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Borislav2010
Varna, Bulgaria58 contributions
Amazing trip up to the hill
We caught the train from the Hauptplatz and went directly to the top of the hill in Pöstlingberg. A beautiful place to view Linz from above and to take pictures of the Danube and the surroundings. There is a magnificent church but the best place esp for the kids is the Grotterbahn.
Visited December 2019
Written January 4, 2020
iowacityia
1,787 contributions
Friday, May 6th round trip.
We rode uphill from the Hauptplatz, a roundtrip on bahn 50. We bought our tickets from the machine at the Hauptplatz. We rode up late morning. It was not super busy. It was a fun, and scenic trip. At the station at the top, we got off and walked around the area. So pretty. I am not sure when we made the trip back down, but we got to see a bunch of school kids get on the bahn, then get off at stops along the way. It was cute. We had a very nice time riding the bahn, and would certainly do it again.
Visited May 2022
Written June 2, 2022
Moviefan57
32 contributions
Enjoyable tram trip in Linz
We went on the Postlingbergbahn from the main square at Linz. Tickets were bought at the tourist information office, also in the Hauptplatz. Lovely views from the church and walls. There is a zoo about half way up.
Visited September 2022
Written September 26, 2022

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serban u

Bucharest, Romania28 contributions

OK if you do not have anything else to do

Jun 2022

the tram has AC so it was a nice experienced from temperature point of view.
The trip to the hill is ok but you do not see a thing because all the way up is going thru a "tunnel" of trees and vegetation.
In the top the view is ok but the city is far away and if the air is not clear you see it thru a fog.

Written July 11, 2022

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GoGo5858

Prague, Czech Republic476 contributions

A short nice trip weather permitted

Jul 2020 • Solo

A short trip uphill with a wonderful view of Linz depending on weather.

Confusing pricing (not clear if the ticket is to Hauptplatz or to Urfahr).To be bought and validated before the journey.
Long intervals even on weekends.

Written July 19, 2020

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unescotravelbug

Wooster, OH4,206 contributions

Take a historic ride up to Linz's iconic landmark

Oct 2016 • Solo

My main reason to take a ride on Pöstlingbergbahn from Hauptplatz to the top of the village Pöstlingberg was to experience one of the world's steepest narrow-gauge railways and the steepest grade of any railways in Austria. Of course, for the serious amateur photographers the ride up to picturesque Pöstlingberg will also guarantee you panorama views of the Danube River, Linz Old Town and beyond when weather is desirable. The departing point of Pöstlingbergbahn starts at the Hauptplatz, not far from the Tourist Information Office. The nostalgic design of two-colored tones tram runs from a separate platform next to City's public tram stops; tickets are sold from its own self-help ticket machines located on the platform. You can buy a combined day ticket for € 9.40 from the machine or the nearby Tourist Info.Office(includes a brochure for the rider). This combined day ticket will allow you one entire round trip on Pöstlingbergbahn ride (€6.20 if just buy this ticket ) and a 24 hours day ticket (€4.40 if just buy this day ticket) for unlimited rides on the City's entire trams and buses system. If you have a day to visit both Postlingberg and Linz Old Town, where you will see most of attractions, this combined ticket is a bargain. This historical bahn features low floor for easy access; chugs its way slowly on the narrow gauge track up and down Pöstlingberg ; It runs every 30 minutes weekdays and every 15 minutes between 10.00 a.m. and 17.00 a.m. on Saturdays, Sundays and holidays. At the terminal on the top you will find a small twin towered pilgrim church Pöstlingbergkirche perched on the hilltop overlooking the City below and the surrounding areas. Not far from there is a visitor's terrace for viewing of the Danube River and Linz old town including Hauptplatz; old and modernized structures; several steeple churches. On the clear day you can see tower of Mariendom Cathedral and a few significant landmarks. The best time to enjoy the panorama views are around earlier morning or late evening. Other times the sun is not at good position for your clear shoots if you are serious of taking some quality photos.

