Schlossberg and Clock Tower (Uhrturm)
4.9
Graz2 hours
Historic hillfortress ruinsand clock tower
About
The Schlossberg is a forested dolomite hill rising directly in the center of Graz, home to the city's most beloved symbol, the Uhrturm (Clock Tower). Once a massive medieval fortress, the hill features stone ruins, beautiful gardens, and scenic pathways that offer spectacular, 360-degree views of the red-tiled roofs of the old town below.
Highlights
What makes this place special
01
The Clock Tower (Uhrturm)
Admire the historic, medieval tower famous for having its minute and hour hands swapped.
02
The Schlossberg Slide
Take a thrilling ride down the world's tallest underground slide inside the hill.
03
The Herberstein Gardens
Walk through the beautiful, Mediterranean-style terraced gardens carved into the cliffside.
Things to Know
Tips for your visit
- •Access the top easily via the glass Schlossberg lift, the funicular railway, or by climbing the steep stone steps
- •Walking through the public park on top of the hill is completely free of charge
- •Carry a light sweater as the high fortress terraces can be breezy even in summer
