Artio

About

Dea Artio, known as Artio in Gallo-Roman religion, is a Celtic bear goddess whose worship has been historically documented. Significant evidence of her veneration has been notably discovered at Bern in Switzerland, where archaeological findings have contributed to our understanding of her religious significance. The name Artio derives from the Gaulish word artos, which means bear, directly connecting the goddess to this powerful animal. As a figure in Celtic religious practices, Artio represents an important aspect of ancient European spiritual traditions and belief systems.