Description
Enjoy pure relaxation with a picnic at the stud – a unique setting to experience nature in complete tranquility.
The carefully curated picnic for two features selected regional delicacies and is complemented by the exceptional backdrop of the Lipizzaner horses and the historic atmosphere of Baroque Piber Castle.
Whether as a romantic escape, quality time with family, or a relaxed gathering with friends, this picnic experience seamlessly combines culinary pleasure, nature, and the distinctive charm of this renowned equestrian heritage site.
Date: individually selectable
Picnic at the Stud: available from 19 March to 2 November, bookable via the Café-Restaurant Piber
Reservations: We look forward to receiving your enquiry at least five weekdays prior to your preferred date.
FAQ
The picnic basket comes complete with a blanket, plates, cutlery, cups, and small wooden boards for two people.
You can choose between a classic or vegetarian selection, and select either alcoholic or non-alcoholic beverages.
Picnic areas are available on the castle meadow, along the serpentine path from the visitor parking lot to the castle, on the lawn in front of the carriage house, as well as along the children’s adventure trail. Please note that picnicking is not permitted in the pastures and enclosures for safety and animal welfare reasons.
Please note that picnic baskets must be picked up and returned exclusively at the Café-Restaurant Piber.
Visitor Info
Lipizzaner Stud Piber
Arrival by public transportation:
From Vienna (approx. 4 hours)
Take the train from Wien Hauptbahnhof to Graz Hauptbahnhof. Then take a local GKB train from Graz to Köflach. Vom Bahnhof Köflach mit dem Bus 702 bis zur Station Piber Schloss, Piber Fesselweg oder Piber Hagen Knobelbergsiedlung.
However, please note: The 702 bus line only runs on weekdays. On weekends, taxis are available at the Köflach train station taxi rank.
From Graz (approx. 1 hour)
Take a local GKB train from Graz to Köflach. From Köflach railway station, take the Bus 702 to any of the following stops: Station Piber Schloss, Piber Fesselweg or Piber Hagen Knobelbergsiedlung.
However, please note: The 702 bus line only runs on weekdays. On weekends, taxis are available at the Köflach train station taxi rank.
Café- Restaurant Piber
Regional, seasonal and down-to-earth ...that's how visitors know and love our café-restaurant at the Lipizzaner Stud Piber!
Reservation:
+43 3144 3323 170
cafe@piber.com
Cloakroom
Unfortunately, we can't store your wardrobe or luggage.
Parking
At the foot of the hill of the Piber Castle and Stud Farm there are sufficient parking spaces for visitors and buses. Please take into account the 5-10 minute walk from the car park to the stud!
Visit with children
The stud farm is barrier-free, making it possible to visit with a baby carriage. There is also a changing table in the ladies' toilet in Piber Castle.
Visit with the four-legged friend
Dogs are welcome at the stud farm, whether it’s on an independent visit or on a guided tour!
However, please note: In the inner area of the stud farm, dogs must always be kept on a short lead. Dogs are not permitted at events held on stud grounds (e. g. the Spring Celebration) or on alpine pasture tours!
Parking
There is a disabled parking space at the top of the hill, to the left of the entrance to the inner stud farm area (turnstile), opposite the museum. Further wheelchair-accessible parking spaces are located in the visitor car park at the foot of Castle Hill.
Toilets
Disabled toilets are available at Piber Castle, in the treetop adventure course ticket shop and on the grounds of the Piber Arena.
Special offers for people with disabilities
The stud farm can be visited in a wheelchair. However, there are slight inclines and slopes, so we recommend a visit with a companion.
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