Leoben

Leoben is the second largest city in Styria and an important economic and cultural centre. Its history is linked to iron mining and its prestigious Mining University (Montanuniversität) is internationally renowned. For the traveller, Leoben offers a lively urban atmosphere and an interesting heritage. Its Main Square (Hauptplatz) is one of Austria's most beautiful, with elegant historic buildings. The Art Museum (Kunsthalle) and its commercial centre in a former Dominican convent are among its attractions. It is a stop that combines history, culture, a vibrant university atmosphere and all the services of a large city.