Sights in Graz

Graz old town is easy to explore on foot. Most sights are located within walking distance around Hauptplatz, a broad market square in the centre.

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Mausoleum of Ferdinand II

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Located a bit up the hill near the Domkirche the Mausoleum is a fine example of the early Baroque style, begun in 1614 when its intended incumbent was a healthy 36-year-old.

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address:	Stempfergasse
openings:	Mon – Thu & Sat 11am – noon and 2-3pm

Castle Eggenberg

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Murbrücke
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Built in 1625 for Hans Ulrich of Eggenberg this castle is somehow the “Escorial” of Styria. Some 4 km west of the town centre (at the end of Tram line 1) the luxurious castle of Ferdinand II’s First Minister Eggenberg shows both architectural art at the outside and archeological treasures at the integrated musem, where the collection is strong on prehistory. Its most valued exhibit it the Strettweg chariot – a remarkable wheeled platform peopled by small, weapon-wielding figures dating back to the 8th century BC.

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address:	Eggenberger Allee 90
openings:	daily 9am – noon, 1 – 5pm

Alte Galerie

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The Alte Galerie houses a rich collection of paintings, amongst them several Gothic devotional ones, such as a 15th century altarpiece by Michael Pacher. A highlight of the Flemish painting department is the “Triumph of Death” by Bruegel.

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address:	Schloss Eggenberg
openings:	Tue – Fri 10am-5pm, Sat & Sun 10am-1pm

Neue Galerie

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Housed in the 17th century Herberstein Palace this museum displays 19th and 20th century works including a sprinkling of Schieles and Klimts.

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address:	Sackstrasse
openings:	Tue – Sat 10am – 6pm, Sun 10am – 1pm

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