Top Choices for Study Spots in Graz
Graz, a vibrant university city, offers a wealth of study spots for students seeking a conducive environment for focused work and relaxation. Here are some of the best places to study in Graz, combining tranquility, convenience, and a touch of natural beauty.
University Libraries and Study Centers
The universities in Graz provide well-equipped study spaces for students. The Karl-Franzens University (University of Graz), University of Medicine Graz, and Technical University Graz all have libraries offering study spaces, computers, WIFI, and group rooms. The University of Medicine Graz also boasts 52 computer workstations and a copy machine [1].
City Libraries and Parks
For those seeking a more relaxed atmosphere, Graz's city library, located at Eggenberger Allee 13a, offers a calm environment for studying. It features WIFI, six computer stations, and a coffee bar. The city library is particularly convenient for residents of STUWO Smart Living and students at the FH Joanneum, who can get a membership at a discount [1].
The Stadtpark, located at Stadtpark 1, is a green oasis in the heart of Graz. With its many trees providing shade, it stretches from the Schlossberg to the opera, making it an ideal spot for studying. The Murpromenade, a 1.2 km long promenade suitable for studying near water on sunny days, can also be found in Graz [1].
Outdoor Study Spots
For students seeking the best outdoor study spots in Graz, several options abound. The University of Graz Campus Gardens, located around the main buildings such as Universitätsplatz, offer quiet green areas where students can study or take breaks [1]. The Schlossberg area, overlooking the city, provides benches and green spaces with inspiring views, perfect for studying in fresh air. The Mur riverbanks, with their paths and grassy banks, offer calm places to study in a natural setting [1].
Student Accommodations
In student accommodations such as Smart Living Graz and Student City Graz, retreat areas for studying without distractions, quick WIFI, courtyards, gardens, rooftop terraces, and rooms with big desks are available for residents. If the weather is nice, students can study in these outdoor spaces [1].
Additional Study Spots
For those seeking a more focused atmosphere, the State Library Styria, located at Kalchberggasse 2, offers a study space with an intellectual atmosphere. The Schlossberg, located at Am Schlossberg, offers a study place with a great view and a calm environment, accessible either by hiking or the Schlossbergbahn [1].
The bookstore Morawa-Moser, located at Am Eisernen Tor 1, offers a quiet reading corner for studying and a 3% discount for STUWO residents with a copy of their license agreement and ID [1].
During warmer months, many cafés in Graz also have outdoor seating areas favored by students, combining study and social atmosphere. However, these are not strictly "quiet" outdoor study spots [1].
Students often learn about these spots during orientation events like the Welcome Weeks at Uni Graz, which include guided tours and introductions to study zones, both indoors and outdoors [1]. Local student groups or university social media channels can also be helpful to discover current favorite study locations outdoors in Graz.
[1] Source: General knowledge combined with context from Graz university activities.
- For individuals interested in a blend of learning and gardening, they might find the home-and-garden sector engaging, as the Stadtpark and University of Graz Campus Gardens offer tranquil outdoor study spots with a touch of natural beauty.
- Apart from studying at libraries or parks, one could consider investing in education-and-self-development by delving into the intellectual atmosphere at the State Library Styria or taking advantage of a quiet reading corner at the Morawa-Moser bookstore.
