Magdalenenberg Archaeological Site
Prehistoric burial mound and archaeological site in Germany
Near Villingen-Schwenningen the Magdalenenberg is a large Iron Age burial mound associated with Celtic elite burials. Archaeology visitors study the tumulus and related museum exhibits.
Magdalenenberg at a Glance#
How to Get to Magdalenenberg#
Magdalenenberg is located near the town of Wilhelmsdorf/Unterhaugstett in Baden-Württemberg. Access is typically by car from nearby towns or by regional train to the nearest station followed by a local taxi or a walk depending on exact location. Local tourist offices in the region can provide walking-route maps.
Tips for Visiting Magdalenenberg#
- Wear good walking shoes - the tumulus has uneven ground and paths through wooded areas.
- Visit on weekdays to avoid weekend hikers and school groups.
- Bring insect repellent in summer; the site sits in a wooded area where ticks and mosquitoes can be present.
Best Time to Visit Magdalenenberg#
Spring and autumn offer comfortable walking conditions and pleasant light for photography.
Weather & Climate near Magdalenenberg#
Magdalenenberg's climate is classified as Warm-Summer Continental - Warm-Summer Continental climate with mild summers (peaking in July) and freezing winters (coldest in January). Temperatures range from -5°C to 22°C. Moderate rainfall (939 mm/year).
| Month | Comfort | Temp | Feels | Rain | Sky | Humidity | Wind | UV | Daylight |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| January | Poor | -5° - 2° | -6° | 78 mm | overcast | 93% | 3.6 m/s | 0.1 low | 8.6h |
| February | Poor | -5° - 3° | -5° | 80 mm | overcast | 90% | 3.4 m/s | 0.2 low | 10.0h |
| March | Poor | -2° - 7° | -1° | 66 mm | partly cloudy | 85% | 3.5 m/s | 0.5 low | 11.7h |
| April | Acceptable | 1° - 11° | 3° | 65 mm | partly cloudy | 79% | 3.2 m/s | 0.9 moderate | 13.5h |
| May | Good | 5° - 16° | 11° | 83 mm | overcast | 79% | 3.0 m/s | 1.2 high | 15.0h |
| June | Good | 8° - 19° | 14° | 96 mm | partly cloudy | 78% | 2.9 m/s | 1.5 very high | 15.8h |
| July | Very Good | 10° - 22° | 16° | 88 mm | partly cloudy | 76% | 2.7 m/s | 1.5 high | 15.5h |
| August | Good | 10° - 22° | 16° | 76 mm | partly cloudy | 78% | 2.6 m/s | 1.2 high | 14.1h |
| September | Good | 6° - 18° | 12° | 57 mm | partly cloudy | 81% | 2.8 m/s | 0.8 moderate | 12.4h |
| October | Acceptable | 2° - 12° | 5° | 74 mm | overcast | 87% | 2.9 m/s | 0.4 low | 10.7h |
| November | Poor | -2° - 6° | -1° | 86 mm | overcast | 91% | 3.2 m/s | 0.1 low | 9.1h |
| December | Poor | -4° - 3° | -5° | 90 mm | overcast | 93% | 3.6 m/s | 0.1 low | 8.2h |