Graz Schlossberg
Graz, Austria
A wooded hill in the middle of Graz, topped by the clock tower that has become the city's emblem, with views over the red-tiled roofs. Walk up by the stairs or take the funicular, then wander down through the old town.
The Schlossberg in Graz is a wooded hill in the middle of the city, 473 m high, and today a public park with far-reaching views. There were fortifications here as early as the 10th century, and in the mid-16th century Italian master builders constructed the fortress. It was never captured, but after the Peace of Schönbrunn in 1809 it was largely razed by Napoleonic troops. The Clock Tower and Bell Tower were spared because the townspeople paid a ransom. On the Clock Tower the big hand shows the hours and the small one the minutes. The Bell Tower holds "Liesl", the heaviest bell in Graz.
You can reach the hill by funicular, by lift or on steep paths and steps. At the top there are cafés and restaurants and the Kasematten open-air stage. Inside the hill is a network of tunnels from the Second World War, partly open to visitors. Allow one to two hours and then walk down through the old town.
- Nearest town
- Graz, Austria
- Category
- History & culture
- GPS
- 47.0738, 15.4376
Hours, fees and access change. Confirm with the operator or park before you go.
Good to know
Best time to go
The most pleasant months are usually May–June and August–September. Still fine, with some compromises, in July and October. Cold, short days in December–February. (Estimate from long-term temperature averages, terrain and pass seasons)
Getting there
- Austria: Vignette needed for motorways. Vehicles over 3.5 t need a GO-Box for distance-based tolls. Motorway limit for cars: 130 km/h.
Nearby
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Campsites nearby
- Reisemobil-Stellplatz GrazMotorhome stopover6 km from Graz Schlossberg · 160 pitchesMotorhomesElectricityDrinking waterShowersToiletsWaste disposalDogs allowedWi-Fi
- FKK Camping Platz SchwarzlseeCampsite10 km from Graz SchlossbergTentsCaravansMotorhomesElectricityDrinking waterShowersToiletsWaste disposalNo dogs
- Camping Platz SchwarzlseeCampsite10 km from Graz SchlossbergTentsCaravansMotorhomesElectricityDrinking waterShowersToiletsWaste disposalNo dogs
- FKK Freie Menschen Graz CampingCampsite12 km from Graz SchlossbergTentsCaravansElectricityDrinking waterShowersToiletsWaste disposal
- Camping Wellwelt KumbergCampsite13 km from Graz SchlossbergTentsCaravansElectricityDrinking waterShowersToiletsWaste disposal
- Stellplatz Harrer HillMotorhome stopover25 km from Graz Schlossberg · 40 pitchesMotorhomesElectricityShowersToiletsWaste disposalFree
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FAQs
Where is Graz Schlossberg?
Graz Schlossberg is in Graz, Austria, at GPS 47.0738, 15.4376. It is about 32 km from Kitzeck im Sausal.
Can you camp near Graz Schlossberg?
Yes. The nearest campsite listed in OpenStreetMap is Reisemobil-Stellplatz Graz, about 6 km away; within 25 km there are 8 campsites and motorhome stopovers.
What is there to see near Graz Schlossberg?
Places worth a stop nearby: Seggau Castle (34 km), Riegersburg Castle (38 km), South Styrian Wine Road at Ratsch (46 km) and Old Vine House (60 km).
When is the best time to visit Graz Schlossberg?
The most pleasant months are usually May–June and August–September. Still fine, with some compromises, in July and October. (Estimate from long-term temperature averages, terrain and pass seasons)