A university with history
The University of Graz, founded in 1585, is the second-oldest university in Austria. Today, more than 30,000 students are enrolled here – making it a place where history and young life meet. The main building on Universitätsstraße impresses with its neo-Renaissance architecture, grand hallways, and an atmosphere steeped in academia.
Highlights & special features
Main building: An architectural gem with a large arcaded courtyard – a popular meeting spot for students.
Alte Aula (Old Auditorium): A historic ceremonial hall that regularly hosts lectures, concerts, and cultural events.
Botanical Garden: Just around the corner, this green extension of the university offers tropical glasshouses, alpine plants, and rare orchids – a miniature world tour in itself.
Student vibes
The university shapes the entire Geidorf district: cyclists everywhere, cozy cafés tucked into side streets, and an international atmosphere. Wandering here, you truly experience Graz’s everyday student life – young, lively, multicultural.
By bike to the university
It’s only a ten-minute ride from the city center, mostly along bike-friendly routes. Perfect for a quick detour between sightseeing stops.
Conclusion
The University of Graz is more than a place of study – it’s a core part of the city’s identity. Stopping by gives you a sense of the academic and youthful heartbeat of Graz.
So: park your bike, breathe in some university air, and take in a dose of knowledge!
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