Visit Linz

Why Choose Our Destination?

As the city's full name expresses so succinctly, Linz lies on the Danube as few other Austrian cities do. In 2014 and 2015, the European Capital of Culture invites both its inhabitants and visitors to discover the city on all levels, from the water. Linz offers a broad spectrum of culture events and a considerable number of cultural institutions. The events are especially remarkable for being diverse, innovative and varied. In 2009, Linz was the European Capital of Culture. More than 2.5 million people took this opportunity to get to know the cultural qualities of the city. Several newly constructed cultural venues reinforce Linz`s image as a dynamic city of culture and industry.