A Land...

... with a history:
Over 800 years ago, Styria was the germ cell from which the federal state of Austria was formed.

... of technology:
A focal point of industrialisation in Austria in the past, the province is now a pacesetter in the practical application of new technologies.

... of music:
More musical groups and choral societies than anywhere else in Austria.

... of forests:
Austria's most significant wood producer.

... full of variety:
From high alpine glaciers to wine country.

... with an open mind:
Tradition and the avant-garde are not mutually exclusive.

... of fertility:
Three quarters of Austria's apples are harvested in Styria.

... of pleasantness:
Over 25% of Austria's beer is brewed in Styria.

... in Europe:
Austria's accession to the European Union places Styria at the south-eastern edge of the new Europe.

For further information please visit our homepage www.steiermark.at .