Schwammerlturm

Built in the 13th century, at the time of the new foundation in the Mur loop, it was renovated in 1616 by Peter Carlone and, after severe damage by an earthquake in 1794, was fitted with the mushroom-shaped roof, to which its popular name "Schwammerlturm" (Mushroom Tower) goes back. The verse inscription with historical references was applied in 1845 by the Upper Styrian painter Johann Max Tendler during a restoration, the addition was only later written by Josef Freudenthaler with a reference to the most recent history. Today, the Schwammerlturm is again accessible and offers a wonderful view of the city and its surroundings from the café at the top of the tower.