Linz

Linz, the third largest city in Austria, is beautifully situated on the Danube and is an exciting destination on a convertible tour through Upper Austria. The city combines its industrial past with modern art, digital innovation, and historical substance. As a stop on the Upper Austrian Danube Road, Linz offers a versatile mix of urban life, nature, and culture. At the same time, it is a vibrant example of how tradition and the future can complement each other harmoniously in a city.

Discovering the Old Town: Between Baroque and Modern

The Old Town of Linz surprises with its Baroque facades, narrow alleys, and elegant inner courtyards. The main square, with its magnificent Trinity Column, is one of the largest in Austria and invites visitors to linger with its cafés and shops. In the immediate vicinity rises the neo-Gothic Mariendom, the largest church in the country. Its impressive architecture and serene atmosphere make it a special place right in the city.

Digital Future at the Ars Electronica Center

Linz is not only historically shaped – with the Ars Electronica Center, the city displays its innovative side. The "Museum of the Future" captivates visitors with interactive exhibitions on technology, art, and society. Directly across, on the other side of the Danube, the Lentos Art Museum sets modern accents in the cultural landscape. Especially in the evenings, both buildings, artfully illuminated, provide a stunning view along the river.

Experience the Danube: Strolling, sailing, marveling

The Danube is the heart of the city. Walks along the promenade, a cappuccino with a river view, or a cozy boat ride evoke vacation feelings. For those who enjoy sports, the Danube cycle path can be explored or green paths lead up to Pöstlingberg. From there, a wide view over Linz and the surrounding landscape offers a perfect short break from the urban hustle.

Modern Museums and Surprising Perspectives

Art enthusiasts will find a wide range of artworks from Classical Modern to contemporary art at Lentos. Tech fans can indulge at the Voestalpine Stahlwelt, where industrial history and innovation can be experienced up close. These unusual places provide exciting insights into the self-understanding of a city in transition.

Green Linz: Nature in the Heart of the City

The natural landscapes around Linz also invite exploration: the Botanical Garden with its plant diversity, the extensive Kürnbergerwald, or the winding roads into the hilly Mühlviertel offer plenty of variety for convertible enthusiasts. Especially on warm days, the green surroundings provide a welcome complement to the urban experience.

Linz as a Versatile Tourist Stop

Thanks to its excellent road connections, Linz is ideally suited as a stop on a tour along the Danube – such as between Passau and Vienna. Here, culture, history, and the present converge, accompanied by urban quality of life and green surroundings. A city that inspires, slows down, and surprises.