Marijuana Laws
As recorded December 15, 2025 · not verified as current law. Austria law
Cannabis laws in Granz follow Austria’s national law. Local variations are uncommon—jurisdiction law sets the baseline for legality and penalties.
Recreational cannabis is illegal. Medical cannabis is available by prescription. Possession of small amounts is generally treated as an administrative offense with fines.
Quick facts
- Recreational: Illegal (small amounts decriminalized)
- Medical: Available by prescription
- Possession: Small amounts typically fined
- Buying/Selling: Illegal
- Tourists: Administrative fines possible for small possession
Practical guidance
Avoid cross-border transport of cannabis products. Some hemp-derived products may be sold under separate rules, but that does not mean marijuana is legal, and legality can depend on product content and labeling.
Law Enforcement
Occasional police raids were reported in the city park.
Where to Buy Marijuana
In the city park in Graz, you might be sitting on a bench or just walking around when somebody called out, “Brauchsch was?” (“Need something?”) or “Haschd was?” (“Got some?”). Cyclists and younger people in hip-hop clothes were part of the crowd there.