Overview
Murau is a small historic town in western Styria, Austria, serving as the district capital of one of the country's most sparsely populated regions. The town preserves medieval architecture including Gothic churches, a 13th-century brewery, and the Grünfels castle complex with its hilltop Calvary trail.
Architecture · History · Museums · Nature · Skiing
Before you go
Activities
Summer: brewery tours (Fri 15:00-17:00, €0), historical walking tours (Mon 09:30, €2). Winter: multiple ski areas within 15-60 min drive.
Connectivity
4G coverage in town; mountain areas may lack signal. Emergency tip: turn phone off/on and select Notruf.
Money
Austria uses Euro (€). ATMs available. Most businesses accept cards.
Transport
Murau train station on Murtalbahn line connects to Unzmarkt (30-40 min). Within town, walk or bike. Bus service is limited.