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Explore Schloss Eggenberg: A UNESCO World Heritage Site in Graz, blending Baroque architecture, art, and stunning gardens.

Schloss Eggenberg, a UNESCO World Heritage site in Graz, is Styria's most significant Baroque palace complex. Designed as an allegorical representation of the universe, the palace boasts 365 exterior windows, elaborate state rooms, and a stunning park with free-roaming peacocks.

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Opening hours

  • MonClosed
  • Tue10 am–6 pm
  • Wed10 am–6 pm
  • Thu10 am–6 pm
  • Fri10 am–6 pm
  • Sat10 am–6 pm
  • Sun10 am–6 pm

Opening hours as listed on the venue’s Google Business Profile. Hours can change for services and special events, so check with the venue before you go.

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Eggenberger Allee 90, 8020 Graz
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Public Transport

From Jakominiplatz in the city center, take tram line 1 directly to Schloss Eggenberg. The journey takes approximately 23 minutes and costs €3. Alternatively, bus line N1 also runs from Jakominiplatz to Schloss Eggenberg. From the 'Schloss Eggenberg' stop, it's a short walk to the palace entrance.

Walking

From the Eggenberg train station, walk along Eggenberger Allee towards the west. The palace will be on your left after approximately 15 minutes. The walk is mostly flat and offers a pleasant approach to the palace. No costs involved.

Taxi

A taxi from the Graz city center to Schloss Eggenberg takes about 8 minutes, covering approximately 6 km. The estimated fare is between €13 and €17. Taxis are readily available throughout the city.

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Schloss Eggenberg, located on the western edge of Graz, stands as a magnificent example of Baroque architecture and a UNESCO World Heritage site. The palace was commissioned by Prince Hans Ulrich von Eggenberg in the 17th century and designed by Giovanni Pietro de Pomis to mirror the cosmos, reflecting the era's fascination with cosmic harmony.The palace's design incorporates a complex mathematical and allegorical program. It features 365 external windows, representing the days of the year, and 24 state rooms symbolizing the hours of the day. The famed Planetary Room showcases ceiling paintings by Hans Adam Weissenkircher, uniting planets, elements, constellations, and zodiac signs to glorify the Eggenberg family.Visitors can explore the opulent state rooms with original 17th- and 18th-century furnishings, tapestries, and decorations. The palace also houses the Alte Galerie, featuring European art from the Middle Ages, the Archaeology Museum, and the Coin Cabinet. The surrounding park offers a serene escape with diverse gardens and free-roaming peacocks.Schloss Eggenberg offers a unique blend of history, art, and nature, providing an immersive experience for tourists.

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