free admission after registration.
Accessibility
- Partially wheelchair accessible
- Elevator: no information
- Accessible restroom: no information
- Accessible parking: no information
- Service dogs welcome: no information
- Tactile models & exhibits: no information
- Sign language tours: no information
- Easy-to-read materials: no information
- Audio description: no information
Open grounds with partly uneven paths; individual reconstructions difficult or impossible to access by wheelchair.
Kids & families
Great for kids & families
| Kids’ admission | free up to age 5 |
|---|---|
| Family ticket | €12.50 |
- Family tours & workshops
- Hands-on stations
- Kids’ birthday parties
Monthly Celtic workshop for young and old plus special tours for children and families. Birthday parties with tour and two workshops (2.5 hours, up to 12 people, EUR 120 plus materials). School classes can book workshops such as experience excavation, felting or jewelry bending.
Getting there & parking
By public transit
Hundersingen, Freilichtmuseum Heuneburg
Train to Herbertingen, then call-a-ride bus naldo line 419 to Hundersingen/open-air museum Heuneburg; alternatively from Herbertingen or Mengen station on Danube bike path.
By car
Free bus parking for groups.
Due to construction in Herbertingen area until 18 December 2026 follow marked detour. Park bicycles at racks; e-bike batteries can be charged free at cashier.
Get directionsAmenities & dining
Catering at the Celtic experience world currently being re-leased.
Events & venue rental
The museum hasn’t published any information on this.
Plan your visit
| Guided tours | yes · approx. 60 min |
|---|---|
| Audio guide | yes (DE, EN) |
| School programs | yes |
| Photography | Private souvenir photos permitted; photo shoots and commercial recordings only with permission, drones prohibited. |
| Good to know | Public standard tour in season Sunday at 12 and 14 (EUR 3 plus admission); thematic and group tours by registration. Free experience tour in Monument BW app (German, English). Dogs on leash permitted, but not in reconstructions. |
