Judenburg in the Murtal in Styria has an incredible history. In the middle ages, this city was an important place on the trade route between Venice and Vienna. Due to museums, important buildings and the Italien flair the historical influences from this time, are still noticeable today. The past meets the modern in Judenburg. Let yourself be carried away to distant galaxies in the highest planetarium, breathe nostaligic air in the Puch Museum and walk in the footsteps of long forgotten times in the Museum Judenburg.
Small historic cities with mediterranean flair
In Judenburg you feel history. The city is one of the 16 small historic cities in Austria. Judenburg is located on the trade route between Venice and Vienna, so this city was very much influenced by Italy, which can still be felt here today. Small alleys and beautiful courtyards invite you to relax and enjoy.
Furthermore, you will find here the highest free-standing tower in Austria. The Sternenturm was built around 1500 and initially functioned as a watchtower in which a fire watchman lived. After five fires, it reached its final height of 75.66 meters. Today, the Sternenturm is a popular destination and provides the highest planetarium in the world. Numerous shows take visitors into space and explain alien spheres - a spectacle for young and old.
You can go upstairs via 254 steps or more easily with the glass elevator. The viewing gallery of the tower is located at a hight of 42 meters. Enjoy your coffee or a refreshing prosecco from the cafe in the tower. You can enjoy a wonderful view over the whole Murtal.
Let yourself be spoiled by the specialties of the Zirbenland. ogether with Obdach and Weißkirchen, Judenburg is part of the Zirbenland brand, which is completely dedicated to the natural wonder of Zirbe. In Judenburg you will find products made from this speciality. Spicy fragrance oil, which has a positive effect on mind and body, inspiring Zirben-drinks, which will spoil you tastily. Furthermore you can buy some nourishing care products, which will remind you of the wonderful time in the middle of pure nature for a long time.
Nostalgia for motor fans
The Puch Museum puts you in a nostalgic mood. The cult brand of cars, motorcycles and bicycles is focused here. Admire Pinzgauer, Haflinger, old racing cars and rattling engines. A special highlight is the traditional Puch Parade, which takes place on 15th August each year and attracts many fans from home and abroad.
Pure Nature
Nature lovers will enjoy Judenburg. As a part of the Zirbenland, Judenburg invites you to relax with its green woods and fragrant Zirben trees. Wide field paths offer a great start for your bike tours. Do you like to enjoy a hike to the Zirbitzkogel in the Seetal Alps. Your reach the Winterleitenhütte by car. Here you find two wonderful lakes in gorgeous surroundings. Here you forgget the everday life.
Judenburg offers Italian flair, historic ambience and lots of treasures to discover.
