Eggenberg Palace
Eggenberger Allee 90, 8020 Graz
Description:
Eggenberg Palace is a stunning place of Renaissance architecture in Austria. The castle has long been a princely residence, which is emphasized by the architectural appearance of the ensemble. The palace was built by order of Prince Eggenberg, from where it got its name. This happened in 1635.
Today Eggenberg is a unique architectural ensemble reminiscent of the glorious historical past of Austria. There is a rich collection of paintings (about 600 exhibits), as well as magnificent interiors. The space of the castle is amazing: 52 rooms, 24 office spaces and 365 windows. As you can imagine, these figures represent an astronomical year.
In the palace there is an archaeological exhibition, where you can see the unique Stretveg cult wagon. It also houses the Graz Art Museum, the oldest in Austria. You will be pleasantly surprised by the decoration of the palace, its historical past and art exhibitions. Come and plunge into the world of antiquity and fine art.