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General information
The county town of Hartberg, lying 360 m above sea level and with 6050 inhabitants, is situated in the densley wooded hilly countryside of the alpine foothills.
First documented in 1128/29, Hartberg can look back on a rich and varied history, which is reflected in many of the town's buildings, excavations, frescos and art treasures.
Up until the 13th century, Hartberg was the first palatinate of the margravial house and as such was bigger and more important than Graz or any other town in the area. The well-known, romantic tomb dates back to the 12th century. In the late middle ages and in modern times, the princely town has been an important bastion against the Turks and the Hungarians. Evidence of the town's colourful past can be seen in parts of the old town wall, the many idyllic narrow streets, the castle occupied by the former lords, and the outline of a Roman villa under the parish church, with stone inscriptions and sculptures derived from Roman gravestone memorials.
How to get there
By car:
From Vienna and Graz: A2 southern motorway
By train:
For information, contact the Austrian Railways on the 24-hour service line: ++43 1 1717
By plane:
Vienna-Schwechat and Graz airports
Summer resort
Activity holidaymakers will find a complete range of activities. The varied opportunities range from ice-skating, squash, tennis and swimming, to a BMX race track, model aeroplane flying and diverse fitness facilities.
Winter resort
A wander through Hartberg's old-town doesn't only bring the area's history and culture to life, but also displays its contemporary artistic side. Further sights in the area include the 'Maria Lebing' daughter church, the 'St. Anna' pilgrimage church, the viewing point, 'Villa Rustica' - Roman excavations in Löffelbach, as well as Klaffenau castle.
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Hartberg | General information
The county town of Hartberg, lying 360 m above sea level and with 6050 inhabitants, is situated in the densley wooded hilly countryside of the alpine foothills. First documented in 1128/29, Hartberg can look back on a rich and varied history, which is reflected
in many of the town's buildings, excavations, frescos and art treasures
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