Cathedral Excavations

The Cathedral Excavation Museum is part of the Salzburg Museum and is located beneath the Cathedral and Residence Square. History and architecture enthusiasts will gain insights into construction activities since Roman times.

The Cathedral Excavation Museum and its Treasures

The centerpiece of the Cathedral Excavation Museum is the archaeological finds of a Roman villa, from which various walls, architectural elements, channels, warm air heating systems, and original mosaic floors have been discovered and are preserved in very good quality.

In addition to the relics from this private residence, interested visitors can see the foundations and masonry of the west towers of the Romanesque cathedral, which was expanded in the late 12th century under Archbishop Conrad III, and which was demolished after a fire in 1598.

Opening times

The Cathedral Excavation Museum is expected to remain closed until 2028.
Guided tours available on request (Tel. +43662 620808-723)

(Status: 11/2024)

Accessibility

The Cathedral Excavation Museum is not accessible for people with disabilities. Tours and workshops for blind and visually impaired individuals, in easy language, with sign language interpreters, and for people with dementia. For more information, you can find it here.