Austria’s third-largest city is a progressive urban centre on the enchanting Danube River. One of Austria’s most environmentally friendly places, Linz was named European Capital of Culture in 2009.

See

• Churches and Cathedrals – Linz is home to some of the country’s most significant religious buildings. Saint Martin’s is regarded as Austria’s oldest church, while St Mary’s Cathedral is its largest, with room for around 20,000 people.
• Brucknerhaus – Named after legendary composer Anton Bruckner, this spectacular concert hall stages a year-round program of magical musical events.
• Lentos Art Museum – Marvel at a superb collection of contemporary Austrian and German art in this fascinating museum. The remarkable building is surrounded by a transparent glass casing and is spectacularly lit up at night.

 
Experience

• Pöstlingberg Mountain and Church – Catch the historic mountain tram up Pöstlingberg to admire its fairytale church and experience panoramic views over Linz.