Graz

What a telling name for the second biggest city in Austria (Slav. „gradec“=castle): Due to its location Graz has been a major fortress combating intruding Ottomans for centuries. The world’s largest collection of medieval weapons is one of the city’s major attractions. Marvel at the beauty of the ancient quarters, which have been strongly influenced by Italian Renaissance.

The town’s landmark “Uhrturm” offers an impressive view over Graz and is the only remnant of the once mighty fortress, which was destroyed during the Napoleonic Wars. Graz has been cultural capital of Europe in 2003. To celebrate the event some fascinating modern structures have been built, for example an artificial island swimming on top of river Mur.

Baden

Mayerling / Heiligenkreuz

Laxenburg

Klosterneuburg

Salzburg

Wachau

Lake Neusiedl

Graz

Retz

Linz

Carnuntum

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