Things to do in Linz

About Linz

Linz serves as the capital of Upper Austria and stands as a primary industrial and technological hub along the Danube River. The city blends its historical significance with a forward-looking digital culture, most visible at the Ars Electronica Center. Visitors can explore the vast Linz’s main square or experience the distinct contrast between the traditional architecture of the New Cathedral and the modern aesthetic of the Lentos Kunstmuseum Linz. The city also hosts the innovative Musiktheater, cementing its reputation as a center for contemporary arts.

Good to know

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   Linz is home to the world's oldest document mentioning a city's name, specifically referring to 'Lentia' in a Roman context.

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   The city is famous for the Linzer Torte, which holds the record as the oldest known cake recipe in the world, dating back to 1653.

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   Johannes Kepler lived in Linz for several years, where he discovered the third law of planetary motion in 1618.

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   During the National Socialist era, the city was intended to be developed into one of the 'Führermuseen' cultural centers for the Third Reich.

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   Linz hosts the annual Ars Electronica Festival, one of the world's most significant forums for media arts and technology.