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Sankt Florian

Saint Florian, Linz-Land: A travel destination full of cultural highlights and natural beauty.

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recommended route Difficulty difficult
Distance 28.7 km
Duration 9:00 h
Ascent 344 m
Descent 344 m

The Mariazell long-distance trail 6 (Upper Austria) leads from Linz to Mariazell. The second stage described here covers the area from St.

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from Johannes Leitner,   alpenvereinaktiv.com
Hiking Trail · Upper Austrian Prealps
Long-Distance Trail 9, Linz - Sierning
recommended route Difficulty difficult Stage 3
Distance 39.1 km
Duration 8:45 h
Ascent 379 m
Descent 265 m

The long-distance hiking trail 9 (Salzsteig) leads from Bad Leonfelden in Upper Austria to Arnoldstein in Carinthia on the border with Italy.

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from Johannes Leitner,   alpenvereinaktiv.com
recommended route Difficulty difficult
Distance 22.3 km
Duration 7:45 h
Ascent 460 m
Descent 440 m

The first stage of the Upper Austrian Mariazell long-distance trail 06 leads from Linz Pöstlingberg through the city of Linz over the district of ...

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from Johannes Leitner,   alpenvereinaktiv.com
Hiking Trail · Danube Upper Austria
Graz-Cologne_K013 St. Florian - Gramastetten
recommended route Difficulty difficult
Distance 30.5 km
Duration 8:44 h
Ascent 810 m
Descent 550 m

The trail leads on the Upper Austrian Mariazellerweg via Ebelsberg into the center of Linz and to the starting point of the Upper Austrian ...

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from Gerhard Pierer,   alpenvereinaktiv.com
Hiking Trail · Steyr and the National Park Region
Graz-Cologne_K012 Steyr - St. Florian
recommended route Difficulty difficult
Distance 30.2 km
Duration 7:53 h
Ascent 253 m
Descent 320 m

The path runs on the reverse route of the Upper Austrian Mariazellerweg. From Steyr it goes via Christkindl through the Traunkreis to St. Florian.

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from Gerhard Pierer,   alpenvereinaktiv.com
recommended route Difficulty moderate
Distance 67.1 km
Duration 6:00 h
Ascent 498 m
Descent 416 m

Parallel to the Benedict pilgrim loop path Traunviertel, there is also a bike route via the famous St. Florian monastery. We cycle on gently ...

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from Johannes Maier,   Benedikt be-WEG-t
Long Distance Hiking · Austria
Long-Distance Path 10 - Rupertiweg
recommended route Difficulty difficult Multi-day route
Distance 381.6 km
Duration 122:30 h
Ascent 14,177 m
Descent 13,697 m

The Rupertiweg 10 was opened in 1979 and runs through the federal states of Upper Austria, Salzburg, and Carinthia. It stretches from Bärenstein ...

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from Sebastian Beiglböck,   alpenvereinaktiv.com
recommended route Difficulty moderate Stage 8
Distance 20.5 km
Duration 6:00 h
Ascent 359 m
Descent 340 m

Donausteig - simply amazing! This stage takes us from Linz in the urban Linz Basin through the unique, rural cultural landscape of the rolling ...

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from WGD Donau Oberösterreich Tourismus GmbH,   WGD Donau Oberösterreich Tourismus GmbH
Bicycle Rides · Danube Upper Austria
R1.11 3-River-Route
recommended route Difficulty easy
Distance 47.2 km
Duration 3:15 h
Ascent 208 m
Descent 208 m

"On the way between river & cultural treasures"

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from Beate Kepplinger,   WGD Donau Oberösterreich Tourismus GmbH
Bicycle Rides · Danube Upper Austria
R1.10 Cult Route around Linz
recommended route Difficulty easy
Distance 74.8 km
Duration 5:10 h
Ascent 318 m
Descent 340 m

"Following the Fascination of the Linz Basin"

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from Beate Kepplinger,   WGD Donau Oberösterreich Tourismus GmbH
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Welcome to Saint Florian, a charming place in the Linz-Land district of Austria. This picturesque destination is located just a few kilometers south of Linz and is a popular spot for tourists from around the world.


Geographical location and special features

Saint Florian lies on the edge of the Kalkalpen National Park, known for its breathtaking landscape. The region is characterized by gentle hills, green meadows, and dense forests, inviting outdoor activities.


Touristically relevant sights

One of the main attractions of Saint Florian is the Saint Florian Monastery, an impressive Baroque abbey with a rich history. Here visitors can admire the magnificent architecture and take guided tours to learn more about the life of the monks.


Cultural highlights and events

Besides the monastery, Saint Florian also offers a variety of cultural events. The annual monastery festival attracts thousands of visitors and features live music, traditional foods, and handicrafts. There are also regular concerts in the monastery basilica, known for its excellent acoustics.


Culinary specialties

In Saint Florian, you can also fully enjoy Austrian cuisine. Be sure to try the famous Wiener Schnitzel or traditional dishes like Kaiserschmarrn and Apple Strudel. These delicacies are served in the cozy inns of the town.


Outdoor activities and best seasons

Saint Florian offers a variety of outdoor activities including hiking, cycling, and horseback riding. In spring, the meadows bloom and offer a beautiful panorama. Summer is ideal for exploring the surrounding nature reserves, while in autumn, the colorful leaves add a special charm.


What to do when it rains?

If it rains, there is still plenty to discover! Visit the Lauriacum Museum in Enns, which provides information about the Roman history of the region. Alternatively, you can head to nearby Linz to explore museums such as the Ars Electronica Center or the Lentos Art Museum.


The most beautiful place in Saint Florian

One of the most beautiful places in Saint Florian is undoubtedly the monastery itself. The magnificent architecture, the intricate frescoes, and the idyllic monastery garden make this place a true gem.

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