Schloss St. Martin - St. Johann and Paul's Kirch - Rudolfswarte

Graz never cease to amaze me. I’ve been in Graz for more than 3 years, and although I think I’ve explored all of it, there is always something new to discover.

I remember my first time at Schloss St. Martin…I attended a seminar on how to deal with difficult people situations. Getting there was actually harder than I imagined but an exciting adventure, especially when you have to be there on time and be dressed all nicely for the seminar. But this visit is not only about Schloss St. Martin, but rather about wandering in the forest on a path I’ve never been and discovering new things.

Since a few years ago, the park which leads to Schloss St. Martin is hosting a variety of different artworks. Interesting to see and read about it.

My favourite is this one….

But I also like the one with the cow and the zebra.

From Schloss St. Martin, you can quickly reach several hiking paths through the forest around. Found an interesting building which most probably belongs to the school, but looks somewhat abandoned, a place where maybe youngsters come for a drink and smoke away from teachers eyes.

If you follow this path at some point you will reach the small church St. Johann and Paul. The church is beautiful, and the area around it is lovely. You can even book the church to have a wedding there, which I think is excellent for those who want to marry far from the busy city.

 If you walk in the opposite direction at some point, you will reach the Rudolfswarte. Until this day, I never knew about this place. The entire trip was like a surprise, discovering new places.

On the way back to Schloss St. Martin, you will find a beautiful staircase in the forest, and many picturesque areas, with sheep and vineyards all around.