2009 will be an annus mirabilis for Linz. In that year the capital of Upper Austria will be the European Capital of Culture, together with Vilnius, the capital of Lithuania. The concept of the European Capital of Culture dates back to 1985, and the magnetic pull associated with it has been on the increase ever since. This is because cultural capitals showcase European diversity and offer a wonderful opportunity to let that diversity make a major impact. More
Upper Austrian musician Hubert von Goisern is Linz09’s goodwill ambassador. His two-year concert tour is an undertaking of extraordinary dimensions. More
The OK Center for Contemporary Art is in the midst of an ambitious three-year series of installations in public spaces in Linz. The venues: shop windows, underground passageways and rooftops. More
Linz’s cultural facilities are prominently arrayed along the Danube and throughout the Old City. Theatrical venues host offerings ranging from opera to musicals and modern dance. More
A street art extravaganza, crescendos on the banks of the Danube and international sporting flair at the Linz Marathon—a few of the annual highpoints on Linz’s event calendar. More
Spend a carefree weekend getting acquainted with Linz! Package deals and discounts offer a lot of features at affordable prices. An Experience Weekend, Marathon Weekend and Kids Weekend are a few of the great deals! More
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