Eggenberg Palace, Graz Museum
Baroque palace in Graz with extensive historic collections
On Graz's western edge, Eggenberg Palace presents Baroque state rooms, painted ceilings and formal gardens; the palace houses museum collections and is visited for architecture, historic interiors and planned guided tours.
Eggenberg Palace, Graz at a Glance#
Address: Schloss Eggenberg 1, 8020 Graz, Austria
Website: https://www.kgm.at/en/eggenberg-palace/
Hours: Tue-Sun 10:00am-5:00pm, closed Mondays (hours may vary seasonally)
Admission: Palace and museum combined ticket: approx. €10-€12; prices vary for guided tours and events
About Eggenberg Palace, Graz#
Eggenberg Palace (Schloss Eggenberg) is a 17th-century Baroque palace on the western edge of Graz, Austria. The palace is noted for its richly decorated state rooms and formal Baroque gardens and is included in the city’s UNESCO World Heritage designation.
Visitors see a series of ceremonial interiors with allegorical and cosmological decoration, an extensive garden laid out in Baroque fashion and museum displays in the palace galleries. The ensemble is one of Graz’s principal historic monuments and hosts rotating exhibitions in the Alte Galerie.
The palace was commissioned by the Eggenberg family in the early 17th century and built as a representational residence with gardens and outbuildings; its appearance today reflects Baroque design and later conservation work.
Eggenberg stands on the western side of Graz, a short drive or bus ride from the Old Town and the city centre.
- UNESCO listing: Part of the palace and its grounds are included in the UNESCO World Heritage listing for the Historic Centre of Graz.
What to See#
- State Rooms: A suite of richly decorated ceremonial rooms and galleries from the 17th century featuring allegorical and cosmological fresco cycles and Baroque interior decoration.
- Baroque Gardens: A formal Baroque garden laid out as parterres and avenues that forms the palace’s principal external setting and focal point for views of the façade.
- Alte Galerie (Old Gallery): A municipal museum housed in part of the palace complex displaying historical and decorative arts collections from medieval to modern periods.
How to Get to Eggenberg Palace, Graz#
Eggenberg Palace is west of Graz city centre. From Hauptplatz (main square) it’s about a 15-20 minute tram ride (lines 1 or 7) to the Eggenberg stop, then a short walk. By car take the B67/Alte Poststraße; limited parking is available.
Tips for Visiting Eggenberg Palace, Graz#
- Approach via the Schlossberg for a dramatic downhill reveal of the palace and its courtyards.
- Don't miss the planetarium built into the palace's Orangery for a modern twist on Baroque interiors.
- Check hours for the State Rooms and any special exhibitions; some wings may close for events.
Best Time to Visit Eggenberg Palace, Graz#
Best in late spring and summer when gardens and outer courtyards are at their most agreeable; weekdays are quieter.
Weather & Climate near Eggenberg Palace, Graz#
Eggenberg Palace, Graz's climate is classified as Warm-Summer Continental - Warm-Summer Continental climate with mild summers (peaking in July) and freezing winters (coldest in January). Temperatures range from -5°C to 25°C. Moderate rainfall (848 mm/year).
| Month | Comfort | Temp | Feels | Rain | Sky | Humidity | Wind | UV | Daylight |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| January | Poor | -5° - 2° | -3° | 25 mm | overcast | 87% | 1.5 m/s | 0.1 low | 8.8h |
| February | Poor | -4° - 5° | -1° | 33 mm | overcast | 84% | 1.7 m/s | 0.3 low | 10.1h |
| March | Acceptable | 0° - 10° | 3° | 47 mm | overcast | 78% | 2.0 m/s | 0.5 moderate | 11.8h |
| April | Acceptable | 4° - 15° | 8° | 55 mm | overcast | 73% | 2.3 m/s | 0.9 moderate | 13.5h |
| May | Good | 9° - 20° | 14° | 85 mm | overcast | 71% | 2.2 m/s | 1.2 high | 14.9h |
| June | Good | 12° - 23° | 17° | 118 mm | overcast | 68% | 2.0 m/s | 1.5 high | 15.7h |
| July | Very Good | 14° - 25° | 19° | 125 mm | partly cloudy | 64% | 1.9 m/s | 1.5 very high | 15.3h |
| August | Very Good | 13° - 24° | 19° | 117 mm | partly cloudy | 66% | 1.7 m/s | 1.3 high | 14.1h |
| September | Good | 9° - 20° | 15° | 84 mm | partly cloudy | 73% | 1.6 m/s | 0.8 moderate | 12.4h |
| October | Acceptable | 5° - 14° | 9° | 65 mm | partly cloudy | 81% | 1.6 m/s | 0.4 low | 10.7h |
| November | Poor | 0° - 7° | 2° | 56 mm | overcast | 87% | 1.6 m/s | 0.2 low | 9.2h |
| December | Poor | -4° - 3° | -2° | 38 mm | overcast | 88% | 1.5 m/s | 0.1 low | 8.3h |
