Fodor's Expert Review Schloss Eggenberg

Graz Castle/Palace Fodor's Choice

This 17th-century palace, a UNESCO World Heritage site on the eastern edge of the city and the largest Baroque palace in Styria, is surrounded by a large park full of peacocks. Enjoy a guided tour of the Prunkräume (state rooms); they are noted for their elaborate stucco decorations and frescoes, and contain one of the few depictions of Osaka before 1615. There's also an arcaded courtyard lined with antlers.

The many attractions here include a traditional art gallery, a collection of coins, and an archaeology museum. The Alte Galerie (old gallery) contains a world-famous collection of art from the Middle Ages through the Baroque period. Among its treasures are works by Pieter Brueghel the Younger, Hans and Lucas Cranach, the Admont Madonna wood carving from 1400, and a medieval altarpiece depicting the murder of Thomas à Becket. At the Archaeology Museum, the holdings include a remarkable collection of Styrian archaeological finds, including the small... READ MORE

This 17th-century palace, a UNESCO World Heritage site on the eastern edge of the city and the largest Baroque palace in Styria, is surrounded by a large park full of peacocks. Enjoy a guided tour of the Prunkräume (state rooms); they are noted for their elaborate stucco decorations and frescoes, and contain one of the few depictions of Osaka before 1615. There's also an arcaded courtyard lined with antlers.

The many attractions here include a traditional art gallery, a collection of coins, and an archaeology museum. The Alte Galerie (old gallery) contains a world-famous collection of art from the Middle Ages through the Baroque period. Among its treasures are works by Pieter Brueghel the Younger, Hans and Lucas Cranach, the Admont Madonna wood carving from 1400, and a medieval altarpiece depicting the murder of Thomas à Becket. At the Archaeology Museum, the holdings include a remarkable collection of Styrian archaeological finds, including the small and rather strange Strettweg ritual chariot from the 7th century BC. Stop by the outdoor café for a break, or wander through the park to relax in between visits to the many sights.

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Quick Facts

Eggenberger Allee 90
Graz, Styria  8020, Austria

0316-8017–9532

www.museum-joanneum.at

Sight Details:
State rooms and guided tour €15; Alte Galerie, Archaeology Museum, Coin Cabinet and Park €9.50; 24-hour ticket valid for all museums of Landesmuseum €15 Park and Gardens: Apr.–Oct. 8 am–7 pm, State-room tours Apr.–Oct., Tues.–Sun. 10, 11, noon, 2, 3, and 4, Alte Galerie, Archaeology Museum and Coin Cabinet: Apr.–Oct., Wed- Sun. 10–5 State Rooms closed Nov.–Mar., other museums closed Mon. and Nov.--Mar. requires as part of a guided tour

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