Färberplatz, Graz, Austria
Welcome to the Bermuda Triangle of Graz. Located in the old city, to the east of the Herrengasse, this neighborhood is full of cafés, bars, and romantic alleys (and a Glockenspiel). Like the Eagles’s “Hotel California,” you can check out any time you like, but you can never leave.
Glockenspiel, Graz, Austria
The folk dancers in Graz’s Glockenspiel twirl dizzily 3 times a day – 11 a.m., 3 p.m. and 6 p.m. There’s a lady in Styrian garb clutching a handkerchief and a bearded man in lederhosen raising a glass of wine. Above them, in the iron turret, 24 bells ring out Alpine
Glockenspielplatz, Graz, Austria
The best way to find the Glockenspielplatz is to look for a bunch of befuddled tourists staring up into the air. They are waiting for the Glockenspiel to chime. While you’re standing there, why not admire the Art Nouveau facade below the tower? Gottfried Maurer was a savvy wine &