Archaeology in Lower Austria

Its long history of settlements and its central location make Lower Austria a region with an exciting history – and a wealth of historical finds that help bring the past alive.

Countless archaeological sites tell the story of Lower Austria's long and eventful tradition of human settlement: from the first signs of Neanderthals and their primitive tools to what is likely its most famous artifact: the Venus of Willendorf, dating back to 25,000 BC. From Bronze Age graves to Carnuntum, its well-preserved Roman legion camp. Excavation and research sites range from medieval castle ruins and treasure hoards to more modern-day battle sites. We present a curated, representative selection of these archaeological sites:

Archaeology in Lower Austria

Archaeology in the Vienna Alps

The Alpine south of Lower Austria is known not just for its archaeological finds but also for its magnificent treasures.

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Archaeology in the Danube region

The banks of the Danube were not just where Stone Age hunters camped; the Romans also built numerous border fortifications here

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Archaeology in the Weinviertel

From mountains to monarchs: archaeology in the Weinviertel region has exciting tales to tell of ages past.

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Archaeology in the Mostviertel

The Mostviertel sites range from Neolithic hilltop settlements to prisoner-of-war camps from the First World War.

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Lagerzaun und Postenhütte des Kriegsgefangenenlagers in Purgstall, © Stadtgemeinde Wieselburg

Archaeology in the Waldviertel

In the high north of Lower Austria, archaeologists have come across some of the most important sites in Austria.

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Archaeology in the Wienerwald

Caves used in the Stone Age, Iron Age settlements and medieval monasteries: the Wienerwald region provides archaeologists with a rich source for research.

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