Sport and nature
Between the lecture hall and the laboratory, the region around Leoben opens up an impressive stage for sports, nature and recreation. From alpine adventures in Hochsteiermark to relaxing moments in the city park, which perfectly complement your studies at the TU Leoben.
Nature and relaxation
No matter the season, Upper Styria offers the perfect mix of adventure and relaxation. From scenic mountain hikes in summer to skiing and spa days in winter – Leoben and its surroundings invite you to enjoy the best of both worlds.
Whether you’re looking for outdoor action, cultural highlights, or peaceful moments in nature, you’ll find it all right here in the heart of Styria.
Relaxation and fun in summer
Winter activities
- Leoben Ice Rink
- Around 10 km of cross-country ski trails in Hafning–Trofaiach
- Cross-country skiing centre Eisenerz Ramsau
- Präbichl ski resort
All-season experiences
Excursions
Just a five-minute walk from the Technical University of Leoben lies Leoben’s main railway station. From there, you can explore new sides of Austria and our neighbouring countries thanks to numerous train connections.
If you’d like to head out of Leoben for the weekend, we recommend the following destinations:
- Swimming at Lake Wörthersee (Leoben–Klagenfurt: 1 hr 33 min)
- Shopping in Graz (Leoben–Graz: 45 min)
- Skiing or hiking: Murtal or Ennstal (Leoben–Kreischberg/Murau: 1 hr 56 min, Leoben–Schladming: 1 hr 45 min)
- Coffee in Vienna (Leoben–Vienna: 2 hr 6 min)
- Exploring Maribor (Leoben–Maribor: 1 hr 57 min)
- Walk around Leopoldsteiner See (Leoben–Eisenerz: 1 hr 34 min)
If you prefer to travel by public transport and purchase a Klimaticket (Austria’s nationwide public transport pass), you can benefit from various financial support schemes:
- Subsidy from the City of Leoben (€100 or €70)
- ÖH Mobility Grant (€10,000 distributed among all students holding a Klimaticket)
- TalentTicket (€300 towards a Klimaticket in your third semester)
If a Klimaticket doesn’t pay off for you, you can still travel sustainably and affordably: with the ÖH Klimaticket Rental Service, you can borrow a Klimaticket for Styria or Salzburg for just €1 per day.
University Sports (USI)
When you want to put the books aside, you can enjoy the high quality of life and the extensive range of sports and leisure activities in Leoben to the full. Whether you want to let off steam by hiking, climbing, jogging or skiing, Leoben offers ideal conditions for all outdoor enthusiasts.
Our USI (University Sports Institute) offers an impressive range of over 90 courses for our students. Whether you want to let off steam with bouldering, tennis, boxing or Zumba, you will find the perfect sports activity here. But that's not all! You can also dive into the world of partner acrobatics, improve your dance moves and discover many more exciting activities!
In Leoben, there are no limits to your sporting development. Here you can enjoy yourself in a lively and dynamic environment. Take advantage of the many opportunities to stay active, discover new passions and be part of a sports-loving community.
Sports competitions and tournaments
You can also find balance alongside your studies through sporting competitions: students represent the Technical University of Leoben in events such as swimming and running, or are part of the university’s ice hockey team, the Golden Miners.
So grab your sports shoes and be ready to reach new heights in Leoben!
In addition, regular tournaments are held in which all sports enthusiasts can participate.
The most popular USI courses at a glance