Eisenerz is a town with history, unique character and a solid future. Nestled in the mountains surrounding the Erzberg, it offers modern infrastructure, a wide range of educational opportunities and new perspectives for a modern life in a historic setting.
Education & childcare
Kindergarten, primary and secondary schools as well as vocational schools provide powerful educational options directly on location.
Counselling for newcomers
Any questions about life and work in Eisenerz? The municipality’s residents service centre is happy to help.
Conveniently accessible
Good bus connections and the proximity to Leoben make everyday mobility flexible, even without your own car.
Great medical care
A modern health centre with specialists and general practitioners provides premium medical care. The Hochsteiermark Regional Public Hospital is literally just a mountain away.
Living in Eisenerz
Make Eisenerz your new home. The municipality office will be happy to inform you about available housing. Find out more about building and living in eastern Upper Styria here Building and living.
Eisenerz inspires with grandiose nature, mountain sports, culture and a strong sense of community. It provides the historical backdrop for modern leisure events, from the Erzbergrodeo to the Leopold feast. Eisenerz celebrates life!
Erzberg adventure
At the Styrian Erzberg, the largest open-cast ore mine in Central Europe, visitors can experience mining up close. The 1.217-hp Hauly truck carries you over the spectacular mining terraces. In the show mine you experience the world of miners underground. An walk-along open-air exhibition will broaden your horizon in more ways than one.
Eisenerz old town
Eisenerz looks back on a long history dating back to the year 700, reflected in its historic old town. Sgraffito-decorated façades, arcaded courtyards and the magnificent House of Continents mirror the former wealth of the local wheelwork masters. Around the Bergmannsplatz square, magnificent town houses and the Shift Tower invite you to discover and contemplate.
Leopoldsteinersee
Ready to discover a gem of nature? This lake is one of Styria’s most beautiful places. Surrounded by primal nature, it invites you to relax and rebound. Whether it’s hiking, climbing, boating or Kneipp therapy – everyone will find their favourite nature experience here.
Eisenerz Vitality Bath
Centrally located in Eisenerz, the Vitality Bath is framed by magnificent mountains. Train your swimming skills in the sports pool or relax in the sauna, the steam bath and much more. Active and laid-back.
From mining the past to creating the future. Eisenerz offers jobs in technology, tourism, education and care. Young initiatives and investments create new perspectives in a city with a unique identity.
Employers
The Erzberg, new companies and the proximity to research institutions keep this place strong economically. Get to know employers in the neighbourhood today. Get to know employers in the neighbourhood today.
Job portal
Ready for a new challenge? Take a look at our job portal and find the right job offer in eastern Upper Styria.
Apprentices portal
Take a look at the apprenticeship portal and find an apprenticeship in the region.