Herb day

The “Highlight of the Year – Herbal Day” at the Austrian Open-Air Museum Stübing is dedicated to the ancient knowledge surrounding herbs, roots, and flowers. Amidst historic farmhouses, a world unfolds where plants have always served as home remedies, spice racks, and protection. In the gentle landscape near Graz, it becomes evident how closely nature and daily life were intertwined in Styria.

Expert guides explain which herbs grew in the farmhouse garden, how they were collected and dried, and what significance they held throughout the year. Whether it’s ointments, teas, or incense – much of what is valued today was once taken for granted in life at the manor. The scent of fresh herbs fills the air as old customs and traditional knowledge are passed on.

Demonstrations, talks, and hands-on stations bring Herbal Day to life. You can bind your own herbal bouquet between 9:00–11:00 am and have it blessed afterward. Children explore plants with all their senses, while adults learn about folk medicine and regional traditions. At around 2:00 pm, the maypole will be cut down at the inn amidst music and culinary delights. Thus, a day is created that feels calm yet is full of impressions.

The expansive grounds of the museum invite visitors to linger among gardens and fields. Herbal Day showcases the richness of Styria's nature and how thoughtfully previous generations interacted with it. As part of the annual program in the Graz Region, this event connects history, nature, and regional knowledge in a down-to-earth manner.