Pöstlingberg
The hill with its pilgrimage basilica, reached by one of Europe's steepest mountain tramways, with views over the city.
Tickets →Linz, Austria
Linz: airports, things to do and where to stay
Linz is the capital of Upper Austria, on the Danube, an industrial city turned hub of art and technology, with modern museums, a Baroque main square and the Pöstlingberg hill.
Linz airports
From the airport to central Linz
Linz Hörsching airport is about 11 km from central Linz.
Tren regional (estación de Hörsching)
Hörsching station, on the Westbahn line, is a few kilometres from the airport, with regional trains to Linz. Check the route with the operator before travelling.
Autobús
There are bus connections between the airport and Linz; check timetables and the route with the operator before travelling.
Taxi
Taxis outside the terminal. The ride to central Linz takes about 20 min, depending on traffic.
Linz
Things to do in Linz
Lentos Kunstmuseum
The museum of modern and contemporary art, a glass building on the banks of the Danube.
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Ars Electronica Center
The Museum of the Future, devoted to art, technology and society, with a glass façade lit up at night.
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Hauptplatz
One of the largest main squares in central Europe, with the Trinity Column and Baroque houses.
Tickets →Frequently asked questions
Which airport serves Linz?
Linz is served by Linz Hörsching (LNZ).
How far is the airport from central Linz?
Linz Hörsching airport is about 11 km from central Linz.
How do I get from the airport to central Linz?
From Linz Hörsching airport you can take Tren regional (estación de Hörsching) (train), Autobús (bus), and Taxi. Pre-booked taxis and private transfers are also available.
What are the must-sees in Linz?
Highlights of Linz include Pöstlingberg, Lentos Kunstmuseum, Ars Electronica Center, and Hauptplatz.
Photo credits
- Pöstlingberg: Isiwal, CC BY-SA 4.0, Wikimedia Commons
- Lentos Kunstmuseum: Manfred Werner - Tsui, CC BY-SA 3.0, Wikimedia Commons
- Ars Electronica Center: Isiwal, CC BY-SA 4.0, Wikimedia Commons
- Hauptplatz: Felix König, CC BY 3.0, Wikimedia Commons