Linz
Discover Linz, Austria's vibrant cultural hub in Upper Austria.
Catholic jurisdiction: Latin — Diocese of Linz
About Linz
Linz is located in the state of Upper Austria, just north of Salzburg and near Linz am Traunsee. Historically significant as a major industrial center, it now thrives as a creative and technological powerhouse, hosting renowned cultural events like the Ars Electronica festival.
As a city that bridges tradition and modernity, Linz plays a crucial role in Upper Austrian society, known for its innovative spirit and rich artistic heritage. Its blend of historical architecture and contemporary art makes it a unique destination.
rules.city collects practical civic information for Linz, verified against official sources, including rules, fees, transport, and local services to help you navigate the city easily.
Notable people from Linz
Ranked by number of Wikipedia languages that have an article — a proxy for cross-cultural notability. Data: Wikidata.
Mateo Kovačićb. 1994Croatian association football player (born 1994)- GGeli Raubal1908–1931niece of Adolf Hitler (1908–1931)
Hermann Bahr1863–1934Austrian dramatic, publicist and writer (1863–1934)
Maria Anna of Austria1683–1754Portuguese queen
Luka Sučićb. 2002Croatian association football player
Gernot Traunerb. 1992Austrian association football player
Topics
✈️ Airports
Airports serving the city, services, and terminal info.
🏛 City Hall
The main municipal services — ID renewal, residency certificates, civil status and more.
📅 Events
Upcoming events, festivals, council meetings and public activities scheduled in the city.
• Museums
Notable museums, galleries and exhibition halls — hours and descriptions.
📮 Post Offices
Postal service branches and parcel drop-off points. Sourced from national postal operators and OpenStreetMap.
⛪ Religious sites
Churches, synagogues, mosques and other places of worship.
On the map
About this city page
Topics are updated from official sources and translated to English. Every page tells you where the information came from and the date it was last verified. For anything legally binding (fines, deadlines, fees), always double-check on the official source.
Live info — upcoming events, road closures and latest press — lives in the right rail.