Linz
| Offers: Linz | Prices per person/night |
|---|---|
| Hotels | from EUR 26.25 |
| Guest Houses | from EUR 32.00 |
| Themed holidays | from EUR 29.50 |
Elevation: 260 m
Residents: 189528
Location: Riverside
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Welcome to Linz by the Danube! Upper Austria's capital definitely should be on the itinerary of every visitor to Austria. Linz offers a perfect blend of cultural pursuits and fine sightseeing options.
The cultural wealth and the many attractions of the picturesque town center bear witness to the past glory and present beauty of Linz.
Visit the new Lentos Art Museum by the Danube and the unique Ars Electronica Center. A ride on Europe's steepest train up to Pöstlingberg Mountain creates memories that will stay with you forever. Stroll around the lovely old town quarter and soak up the enjoyable atmosphere of the Baroque downtown square.
And don't miss out on tasting a delicious piece of the Original Linz Cake at a coffeehouse - and take one with you as a gift for your loved ones at home!
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The Holiday Season in Linz is a magical combination of homespun traditions, Christmas markets and hundreds of crèches and cribs from all over the world. With holiday lights illuminating the town and outstanding season´s activities, the place is a gift for visitors of all ages. During November and December, Linz offers guests the unique opportunity to experience the lovely downtown area adorned in holiday finery and with unique Christmas crèches on display everywhere you go.
Upper Austria's capital Linz sprawls along the banks of the Danube and is situated on the ancient Salt Road, that used to link Salzkammergut to Bohemia. Thus Linz is an industrial and manufacturing center with a long history. Today, the thriving town has an international Airport and the biggest port on the Danube and is well known as a center for education as well.
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Linz is a marvelous mix of classic centuries-old European architecture within a modern-day lifestyle. Upper Austria's lively capital definitely should be on the itinerary of every visitor to Austria. Linz offers a perfect blend of big town shopping opportunities, cultural activities, and fine wining & dining.
The cultural wealth and the many attractions of the picturesque town center bear witness to the past glory and present beauty of Linz. For a unique sightseeing experience get aboard of the yellow Linz City Express. A ride on the Cave Train up to Pöstlingberg Mountain and a Boat Cruise of the Danube create memories that will stay with you forever.
Linz today is one of the leading cultural centers of Austria. The annual Calendar of Events boast the most versatile cultural highlights you can imagine, including the Linz Cultural Summer, the annual Linz Street Artists´ Festival, the Bruckner Festival, the visualized "Cloud of Sound" Festival and the Ars Electronica Festival.
You can experience the great variety of Linz also while making a river cruise on the Danube. Many cruises are offered during the Christmas season as well as on New Year's Eve, which guarantee memorable events.
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Daily from 8 am - 10 pm
Hauptplatz 1
4020 Linz, Austria
