Panorama showing the interior of the Mausoleum belltower in Graz. You can make out some of the skyline of Graz through the windows.

Mausoleum Belltower - Graz visitor guide showing a virtual tour of 'Mausoleum Belltower' linked to an interactive map with local and travel information. 360° panoramas from Styria.

The Mausoleum in Graz was commissioned by Emperor Ferdinand II in the 17th century. It was built by an Italian architect and became one of the most important buildings in Austria at the time, containing the first dome outside of Italy. The Mausoleum vault is dominated by a red, marble sarcophagus of red marble, under which is the final resting place of Ferdinand's mother, Maria of Bavaria. The grave of Ferdinand himself is marked by a plain stone tablet on the wall.

Today, the mausoleum is one of the top tourist attractions in Graz it is one of the top sights in Graz. It is incorporated into the Mausoleum is St Catherine Church, whose statue adorns the façade facing the Jesuit College.

The Mausoleum is part of the Stadtkrone (Crown of the Town), a series of buildings which includes the Cathedral, Burg and the Old University.

Entrance to the Mausoleum is ticketed. Visitors can also climb the bell tower for panoramic views over the city. Be warned that the bells at the top do chime, loudly, at various intervals.

Bus: Schauspielhaus (30), Maiffredygasse (31, 39, N1, N2, N7).
Tram: Maiffredygasse(1, 7, 12)