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Federal state government. Styria (German: Steiermark [ˈʃtaɪɐmark] ⓘ; Bavarian: Steiamårk; Slovene: Štajerska; Hungarian: Stájerország [ˈʃtaːjɛrorsaːɡ]) is an Austrian state in the southeast of the country, famed for its idyllic landscapes, as well as rich folk- and high culture. With an area of approximately 16,399 km 2 (6,332 ...
Styria within Austria-Hungary at number 12. The history of Styria concerns the region roughly corresponding to the modern Austrian state of Styria and the Slovene region of Styria (Štajerska) from its settlement by Germans and Slavs in the Dark Ages until the present. This mountainous and scenic region, which became a centre for mountaineering ...
Styria (Slovene: Štajerska), also known as Slovenian Styria (Slovenska Štajerska; German: Slowenische Steiermark [1]) or Lower Styria (Spodnja Štajerska; German: Untersteiermark) to differentiate it from Austrian Styria, is a traditional region in northeastern Slovenia, comprising the southern third of the former Duchy of Styria. The population of Styria in its historical boundaries amounts ...
Styria also has a fair share of the Austrian Alps within its borders. Consequently, hiking in the green heart of Austria is quite popular among locals and tourists. Among the highlights is the Dachstein massif, the highest mountain range in Styria, peeking at 2,995 m (9826 ft), and the river Mur, which at 300 km, is Styria’s longest.
Multifaceted, diverse and full of delights: Styria presents itself from its most beautiful side. Between glaciers and wine, it is easy to discover numerous natural landscapes, cultural treasures and typical delicacies. Doing something good for yourself has never been easier. Try it out and book your holiday in the green heart of Austria ...
Styria is given its name “the Green Heart of Austria” owing to its landscape: Almost 60% of the region’s over 16,000 km² are carpeted in lush forest. Yet Styria also boasts a variety of landscapes, ranging from towering mountains in the north through wine-covered slopes in the south — known as the “Styrian Tuscany” — to extensive river valleys throughout the region.
As an internationally renowned business location, Styria is home to several world-leading technology companies as well as 6 clusters that strengthen other sectors in the region. Austria lies at the heart of Europe — whether you are coming from the north, south, east or west, getting there is easy.
The region of Styria, or Steiermark in German, is a very interesting tourist destination. Nicknamed the ‘green heart of Austria’, it is a predominantly mountainous region, but it is full of surprises: forests and gentle hills alternate in a unique combination of nature and modernity, as can be experienced first-hand when visiting Graz, the region’s capital and internationally important ...
South Styria also holds a special highlight in store: The village of Kitzeck im Sausal is the highest wine-growing region in Europe. The Austrian artist Friedensreich Hundertwasser immortalised himself in Bad Blumau : The Rogner Bad Blumau thermal spa with its overgrown roofs and a colourful and extraordinary design is an artistic masterpiece.
Oct 17, 2024 · In 1180 the entire area became the duchy of Steiermark, or Styria, which passed to the Babenberg duke of Austria in 1192 until the extinction of the Babenberg line in 1246. In 1276 most of the area was ceded to the Habsburgs, and it became a crown land in 1282. Thereafter, its history was merged with that of Austria, although it was ruled only ...
