Experience the traditional Herb Day on 15 August 2025 at the Stübing Open-Air Museum in the Graz Region with herb tying and herb consecration.
On 15 August 2025, the Solemnity of the Assumption of Mary, the Austrian Open-Air Museum Stübing in Styria invites you to its traditional Herb Day. This day offers a varied programme for the whole family around the theme of herbs.
Programme overview:
- 9:00-11:00 am: Under guidance, visitors of all ages can make their own herb bouquets. These bouquets traditionally consist of seven or more different medicinal herbs that symbolise health and protection.
- 11.00 a.m.: Ceremonial consecration of the herb bouquets, the blessed herbs are said to bring healing to humans and animals and protect them from harm.
- From 9.00 a.m.: Various stations provide information about the properties, use and processing of herbs. Learn interesting facts about traditional crafts that are thematically related to herbs.
- 1.00 pm: Traditional maypole cutting at the inn. This event is celebrated with music and culinary delicacies centred around herbs.
The Herb Day at the Stübing Open-Air Museum is a wonderful opportunity to experience old customs up close and learn more about the healing properties of herbs. Spend an unforgettable day in the Graz Region and immerse yourself in the world of traditional herbalism.
Date and time
Fri., 15/08/2025
Starts at: 09:00 O'clock
(Duration: 7 Hours)
Event location
Gratwein-Straßengel - Freilichtmuseum Stübing
