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Linz: Pöstlingberg and Old Town Private Walking Tour

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3 to 6 hours (approx.)
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Overview

Take the Pöstlingbergbahn mountain railway and discover a scenic wonderland of dwarves and magic - Pöstlingberg. See the Bergstation, Pöstlingbergkirche, Grottenbahn and enjoy a walking tour of Linz Old Town highlights with a Local Guide.

Choose one of our excellent tour options tailored to your needs and interests:

3-hours: Pöstlingberg by Pöstlingbergbahn
Visit Pöstlingberg by Pöstlingbergbahn and see Bergstation, Aussichtsplattform, Pöstlingbergkirche. Includes railway tickets both ways.

5-hours: Pöstlingberg & Old Town Walking Tour
Join this tour to visit Pöstlingberg by Pöstlingbergbahn and see the highlights of Linz Old Town on a walking tour. Includes railway tickets both ways.

6-hours: Pöstlingberg, Grottenbahn & Old Town Walking Tour
Get the best experience of Pöstlingberg by visiting Grottenbahn and enjoy a walking tour of Linz Old Town. Includes tickets for the Pöstlingbergbahn and Grottenbahn.

What's Included

  • Informative and personal walking tour of Old Town highlights (in 5 and 6-hours options)
  • Private Trip to Pöstlingberg by Pöstlingbergbahn, with a ride on Grottenbahn & Walking Tour of Linz
  • Tickets for the Grottenbahn (in 6-hours options)
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    Meeting Location

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    Hauptpl. 10/
    4020 Linz, Austria

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    What To Expect

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    Hotel Motel One Linz-Hauptplatz

    Here meet your guide In front of the Hotel Motel One Linz-Hauptplatz, Hauptpl. 10-11, 4020 Linz, Austria. Please DO NOT ENTER the hotel, it is only a meeting point.
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    10 minutes Admission Ticket Free

    Postlingbergbahn

    Visit Pöstlingbergkirche, the beautiful late Baroque style church that has been attracting pilgrims to Pöstlingberg since the middle 18th-century. Inside of this pilgrimage basilica you will see a lush decor, choir, altar and the real treasure - the miraculous figure of Maria Pöstlingberg. This beautiful place is definitely worth the trip up the mountains. Soak up the glorious atmosphere of this place and the splendid nature around you before getting on Pöstlingbergbahn and back to Linz.
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    2 hours 50 minutes Admission Ticket Included

    Grottenbahn

    Enhance your Pöstlingberg experience with a ride on the Grottenbahn, an underground dragon-express through the world of dwarves, animals and fairy tales. This is the most magical adventure, perfect for families and children. Enjoy a colorful journey through one of the seven fortresses towers built in the 19th-century and see the miniature world of magical creatures and fairy-tale characters.
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    2 hours Admission Ticket Included

    Wallfahrtsbasilika Sieben Schmerzen Mariae

    You will also visit Pöstlingbergkirche, the beautiful late Baroque style church that has been attracting pilgrims to Pöstlingberg since the middle 18th-century. Inside of this pilgrimage basilica you will see a lush decor, choir, altar and the real treasure - the miraculous figure of Maria Pöstlingberg.
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    15 minutes Admission Ticket Free

    Schlosspark

    Enjoy the pleasant Castle Park and pass by the Landhaus to finally reach the monolithic New Cathedral. Throughout this tour you will be captivated by Linz's history, culture and charm.
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    15 minutes Admission Ticket Free

    Hauptplatz

    you will meet with your Private Guide at the Hauptplatz square and hop on the famous Pöstlingbergbahn railway. It takes only 20 minutes to get to the top of the hill on this steepest adhesion railway in Europe and the ride will be enjoyable. Admire the wonderful woodlands and nature as you reach the Bergstation at the top. You will walk to the Aussichtsplattform observation deck to get a sensational view over the whole of Linz, green forest landscapes and distant mountains.
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    30 minutes Admission Ticket Free

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    Additional Info

    • Confirmation is instant and will be received at time of booking
    • Wheelchair accessible
    • Transportation options are wheelchair accessible
    • Suitable for all physical fitness levels
    • Infants and small children can ride in a pram or stroller
    • Infants are required to sit on an adult’s lap

    Frequently Asked Questions (7)

    Q: What is the cancellation policy for the Linz: Pöstlingberg and Old Town Private Walking Tour?

    A: You can cancel up to 24 hours in advance of the tour for a full refund. For a full refund, you must cancel at least 24 hours before the tour start time.If you cancel less than 24 hours before the tour start time, the amount you paid will not be refunded.Any changes made less than 24 hours before the tour start time will not be accepted.Cut-off times are based on the tour local time (CET). Read more Apr 2025

    Cancellation Policy

    You can cancel up to 24 hours in advance of the tour for a full refund.

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    Activity code: C-265552P50

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    What's Included

    Activity name

    • Informative and personal walking tour of Old Town highlights (in 5 and 6-hours options)
    • Private Trip to Pöstlingberg by Pöstlingbergbahn, with a ride on Grottenbahn & Walking Tour of Linz
    • Tickets for the Grottenbahn (in 6-hours options)
    • Both way tickets for the Pöstlingbergbahn (in 3, 5 and 6-hours options)
    • 5-Stars Guide with Official Linz License speaking fluently in chosen language

    Additional Info

    Activity name

    • Confirmation is instant and will be received at time of booking
    • Wheelchair accessible
    • Transportation options are wheelchair accessible
    • All areas and surfaces are wheelchair accessible
    • Public transportation options are available nearby
    • Suitable for all physical fitness levels
    • Infants and small children can ride in a pram or stroller
    • Infants are required to sit on an adult’s lap
    • Please check your email the day before the tour to receive important information.

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