Water Sports Graz

1. Recreational park Auwiesen & Mur Auen

The beautiful recreational area at the reservoir in the south of Graz, was created by the construction of the power plant Gössendorf. Through the renaturalized oxbow Thondorf, a wonderful protected lake has been created here, which is used for water sports and also for swimming. Auwiesen is easy to reach by bike and offers, in addition to water sports, places to barbecue, relax and linger.

WC facilities and the snack stand "Michi's Würstelstrand" are available for you.

Sports & Recreation

The bay is located in a quiet side arm of the Mur reservoir Gössendorf. The place is therefore perfect for water sports beginners & children. Advanced water sports enthusiasts can start their tours relaxed from the bay, e.g. to the restaurant "Steckerlfisch & Friends".

At the north end of the bay is the water sports rental "Paddlerei", where you can rent SUP boards, kayaks, waterbikes and take part in courses and guided tours.

There are also pedal boats, e-boats and activities for children. On land there is a calisthenics park for exercise.

Activities

• Rental of SUP's, kayaks, boats
• Guided Tours & Courses
• Swimming possibility
• Calisthenics Street Workout Parcours
• Table tennis, slaglines, boccia, etc. for rent
• WC facilities
• Barbecue areas
• Snack bar
• Lounger - & playground

Contact

Water sports rental „Paddlerei“
Eichbachgasse 900
8041 Graz

2. CityBeach & CityHarbour Grünanger

At the Grünanger leisure area, a beautiful beach area - the StadtStrand - has been created by the construction of the power plant. Embedded in the wonderful architecture of the old soap factory and the new Puchsteg, it is located south of the also newly built city harbor, which offers berths for boats.

The city beach is a wonderful real to spend a few hours or the whole day on the water.

Sports & Recreation

The bay is located in the Puntigam reservoir. The place is therefore ideal for water sports beginners & children. Advanced water sports enthusiasts can start their tours from the bay in a relaxed manner towards the north, slowly the current becomes stronger here.

At the northern end of the bay is the Puchsteg, which connects the two banks of the river Mur

The water sports rental is right at the harbor where you can rent SUP boards, kayaks, water bikes and take part in courses and guided tours.

There are also pedal boats, e-boats and activities for children. A highlight are the eFoil surfboards that you can rent or take courses.

Activities

• Rental of SUP's, kayaks, boats
• Guided Tours & Courses
• eFloil rental
• Boat rental
• Swimming possibility
• Sports fields, playground
• WC facilities
• Snack stand
• Lounger - & playground
• Boat moorings

Contact

SUPXperience
8041 Graz

3. Augarten bay

By lowering the level of the Augarten Park to water level, a beautiful access to the Mur Reservoir has been created, the Augarten Bay. It invites to relax and for sporting leisure activities. In addition, it is a popular meeting place for young people and students.

The chilly, newly developed Augartenbucht offers the good entry point to dive into the refreshing waters with your own water sports equipment and explore the city from the water. The Augartenbucht combines urban Graz city life with natural water and the large trees provide the perfect shade for a subsequent relaxation after the tour.

4. The city balcony (StadtBalkon) - the unique sport, play & chill out lounge

The City Balcony or StadtBalkon, directly on the Mur Promenade south of the Radetzky Bridge is probably one of the most beautiful places on the water in Graz! The platform, which is the starting point of the Central Storage Canal, is a wonderful viewing platform over the Mur.p>

Since 2020, it has been the water sports base and exit for SUP & boat tours, as well as for tubing on the river Mur. Advanced paddlers can also rent SUP boards or kayaks here.

You can moor here by boat, kayak or SUP board and take a break with a drink.

Cool drinks, fresh waffles & snacks

The cozy lounges and sunbeds invite you to enjoy a cool drink, cappuccino, snack or ice cream while watching the hustle and bustle on the water. In addition, there's chill out music and on weekends live music from young artists.

But the Graz StadtBalkon is even more!

Here you can also find out about the water sports on offer in Graz, book tours and use the free WiFi and power sockets at every pitch.

All drinks & snack of course also To Go!

Fun & Cool Games with Water View

Board games, group games, games of skill or classics such as billiards, table soccer, darts & air field hockey and much more are offered at the city balcony . Much is free with consumption, some games such as billiards, table soccer is available for a small fee.

Special highlights are the giant outdoor chess, giant Mikado or soccer darts, for children there are puzzles, dominoes and much more.

At the same time, the StadtBalkon is also an exit point for tours and tubing on the river Mur or as a dock for kayakers and boaters to take a break for refreshments.

But it is also the ideal place to train with SUP or kayak in easy flowing water. Several sweeping waters that alternate with current tongues offer ideal conditions. Therefore, SUP flowing water courses are also held here.

Contact

+43 660 6906 455

5. Die river Mur in the north of Graz

Have you ever experienced Graz from the water. Whether with the SUP, the mini raft or tubing, the Mur through Graz offers many opportunities to let off steam on the water.

Quiet sections for chilled gliding alternate with sections of swell and waves in which you are shaken quite properly. The right mix of experience and action with great views of the main sights of the city.

Almost the entire route is lined with floodplain forest, you have the feeling of paddling through the middle of nature.

At the end, the island of the Mur appears after a bend, an indescribable sight.

Until after the main bridge, this section consists of swells and waves, after which the water becomes calmer and gradually merges into the reservoir.