Discover three extraordinary church buildings in Styria in the Graz Region.
On the occasion of the Holy Year 2025, which has the motto ‘Pilgrims of Hope’, this special excursion invites you on a journey of discovery through the diversity of sacred architecture in Styria. On 6 September 2025, you will start at 2 pm and experience three impressive churches that combine tradition and modernity in a unique way until around 7 pm.
The first stop is the Schutzengelkirche in Graz-Eggenberg. This church was planned by Werner Hollomey and artistic elements by Manfred Gollowitsch and Edith Temmel.
The tour continues to St James' Church in Thal near Graz, designed by Ernst Fuchs, a representative of Fantastic Realism. The church, newly consecrated in 1994, impresses with its colourful and symbolic design.
The third item on the programme is St. Barbara's Church in Bärnbach, redesigned by Friedensreich Hundertwasser. The church unites different religions through twelve symbolic gates and displays Hundertwasser's characteristic colourful and organic architecture.
Finally, visit the nearby Moses Fountain, also designed by Ernst Fuchs. The fountain impresses with a bronze figure of Moses and a basin decorated with glass mosaics and pebbles.
For a sweet finish, a regional speciality awaits you in the Lipizzanerheimat: the ‘horse apple’ from the sugar mill.
A relaxed start to the excursion:
- Departure: 14:00 Lendkai 11, 8020 Graz (near the Kunsthaus)
- Cost: € 39.00 per person
- Return: approx. 19:00
- Registration required! Tourist Information Graz Region, Herrengasse 16, 8010 Graz, +43 316 80750 or info@regiongraz.at
- Included: Bus, guide, entrance fees and culinary tastings
- Note: Good footwear is recommended! The excursions take place in all weathers.
This cultural journey through the Graz Region offers you a unique insight into the combination of religious tradition and modern art in Styria.
Date and time
Event location
Graz - Fahrt nach Thal & Bärnbach
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Venue
Abfahrtsort: Lendkai 11, 8020 Graz (nähe Kunsthaus
Herrengasse 16
8010 Graz
