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Pöstlingberg

Linz, Austria

Views

A hill above Linz crowned by a twin-towered pilgrimage church, with views over the city and the Danube. Take the historic Pöstlingberg tram from the main square or drive up to the paid car park.

Nearest town
Linz, Austria
Category
Scenic viewpoints
GPS
48.3226, 14.2594

Hours, fees and access change. Confirm with the operator or park before you go.

Good to know

Best time to go

JanFebMarAprMayJunJulAugSepOctNovDec

The most pleasant months are usually June–September. Still fine, with some compromises, in May. Cold, short days in December–February. (Estimate from long-term temperature averages, terrain and pass seasons)

Getting there

  • Austria: Vignette needed for motorways. Vehicles over 3.5 t need a GO-Box for distance-based tolls. Motorway limit for cars: 130 km/h.

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Campsites nearby

  • HofmühleMotorhome stopover
    7 km from Pöstlingberg · 48 pitches
    TentsMotorhomesElectricityDrinking waterWaste disposalDogs allowedWi-Fi
    WebsiteOSMAdd to trip
  • Mountaincamp PfenningbergCampsite
    9 km from Pöstlingberg · 2 pitches
    ElectricityShowersWaste disposalWi-Fi
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  • Campingplatz PichlingerseeCampsite
    13 km from Pöstlingberg
    TentsCaravansShowersToilets
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  • Camping PuchnerCampsite
    14 km from Pöstlingberg
    TentsCaravansDrinking waterShowers
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  • Zeltplatz AuseeCampsite
    14 km from Pöstlingberg · 30 pitches
    TentsDrinking waterShowersToiletsWi-Fi
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  • Camping Ausee für Mobilheime und CaravansMotorhome stopover
    15 km from Pöstlingberg · 20 pitches
    CaravansMotorhomesElectricityDrinking waterToiletsWaste disposalNo dogsWi-Fi
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All campsites in Austria · Campsite data: © OpenStreetMap contributors, ODbL 1.0 · Updated October 3, 2026

FAQs

Where is Pöstlingberg?

Pöstlingberg is in Linz, Austria, at GPS 48.3226, 14.2594. It is about 21 km from Mauthausen.

Can you camp near Pöstlingberg?

Yes. The nearest campsite listed in OpenStreetMap is Zeltplatz für Wasserwanderer, about 2 km away; within 25 km there are 17 campsites and motorhome stopovers.

Which road trips pass Pöstlingberg?

Pöstlingberg is a stop on these CampingSpirit trip guides: The Danube through Upper Austria: Passau to Melk.

What is there to see near Pöstlingberg?

Places worth a stop nearby: St. Florian Abbey (16 km), Mauthausen Memorial (19 km), Schlögen Danube loop viewpoint (30 km) and Český Krumlov (55 km).

When is the best time to visit Pöstlingberg?

The most pleasant months are usually June–September. Still fine, with some compromises, in May. (Estimate from long-term temperature averages, terrain and pass seasons)