About this place
Schlossbergplatz is the square at the base of the Schlossberg hill, offering a dramatic perspective of the cliffs and the Clock Tower above. It is the main access point for the mountain, featuring the entrance to the glass elevator inside the rock tunnels and the start of the steep Kriegssteig stairs. The square is a meeting point for those heading up to the park or returning from the descent, bridging the city center with its natural fortress.
Key facts
- 260 steps — Approximate count on the zigzagging Kriegssteig stairs
- 473 meters — Elevation of the Schlossberg hill summit
📍 Schloßbergplatz, 8010, Graz