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The Eggenberg family

The history of the Eggenberg family is equally as unusual as their residence. Their stellar rise from peasantry to becoming ranked among the most important families in the Holy Roman Empire is mainly due to their outstanding daringness, cleverness and financial skills.

Prince Hans Ulrich

Family history

At the beginning of the 17th century, the Eggenberg family, who were originally bankers, brought forth one of the most significant and influential statesmen in the history of Styria - Hans Ulrich von Eggenberg. The Eggenberg family were provincial merchants, masters of the mint and town... frontend readmore

Family history

Stammtafel

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Stammtafel

Guests and festivals

The most glorious residence in Styria took centre stage in Europe many times over the course of history. Here provincial history came face to face with world history. frontend readmore

Guests and festivals