Linz, Austria | An underrated European treasure town

Underrated European niche treasures | A complete guide to Linz, Austria✨ Linz, a city overshadowed by other famous cities in Austria, is actually a rare treasure town with unique charm waiting for you to explore! Basic Information Linz is the third largest city in Austria and the capital of Upper Austria. It is also the largest river port in the upper reaches of the Danube and was once elected the "European Capital of Culture". Climate Temperature Linz has a temperate continental climate with four distinct seasons. The average temperature in summer (June - August) is 18 - 25°C, which is warm and comfortable with plenty of sunshine, making it suitable for outdoor activities. The average temperature in winter (December - February) is -4 - 2°C, which is relatively cold and snowy. The city covered in snow has a unique flavor, but you must pay attention to keeping warm and non-slip when traveling. The temperature in spring and autumn (March - May, September - November) is 5 - 15°C, the climate is pleasant, and the scenery changes with the seasons. It is a good time to appreciate the natural scenery. Must-see attractions 1. Ars Electronica Center: A landmark building on the Danube River, known as the "Museum of the Future", full of technology and futuristic sense, where you can experience cutting-edge multimedia art and interactive technological exhibits🎮 2. Landos Art Museum: Located on the old town side of the Danube, the building itself is very contemporary in style. The museum displays a wealth of modern and contemporary art works. Art lovers should not miss it🖼️ 3. Mural Port: Take a boat tour of this outdoor gallery to admire hundreds of square meters of graffiti artworks from artists from all over the world and experience the unique charm of street art. 4. Linz Mountain Villa: Take the Pöstlingbergbahn up the mountain and overlook the entire city of Linz from the top of the mountain. The beautiful scenery of the city and the Danube are in full view. It is especially beautiful at sunset🌇 5. Hauptplatz Linz: The core landmark of Linz, where the tourist information center is also located. Surrounded by classical buildings, there are Baroque buildings and Renaissance courtyards. In the center of the square stands a marble monument to the Trinity. You can also take a yellow train for a tour. 6. Mozarthaus: Mozart composed his 36th Symphony "Linz Symphony" here. Some items and materials related to Mozart are displayed in the house. Friends who like Mozart can go and visit. 7. Linz New Cathedral: A Roman Catholic church with exquisite stained glass windows and a spectacular 135-meter-high tower. It is the largest church in Austria with a magnificent exterior and a solemn interior. Nearby Restaurants 1. Linzer Torte: The oldest cake in the world, a must try! The dough rich in peanuts (usually hazelnuts or walnuts) is paired with jam filling, which is between cake and pie, sweet and delicious🍰 2. Pauls Steak & Veggi Linz: A famous local restaurant that is popular for its steaks and burgers. It also has a wide variety of vegetarian options to satisfy different tastes. 3. Gelbes Krokodil: It mainly serves Austrian cuisine. The vegetarian dishes are also worth a try, allowing you to taste authentic Austrian cuisine. 4. Donauwirtinnen: Pursuing "locavoreism", the restaurant uses fresh ingredients and the food is full of local characteristics. Precautions - Buy the Linz Card, which allows free use of all public transportation, free entry to various museums, and discounts on certain activities. It's a great deal! - When traveling in winter, remember to bring enough warm clothes and non-slip shoes, as the roads may be slippery on snowy days. - When dining in a restaurant, some restaurants may charge a certain service fee, so please check the bill when checking out🧾 - When visiting religious places such as churches, please dress appropriately and do not make loud noises.