Holiday in Styria

About Styria

Styria, affectionately known as the Green Heart of Austria, is the second-largest federal state of the Alpine Republic and combines alpine mountain worlds, gentle wine hills, historic cities, and soothing thermal springs into a versatile travel destination. Graz, the state capital and second-largest city in Austria, delights with its UNESCO-protected old town, where Renaissance courtyards, baroque facades, and medieval alleys form a harmonious ensemble. The futuristic Kunsthaus Graz, affectionately called Friendly Alien due to its organic shape, and the Murinsel set bold architectural accents. The Schlossberg, Graz's landmark with its iconic clock tower, offers a magnificent view over the red roofs of the city to the foothills of the Alps. Graz was designated a UNESCO City of Design in 2008 and surprises with a vibrant gastronomy and creative scene. The Baürnmarkt at Kaiser-Josef-Platz is one of the most beautiful markets in Austria. Southern Styria, often referred to as the Styrian Tuscany, enchants with gently rolling vineyards, where top-quality Sauvignon Blanc, Gelber Muskateller, and Welschriesling ripen. Along the Southern Styrian Wine Road, Buschenschenken (Heurige) invite you to taste, accompanied by Brettljause and the famous Styrian pumpkin seed oil — the liquid gold of the region, which shimmers dark green and tastes nutty and intense. The Dachstein Glacier in the north of Styria offers year-round skiing and snow experiences, while the suspension bridge and the skywalk at 2,700 meters provide breathtaking views into the depths. The thermal region in the east with Bad Blumau (designed by Friedensreich Hundertwasser), Loipersdorf, and Bad Radkersburg invites relaxation. Styria is a land of pleasures — from pumpkin seed oil to apple cider to Vulcano ham.