The clock tower is 28 metres high, is considered one of the main attractions of Graz. The first mention of the tower dates back to the year 1265, however, its present appearance is the clock tower acquired in 1560.

Once at the Schlossberg mountain was a fortress, the ruins of which can be seen today. The fortress was the residence of the emperors from the early 15th century. The fortress was repeatedly tried to storm, however, only in 1809, Napoleon's troops blew it up. Safely left only the clock tower.

Today the tower houses three bells: hour bell, which is the oldest (1382), a bell that warns of fire, appeared in 1645. The third bell is the bell of sinners, rang for the first time in 1450, calling for the death penalty. Of great interest is the old original dial, who at first had only one pointer indicating the hours. The minute hand appeared much later, and the short hand shows the minutes, implying that they are as important as our hours.

The top of the tower surrounded by a wooden gallery, which previously served as a lookout point fire protection.

The tower, surrounded by a beautiful landscaped Park, is a favorite destination for local residents. Here walking with children, date and meet with friends. The tower can be reached by funicular, but you can stand up for himself at a very steep staircase. The ladder starts at the Clock tower and down to the street Sporgasse to the gift shop.

By the way, near the clock tower is a monument to the dog. According to legend it was the barking of a dog rescued from kidnapping the Emperor's daughter in 1481. Secretly to steal the girl wanted the Hungarian king Matthias Corvinus, who yesterday refused the marriage.