Views & landmarks
Clock tower in Graz
Clock Tower (Uhrturm)
The Clock Tower is a 28-meter stone structure located on Schlossberg hill. It serves as the primary landmark of Graz, featuring a clock face over 5 meters in diameter. Visitors go here to see the architecture and to view the city layout from the elevation of the hill.
Getting There
The tower is located atop Schlossberg. From the city centre, you can reach it by walking up the stairs or taking the Schlossbergbahn funicular. The journey from the centre typically takes 10 to 15 minutes depending on the method of ascent.
Time Requirement
Allow approximately 1 to 2 hours to ascend the hill, walk around the tower, and observe the surrounding views before heading back down.
When to Visit
The site is accessible throughout the year. It can get crowded during peak tourist seasons and on weekends. Visiting during the early morning or late afternoon provides different lighting for city views.
Nearby Attractions
Because of its central location on the hill, the tower can be combined with several other sites within walking distance:
- Schlossberg (0.3km): The hill and fortifications surrounding the tower.
- Hauptplatz, Graz (0.3km): The city's main square.
- Murinsel (0.3km): The artificial island in the Mur river.
- Universalmuseum Joanneum: Neue Galerie (0.1km): A nearby art and history gallery.
Updated September 8, 2026 · Edited by the World by City editors
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