Flights to Graz

One of the most famous dishes in Styrian cuisine is Backhendl. Pieces of chicken flavored with spices and breaded then deep fried until golden and crispy. You won't ever taste fried chicken like this as your tastebuds will have an adventure.

A popular salad dish is the scarlet runner bean salad (Käferbohnensalat) and is a must try on your visit to Graz. A very simple dish with scarlet runner beans, that have grown in Austria since the 16th century, that are flavored with vinegar, pumpkin seed oil, onions, salt and pepper.

Another specialty of Styria is Verhackert, a sensational spread made from smoked, finely chopped bacon that is blended with salt and minced garlic. To truly appreciate the flavors it's best to eat this cold with bread as an appetizer.

Eggenberg Palace is one of the most important pieces of Baroque architecture in the region. A UNESCO World Heritage Site built in the 17th Century by The Princely family of Eggenberg. It was built on top of a medieval family residence and has 365 windows, 31 rooms per floor, 24 lavish state rooms and 4 corner towers. The palace exhibits work by the Dutch masters of the 17th century for you to enjoy. Outside of the palace the beautiful gardens have peacocks that roam free with their splendid colours on display. This is a definite to add to your Graz to do list.

Take a wander through the Old Town, A UNESCO World Heritage Site and the Franciscan Monastery. Cobbled streets take you to the historic city centre home to the most tranquil Monastery, the Franciscan Monastery. This is truly a place to sit and contemplate life in the peaceful surroundings of stunning arches and peaceful courtyards.

One of the last original historic armoury's left in the world. The Armoury Museum was built in 1642. Its exhibits of arms and military equipment date from the 15th to 18th century. Graz was once the centre of defence against attacks from other regions. This is one to add to your Graz to do list if you are interested in military artifacts and history of the area.

Outside of the city you will find Bärenschützklamm a great adventurous area for hiking, nature, lakes, and waterfalls. For those of you with children due to the nature of the park under 6 are not allowed to enter. Nearly 10km of scenic moderate difficulty hiking trails can be found in Bear Gorge with amazing trails full of off-road paths, wooden ladders and stairs passing waterfalls. Bear Gorge is one of the longest waterfall gorges in Europe. Good Hiking boots and water and a small amount of food is recommended.

Graz boasts a beautiful Botanical Gardens at the Institute of Botany. The garden hosts a wealth of plants from three different climate zones. The gardens belong to the university and are free of charge to enter, we recommend you check the opening hours as the gardens aren't open full days and hours can vary. Great for those interested in Flora and Fauna.

Beautiful greenery, interesting monuments, stunning fountains and impressive statues await you in the stunning Stadtpark Graz. The colours change throughout the year and make for a beautiful place to spend an afternoon or for an early morning walk. A great chance to relax in the city. A top tip to help interact with the park's inhabitants, the local squirrels is to make sure you take some nuts with you.