The Universalmuseum Joanneum is a collection of 19 museums in and around Graz. While not quite as world class as those in Vienna or London, they are all still well worth a visit and cover art, sculpture, archaeology, history, natural sciences, literature, gardens, hunting and much more. They also offer a rich cultural program of […]
Vienna is famous for it’s Viennese coffee houses where you can order a coffee and sit for hours. You have probably heard of the famous ones (Cafe Central , Cafe Sperl , Cafe Museum, Cafe Landtmann for example) but here are some of my favourite ones which are often much quieter, have friendly service and […]
This is a great little hike just 20 mins from Graz with beautiful views for not too much effort. It’s only 2.7 km long and 170 m elevation climb. The whole family can do this, although it is a little steep in parts coming back down. The trail goes up a wide path through the […]
This is one of my favourite easy hikes, an hour from Graz, at Teichalm lake. It’s about an hour mostly through the woods with lovely meadows and mountain views. So good for warm days and it’s not very steep so family friendly too. The destination is the Tyrnaueralm hütte, a small rustic hut with simple […]
If you are looking for some cool fresh mountain air on hot summer days, Aflenz Bürgeralm is a great family friendly place for gentle hikes. Also for the adventurous with much longer hikes into the Hochschwab mountain range, plus mountain biking paths too. The views really are stunning here with not too much effort! It’s […]
On hot days Graz’s outdoor swimming pools can be great places to cool off. They are all unheated so the water remains refreshingly cool even on the warmest of days. (But they may also be on the cold side on cooler days or after a big rain storm). There are also several great nature swimming […]
In winter thermal spas are wonderful places for warming up on cold days. I love floating outside in the hot pools while surrounded by snow. Some thermals are all about relaxation and others are focused on keeping kids happy and have slides & baby pools. In summer many have additional outdoor pools for cooling off […]
Here are three great places all within an hour’s drive from Graz for some family fun & adventure. Motorikpark Gamlitz is really fun for all ages. It’s a large park filled with obstacle courses, things to balance on, swing on and much more. All designed to improve agility and motoric skills. There’s lots of grassy […]
If you are looking for a gentle hike with amazing views, the Plankogel loop is a great option. It’s in the Almenland region – a beautiful area of alpine countryside about 50 mins from Graz. This is a 6.5 km hike, only 200 meters climbing elevation and took us about 2 hours at a steady […]
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