Written January 11, 2017

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Ekaterina B

Prague, Czech Republic111 contributions

Going to the top

Nov 2019 • Solo

I’m case you want to go to Pöstlingberg this is the way you should go up. The hill is too steep for walking. Price is 6.40 eur both ways. 3.90 eur one way. I took it up and down enjoyed a walk with Linz views. Take the funicular from first stop Hauptplatz. Otherwise, it might be too full to enter in other stops.

Written November 23, 2019

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sccanuck7

Hendersonville, NC298 contributions

Pretty quiet at the top this time of year

Nov 2018

Used by a mixture of locals and tourists. 6.50 euros return. Departs from center of Linz every 30 minutes for a 20 minute ride. Tickets available in the tourist info office and then validate at the ticket machine. View is expansive even on a cloudy day but shops at the top were closed except for one coffee shop. Can see how much better it would be on a sunny day.

Written November 9, 2018

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TAIN2013

Riyadh, Saudi Arabia2,877 contributions

Great Views

Jun 2018 • Solo

The tram is said to be the one of the steepest adhesion railway in the world and takes you from the main square to the hilltop district of Postlingberg. The ride is relaxing and the views are great both along the way and from the top of the hill.

At the top of the hill, you can visit the church, enjoy the great views and take a relaxing walk along the many paths and hiking trails. Kids will love the Grottenbahn.

Plan for at least half a day to enjoy the many attractions at the top of the hill.

Written May 17, 2019

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Jay_and_Kay6

Glasgow, UK118 contributions

Good for a day trip

Jul 2017 • Couples

We spent an afternoon in Postlingberg using the tram in both directions. From Hauptplatz, the two-carriage tram crosses the RiverDanube and climbs to the summit at 519 metres. It is a very pleasant route which passes through a university campus. The views from the summit over the city of Linz and the Danube are quite spectacular.
We bought three-day travel cards which included one return journey on this route.
It was well worth the visit.

Written August 4, 2017

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VanessaRoad

North Wales, UK4,960 contributions

Fab views, lovely cafe

Jun 2017 • Friends

We had read about this tram and it was the first thing we did on arriving in Linz. You can buy your tickets in the tourist info on the Hauptplatz, green info sign outside. You need to validate these tickets on the platform. Or buy on the station platform from a machine. The tram terminates in the Hauptplatz at the Danube side so wait on that platform. They leave every half and in the hour at both ends of the track. When you get to the top if you want to go to the Basilica first or get away from hoards if people! take the steps up to the right. We looked in the church and then went down to the cafe and had coffee and cakes and looked at the amazing view. It was about 6 Euros return for seniors.

Written June 29, 2017

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Urszula C

Washington DC, DC248 contributions

Fun tram ride through picturesque scenery

May 2017 • Business

It's a short, maybe 15 minute tram ride from the main square of Linz to the top of the hill overlooking the city and the church that is perched there. I enjoyed every minute of the tram's winding route through the city and up the hill. It offers beautiful views of the countryside and makes you feel like you are really in a rural area although you are still technically in one of Austria's largest cities.
Technical tips: You can buy a round-trip ticket at the tourist info point on the square (if you do this, you need to validate the ticket before you board the tram) or you can buy a ticket (no need for validation) directly from the machine on the platform.
Make sure you are standing at the right platform, it will have the tram number on it (I was standing on one for normal city trams before I realised!)

Written June 12, 2017

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Mary Jo N

Benton, AR1,169 contributions

Panoramic views

Apr 2016 • Couples

From the main square of Linz for just a few euros you can catch the #50 tram that takes you across the Danube and up the hill overlooking the city. As you pass through the Linz suburbs you see both historic and ultra modern dwellings, along with a university. When you reach the end of the line you are rewarded with an expansive view of Linz and the Danube. The small church at the top of the hill is worth a quick visit to see its elaborate decor. There is a viewing area and a couple eateries along the path, one of which is in an old "schloss" or castle. There is also a children's amusement park, so you may see numerous families on the tram ride with you. You can walk along wooded paths and enjoy the scenery before you head back down the hill. The trams returning to town run about every 30 minutes. Visiting Postlingberg is a delightful way to spend an hour or all afternoon.

Written June 24, 2016

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