Cradle of Carinthia: Maria Saal, Duke's Chair and Magdalensberg
Celts, Romans and Carinthian dukes in the Zollfeld
Photo: Johann Jaritz, CC BY-SA 4.0, Wikimedia Commons
- Duration
- 3.0 hours
- Languages
- German, English
This private excursion takes you to the Zollfeld plain north of Klagenfurt, the historic cradle of Carinthia. You visit the cathedral of Maria Saal, the Duke's Chair and the Magdalensberg with its Celtic and Roman town.
On the Magdalensberg lay one of the oldest Roman settlements in today's Austria, a Roman trading post in the Celtic kingdom of Noricum. The excavations reveal houses, workshops and finds, and the view stretches far across the Klagenfurt basin.
In the Zollfeld stands the Duke's Chair, where the dukes of Carinthia were once invested, a unique legal monument. The Gothic cathedral of Maria Saal with its fortified wall was the starting point for the Christianization of Carantania. Your guide weaves the three sites into one story of how Carinthia began.
The excursion is private and planned around your group. We are happy to discuss transport, how long you would like to spend at each stop and where to take breaks before the day.
Highlights
- The Magdalensberg archaeological park
- The Duke's Chair in the Zollfeld
- The Gothic pilgrimage church of Maria Saal
- Carantania and the Carinthian dukes
- Wide views over the Klagenfurt basin
The route
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1Magdalensberg
Celtic and Roman town and summit church.
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2Zollfeld
Duke's Chair and Roman road.
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3Maria Saal
Cathedral, fortified wall and Roman stones.
Who this tour is for
History lovers, study groups and vacationers who want to understand Carinthia more deeply.
Frequently asked questions
Are entrance fees included?
No. Entrance fees for the archaeological park are not included in the tour price and are paid on site. Your guide will let you know in advance which tickets you will need.
How is the price calculated?
This is a private tour, so you pay one price per group, not per person. The amount depends on the duration and group size, and you receive a quote with your request.
Is the Magdalensberg archaeological park open all year?
The park is open in the warmer months. Out of season we adapt the trip and focus on Maria Saal and the Duke's Chair.
