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Eggenberg Castle, Graz

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Eggenberg Castle, Graz

What It Is

Eggenberg Castle is a baroque palace on a hill west of Graz. It houses museum collections, historical staterooms, and spacious gardens. Travellers visit to explore regional art and archaeology exhibits and walk the landscaped park.

Getting There

From central Graz, take tram line 1 to the Schloss Eggenberg stop. The ride takes 15 to 20 minutes, followed by a short walk to the entrance.

Time to Allow

Plan for 2 to 3 hours. This allows adequate time to tour the museum galleries, view the staterooms, and walk through the grounds.

When to Visit

Go in the morning for fewer visitors inside the galleries. The gardens can get crowded on sunny weekend afternoons. Spring and summer offer the best conditions for exploring the outdoor grounds.

What to Combine It With

Several sights are situated nearby:

  • Franciscan School Sisters of Graz (0.5km)
  • Plabutsch (1.8km)
  • Fürstenstand (1.9km)
  • Thaler See (1.9km)

Updated September 8, 2026 · Edited by the World by City editors

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Franciscan School Sisters of Graz

Temples & religious sites

Franciscan School Sisters of Graz

The Franciscan School Sisters of Graz are a Catholic religious order in Graz, Austria, belonging to the Franciscan tradition of teaching sisters. Here you can encounter the legacy of a community devoted to faith and education.

0.5 km away
Plabutsch

Nature

Plabutsch

Plabutsch is a mountain range in Styria, Austria, west of Graz. Its main peak, Fürstenstand, rises 754 meters and can be reached on an easy hike.

1.8 km away
Thaler See

Nature

Thaler See

Thaler See is an artificial lake in the village of Thal near Graz, making it a popular getaway close to the city. It's a great spot for a lakeside walk or simply relaxing by the water.

1.9 km away
Fürstenstand

Nature

Fürstenstand

The main peak of Plabutsch, a mountain popular with locals, rising to 754 meters. From the stone tower lookout at the summit, you can look out over the city of Graz.

1.9 km away
Madersberg

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Madersberg

A 540-meter hill in the village of Thalbei-Graz, on the western edge of the highlands near Graz, Austria. It's a great spot for an easy trek through peaceful countryside.

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Volksgarten

Parks & gardens

Volksgarten

Volksgarten is a roughly 4.6-hectare park on the far side of the Mur, opened in 1875 as a counterpart to the Stadtpark. It's a pleasant spot for a relaxed stroll through greenery.

2.7 km away