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Stadtführung Leoben

Leoben, Styria

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Immerse yourself in the rich past of Styria's second-largest city and its long tradition in mining and metallurgy with city tours. The tours through the old town last approximately 60 minutes and are offered in German and English. Leoben was and remains an important location for the Austrian iron and steel industry, which is reflected in the city's history to this day. Particularly fascinating is the old city center, which was once founded in the Mur loop and now extends on both sides of the river up to the mountain flanks.During the tour, you will learn exciting details about historical events, such as the Preliminary Peace of Leoben, which was concluded here between Napoleon and representatives of Austria. Learn more about significant buildings such as the Stadttheater Leoben, Austria's oldest continuously operating theater, or the Schwammerlturm, which with its mushroom-shaped dome is a striking landmark of the city.Let yourself be enchanted by the historical treasures and the stories behind the facades as you stroll through the narrow streets and picturesque squares.