Bruck an der Mur

Bruck an der Mur is a town/settlement in Steiermark, Austria. This destination offers visitors a glimpse into the local culture, natural surroundings, and way of life in this part of Austria. The area is known for its scenic landscapes, traditional architecture, and warm hospitality.

By Plane

The nearest international airports are Vienna International Airport (VIE) and/or regional airports depending on the location.

By Train

Regional train connections are available. Check ÖBB (Austrian Federal Railways) for current schedules.

By Car / Road

Accessible via regional roads. Driving is the most practical way to reach and explore this area.

The town centre is walkable. For exploring the surrounding area, a car or bicycle is recommended.

Kolloman-Wallisch-Platz (Main Square)

• one of the largest city squares in Austria. Many sights are on and around the square which was rebuilt in 2006, when Bruck held the provincial exhibition about health.

Kornmesserhaus — a beautiful Venetian-style house, built in the late 15th century at Hauptplatz .

Eiserner Brunnen — in the middle of Hauptplatz , this fountain has beautiful iron decorations which are unique in Styria . The fountain is at least 400 years old, since it has been mentioned in 1613 for the first time. (due to repair works)

Rathaus (City hall)

Stadtpfarrkirche — the main (Catholic) church of Bruck

Minoritenkirche

• historic church of the Minorites order

Kulturhaus — convention centre with large multi-purpose venue. It houses also the city museum and the city cinema with one theatre. Movie screenings are usually one a day around 19:00.

Stadtpark

• The city's park is located between the sport hall and the Kulturhaus. Along the south side of the Stadtpark, a well-preserved stretch of the ancient town wall can be seen, running up to the Schlossberg.

Schlossberg — in the heart of the city the Schlossberg mountain thrones above the city

Weitental — the Weitental valley serves as recreational area near the city of Bruck.

The valley contains several activity parks, a "Kneipp"-facility and a natural preservation facility. Along the valley numerous hiking paths run along the mountain slopes. The hike up to

Schweizeben is one of the classic tours for inhabits.

The

Kalte Quelle ("Cold Spring") is the source of the Weitentalbach and an often used target for strolling through the Weitental as it determines the end of the valley. The water is crystal clear and potable. The water also gets used for Bruck public water service.

Several mountain bike tracks run up until Schweizeben. In winter the road from Weitental to Schweizeben and Hochanger is used as tobogganing run. Recommended ascent via Kalvarienberg, then follow the forest road further up. In descent follow the tracks in snow.

Madereck — the Madereck is the 1053-m-high mountain north-west of Bruck. Several paths lead to its top, the most common being the hike from Oberdorf and from Pögelhof. Later is the direct hike from city center.

Murinsel

Murinsel public outdoor pool

( Freibad Bruck ),

Murinsel 5, 8600 Bruck/Mur ,

☏

+43 3862 5

Ristorante San Marco ,

Mittergasse 26, 8600

( on the eastern end of Mittergasse ),

☏

+43 3862 55553 ,

[email protected] .

M-Sa 11:00-23:00, Su closed .

  ( updated Oct 2023 )

Restaurant Riegler ,

Hauptplatz 11, 8600

( in the city centre a few minutes away from Kornmesserhaus ),

☏

+43 3862 54904 .

M-Sa 11:00-23:00, Su closed .

Has seasonal speciality-weeks (such as asparagus) depending on the time of year.

Has traditional cuisine, main dishes range from €15 to €25 .   ( updated Oct 2023 )

S' REINDL American Bar ,

☏

+43 3862 56661 .

Mittergasse 23. A cosy cocktail bar in the heart of the city. Has live-DJs.  

Supercalafradglisticexpealidocious Bayer .

Am Wiener Tor 1. As you might expect, locals call the pub just Bayer .

Hotel Landskron Grabner ,

Am Schiffertor 3 ,

☏

+43 3862 58458 .

doubles for €98, including free access to the sauna. .

Mittergasse — the central street in the city centre used to be the major shopping street. Many shops have closed dur to declining business and increasing pressure from shops on the major arterial roads.

Harfenviertel — Some shops have moved from the town core across the river closer towards the roundabout and motorway connector. Due to its location near the "Brucker Harfe" (Bridge) locals dubbed the quarter "Harfenviertel" in comparison to the word "Hafenviertel" (harbour quarter).

Grüner See — a beautiful lake close to Tragöß . Well known for its stunning green color, this lake offers fantastic walks and is a perfect place for diving. (You need a valid diving licence to dive there, there is no diving school) If you are travelling by car head for Tragöß . It will take about 30 min to reach Grüner See by car. Be aware that the parking space at Grüner See is subject to fees. (about €2 for one day)

Semmering the alpine pass between Graz and Vienna encompasses two ski areas and the railway UNESCO heritage.

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