Linz is a dynamic city of Upper Austria, the third largest and administrative capital of the region. Its history is intertwined with archaeological layers, medieval fortifications and modern industry; ancient merchant streets, baroque squares and modern industrial complexes coexist here, creating a unique atmosphere of a European city with a rich culture.
The man-made sights of Linz are striking in diversity: Linz Castle, towering above the city, and ancient fortresses like Brook and Landhouse demonstrate medieval and Renaissance architecture, and the castles of Grainburg and Hartheim add historical flavor to the surroundings. The Church of the Ursulins, the Cathedral of the Immaculate Conception and the Old Cathedral (Alter Dom) tell about the religious heritage, and the Stadtplatz Square impresses with a baroque appearance. The city's modern markers - the Voestalpine steelworks and the Kane Sorgen Stadium - reflect Linz's industrial power and sporting life, and local museums, including the East Tyrol Museum at Brook Castle, house a wealth of exhibits and stories.
The natural corners around Linz offer a calm and picturesque experience: the Ens River, the right tributary of the Danube with a length of 254 kilometers, forms picturesque promenades and walking areas. Nearby are popular natural parks such as the Cumberland Wildpark with wild fauna, and the largest in the Alps, the Hohe Tauern National Park (1,834 km2) invites you to the world of high mountain peaks, glaciers and alpine landscapes. Picturesque gorges and waterfalls, such as Gola della Galizia and Vershakhklamm gorge, create excellent routes for hiking and photo hunting.
On our site you can see all these attractions on an interactive map, quickly read brief descriptions of each place and lay a convenient route around the city and surroundings. Routing tools will help optimize viewing time, connect points of interest, and print or save the route on a mobile device to easily navigate while walking.
You can explore Linz on your own, walking through the historic streets, climbing the castles and going down to the Ens waterfront, or opt for a guided tour with a local guide. Professional guides will tell little-known stories, offer themed routes - architectural, historical or natural - and make the tour lively and informative, preserving the pleasure of discovering the city.
Come to Linz to experience the combination of history and modernity, discover castles, cathedrals and natural corners and make your travel itinerary. Discover new places, try out walks and excursions and come back for new experiences - Linz is waiting for his explorers.
