Linz

Parks and recreation in Linz

Linz Recreational Spots

Linz offers a diverse range of outdoor and indoor recreational spaces. The city features the 3.2-hectare Volksgarten, one of its oldest urban parks, and a Botanical Garden with five distinct greenhouses. Specialized facilities include the Golfclub Stärk in Pichling, the Freinberg fitness trail, and the Biology Center Linz, which focuses on regional natural history. Sports enthusiasts can access numerous ASKÖ centers for tennis and football, the Donaugarten community garden, and professional billiards facilities.

Linz Recreational Spots — Map

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A

Botanical Garden

Botanical garden with five greenhouses boasting admirable variety of exotic plants. A relaxing oasis in the middle of the city.

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B

Volksgarten

A 3.2-hectare urban park established in the 19th century. It serves as one of the city's oldest and largest green spaces, featuring mature tree populations and central walking paths.

C

FC Blau-Weiß Linz

FC Blau-Weiß Linz or BW Linz are an Austrian association football

D

Arboretum

A collection of diverse tree species and woody plants located on the Freinberg hill, dedicated to botanical study and quiet recreation.

E

Golf Center Linz (Driving Range)

Practice facility featuring a driving range and training areas for golfers of various skill levels.

F

Golfclub Stärk Linz Pichling

Golf course located near the Pichlinger See recreation area, offering both 9-hole and 18-hole options in a flat, meadow-based landscape.

G

Miniature golf Freinberg

Traditional 18-hole miniature golf course situated in the wooded surroundings of the Freinberg district.

H

Rodelhügel

A dedicated public hill used for sledding during winter months, located within the Freinberg recreational area.

I

Fitnessparcour - Freinberg

Outdoor exercise trail equipped with multiple stations designed for strength, balance, and endurance training.

J

Donaugarten - Garten für ALLE

An inclusive, barrier-free community garden project located along the banks of the Danube.

K

Biology Center Linz

Part of the Upper Austrian State Museums, this facility houses extensive natural history collections, a library, and research laboratories.

L

Askö Doppl-Hart 74

Multi-sport facility focusing on football and regional athletic competitions in the Doppl-Hart district.

M

ASKÖ Tenniszentrum Linz

Large-scale tennis complex featuring multiple indoor and outdoor courts for club and recreational play.

N

Sportvereinigung Urfahr 1912

Historic multi-sport club founded in 1912, primarily focused on football and based in the Urfahr district.

O

ASKÖ - Linz/Steg

Sports venue known for volleyball and various indoor athletic activities, serving the Linz-Steg area.

P

Sportverein Magistrat Linz

Athletic club offering facilities for various team sports, managed by the city administration.

Q

Pool Billard Club Askö Linz

Specialized billiards hall equipped with professional tables and featuring full wheelchair accessibility.

R

Sportzentrum F10

Multi-purpose sports center offering facilities for indoor football, squash, and fitness training.

S

SK St. Magdalena

Local football club facility and grounds situated in the northern St. Magdalena district.

T

Union Urfahr

Sports club featuring facilities for Faustball (fistball), gymnastics, and various team-based athletics.

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