Old Cathedral, Linz Church
Baroque former cathedral in Linz city centre
Linz's Old Cathedral (Alter Dom) sits close to the Hauptplatz with a Baroque interior and historic organs; visitors tour its nave, attend concerts and walk into the old town.
Old Cathedral, Linz at a Glance#
Address: Old Cathedral (Alter Dom), Linz, Upper Austria, Austria
How to Get to Old Cathedral, Linz#
Located in central Linz, within walking distance of the Hauptplatz and riverfront. Linz Hauptbahnhof (main train station) is a 15-20 minute walk or a short tram ride away.
Tips for Visiting Old Cathedral, Linz#
- Attend a midday organ recital if available - the cathedral's acoustics are excellent and small concerts are sometimes scheduled.
- Look up at the ceiling frescoes and note the Baroque ornamentation that contrasts with the church's Romanesque foundations.
Best Time to Visit Old Cathedral, Linz#
Good to visit in late spring through early autumn when Linz is active with festivals and cultural events.
Weather & Climate near Old Cathedral, Linz#
Old Cathedral, Linz's climate is classified as Oceanic - Oceanic climate with mild summers (peaking in July) and freezing winters (coldest in January). Temperatures range from -4°C to 24°C. Moderate rainfall (773 mm/year).
January
January is the coldest month with highs of 2°C and lows of -4°C. Moderate rainfall (47 mm) and mostly overcast skies.
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February
February is cold with highs of 4°C and lows of -3°C. Moderate rainfall (47 mm) and mostly overcast skies.
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March
March is cold with highs of 9°C and lows of 0°C. Moderate rainfall (52 mm) and mostly overcast skies.
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April
April is cold with highs of 14°C and lows of 4°C. Moderate rainfall (53 mm) and partly cloudy skies.
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May
May is cool with highs of 20°C and lows of 9°C. Moderate rainfall (69 mm) and mostly overcast skies.
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June
June is cool with highs of 22°C and lows of 12°C. Regular rainfall (93 mm) and mostly overcast skies.
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July
July is the warmest month with highs of 24°C and lows of 13°C. The wettest month with heavy rain (106 mm) and partly cloudy skies.
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August
August is mild with highs of 24°C and lows of 13°C. Regular rainfall (86 mm) and partly cloudy skies.
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September
September is cool with highs of 20°C and lows of 10°C. Moderate rainfall (57 mm) and partly cloudy skies.
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October
October is cold with highs of 14°C and lows of 5°C. Moderate rainfall (49 mm) and mostly overcast skies.
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November
November is cold with highs of 6°C and lows of 1°C. Moderate rainfall (56 mm) and mostly overcast skies.
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December
December is cold with highs of 3°C and lows of -2°C. Moderate rainfall (58 mm) and mostly overcast skies.
