Region guide
Steiermark: Alpine Peaks and Wine Country of Austria
Steiermark is an Austrian federal state defined by its Alpine terrain and fertile valleys, including the Graz Basin and Mur–Mürz valley. Graz, the state capital, sits on the Mur River and serves as the main hub for access to Styrian landscapes and wine regions.
Fast facts
- Country
- Austria
- Region
- Styria
- Population
- Approx. 1.24 million
- Known for
- vineyards, thermal spas, alpine landscapes, medieval castles
- Language
- German
Steiermark, also known as Styria, occupies a large portion of Austria’s Eastern Alps and includes important lowland areas that support agriculture and settlements. The region features prominent Alpine peaks such as Reichenstein and Windberg, with summer hiking and winter skiing as key seasonal activities. The Styrian wine regions—Südsteiermark, Vulkanland Steiermark, and Weststeiermark—are officially recognized in Austria’s wine classification system.
Eastern Alps and Basins
Steiermark covers parts of the Northern Limestone and Central Alps, with valleys like the Mur–Mürz and Graz Basin hosting most settlements.
Graz on the Mur River
Austria’s second-largest city, Graz lies 150 km southwest of Vienna and is the main entry point to the region via Graz Airport.
Three DAC Wine Regions
Styrian wine country is divided into Südsteiermark, Vulkanland Steiermark, and Weststeiermark DACs, each with distinct viticultural profiles.
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