Though Herberstein Castle (Schloss Herberstein) sits on top of a boulder in the Feistritz ravine, it is still hidden by the trees of the even higher surroundings. So I saw this castle at the very last moment before entering.
Tag: Styria
Peacock on the grounds of Schloss Eggenberg
A peacock who knows how to pose is seen on the grounds of Eggenberg Palace (Schloss Eggenberg) in Graz. Since 2010, this palace has been listed as a UNESCO World Cultural Heritage Site.
Steam locomotive 52.7046 in Selzthal
This steam locomotive located at the railway station of the Styrian place Selzthal is a so called Kriegslokomotive (war locomotive) built in 1943. Whereas this model is a museum exhibit only, there is also a locomotive of the same class (DRB Class 52) which is still operating for classic train tours: Steam locomotive 52.1227
How to transport a railway switch
Today I came across a train that transported railway switches. It was interesting to see what kind of specialized carriages are used for this extra-wide cargo.
Manhole cover in Rottenmann
While watching a classic car ralley in Rottenmann I came across this manhole cover showing the emblem of the city.
Maria Straßengel Church
The pilgrimage church Maria Straßengel stands in Judendorf-Straßengel, a place in the Austrian municipality of Gratwein-Straßengel. A famous exhibit in this church is a fir root in the shape of a crucifix. Visitors can see this piece on request only.
The winged cow of Graz
The winged cow of Graz seen on a balcony in the centre of the city. Don’t ask me for details, I am not an expert on winged cows 🙂
Sister Cities of Graz
This mural tells about the Sister Cities of Graz. You find it near the Schloßberg Museum on top of the hill (Schloßberg) in the middle of the Styrian capital. Today, it isn’t up-to-date. For example, it doesn’t mention Ljubljana that joined this group in 2001.
Clock tower of Graz
The landmark of Graz is a clock tower, generally known as the Uhrturm. It is placed on top of a rock in the middle of the city. So, visitors see it from many places. Near the tower, there is a station for a special elevator. The shaft runs inside the rock and links the city with the clock tower.
Clock tower of Bruck/Mur
The clock tower of Bruck an der Mur is part of Landskron Castle (Burgruine Landskron) high over the city.
Frauenburg Castle in Unzmarkt
Passing Unzmarkt by train, you have this view of nearby Frauenburg Castle (Burgruine Frauenburg). The castle dates back to the 13th century. Some literature says it was one of the favourite homes of minnesinger Ulrich von Liechtenstein.
Fun promotion for bikes in Graz
Fun advertisement seen in Graz. The slogan Hängen Sie Ihr Altes an den Nagel … (‘hang your old one up …’) suggests to buy a new bike from a certain company.