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Linz Scavenger Hunt: Inner-City Linz Quest: Art, History & River Views

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Get ready for a Linz scavenger hunt adventure through the vibrant city center! Explore Stahlstadt’s downtown, solve riddles, complete teamwork missions, and race through iconic spots like Hauptplatz and the Danube riverfront. It is flexible, interactive, and packed with sightseeing challenges!

This scavenger hunt will help you explore Linz. This top rated Linz Scavenger Hunt scavenger hunt is 2.34 miles and has 6 stops.

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Inner-City Linz Quest: Art, History & River Views
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Activity Info: Inner-City Linz Quest: Art, History & River Views

Linz, known as the City of the Danube and Steel Metropolis, is a hub of art, science, and sweet surprises like Linzer Torte. It's downtown buzzes with culture and innovation. Start your walking tour at Hauptplatz before heading to panoramic riverbanks and lively plazas. You will tackle riddles at Ars Electronica Center, snap photos by Lentos Art Museum, and uncover missions at Donaulände. Locals rediscover hidden gems, while visitors get an immersive taste of Upper Austria’s Heart. The hunt is perfect for anyone eager to experience Linz’s spirit!

You can do our interactive scavenger hunt at any time.

Featured Locations On This Scavenger Hunt

Schlossmuseum Linz (Linz Castle Museum)

Perched above the old town, the Schlossmuseum gives you sweeping views of Linz and the Danube. Access to the castle park and viewpoint is free; entry to the museum inside has a ticket fee.

Lentos Art Museum (Exterior + Danube-bank view)

Located along the Danube’s south bank, Lentos Art Museum’s striking glass façade and riverside promenade are free to enjoy from outside — full museum entry is ticketed.

Mariendom (New Cathedral)

Just a few minutes from the square, Mariendom is Austria’s largest church building, rising with twin spires and neo-Gothic grandeur. Entry is free for general access, though tower climbs or guided tours may include a fee.

Hauptplatz (Main Square)

Hauptplatz is Linz’s grand central square — one of Austria’s largest enclosed urban spaces. Flanked by Baroque facades and the striking Holy Trinity Column, it has been a focal point of city life for centuries. Free to roam and perfect as a kickoff stop.

Ars Electronica Center (Outdoor Plaza & Riverfront)

Across the river from the old town, the Ars Electronica Center is a futuristic landmark. While full exhibit entry is ticketed, the exterior plaza, riverfront view and light show are free to access.

Donaulände & Wehrgrabungsfront (Riverbank Promenade)

Finish your walk along the Linz riverside at Donaulände, a scenic promenade beside the Danube with open space, views, and benches — entirely free and perfect to unwind.

How the Linz Scavenger Hunt works

Just grab your phone and gather your crew in downtown Linz! Open our app to start the hunt—solve riddles, complete photo challenges, and explore top city center spots. Earn points, climb the leaderboard, and discover Linz in a whole new way!

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Map of scavenger hunt walking tour for Inner-City Linz Quest: Art, History & River Views

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Activity Type: Anytime Scavenger Hunt

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Travel Method: Walking

Walking Distance: 3.76 KM (2.34 Mi)

Time:1.5 - 2 Hours

Skill Level:Friend & Family Fun

Extra Admissions: None


Custom Events For Inner-City Linz Quest: Art, History & River Views

The Linz scavaHunt is your go-to for birthdays, bachelorette parties, date nights or weekend fun in the city center! Customizable challenges make every outing unique—set your pace, choose team roles, and compete for bragging rights. Whether it is team bonding or just laughs with friends, this scavenger hunt adventure brings everyone together for memorable missions and creative teamwork in Stahlstadt!

Earn The Linz Scavenger Hunt High Score

Ready for some friendly competition? On the Linz Scavenger Hunt, every player gets interactive challenges—snap photos at Hauptplatz, answer trivia by the Danube riverbank, and solve riddles at Ars Electronica Center. Team up to top the leaderboard and earn ultimate Linz bragging rights!

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Team: Max Power

Score: 2476
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For the Lolz

Team: For the Lolz

Score: 2373
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1st not Last

Team: 1st not Last

Score: 2123

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Reviews for Linz Scavenger Hunt: Inner-City Linz Quest: Art, History & River Views

5 star reviews

If you want an outdoor activity in the Steel City this Scavenger Hunt is perfect We discovered plaques at Schlossmuseum and took in art along the Wehrgrabungsfront promenade

Rosalie Shields

5 star reviews

There are so many things to do in the Linz city center but the ScavengerHuntcom app made exploring hidden gems and history around Hauptplatz and Ars Electronica Center so easy

Franklin Draper

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Loved how the Linz Scavenger Hunt made the whole Downtown area come alive The walking tour took us to the castle museum and along the Donaulande riverwalk

Viola Whitman

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My partner and I had the best date in the City of Steel with the Linz Scavenger Hunt Exploring Mariendom and cracking puzzles at the Lentos Art Museum made it so memorable

Emmett Kerr

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I took my family on the Linz Scavenger Hunt through the Old City and it was amazing We solved riddles at Hauptplatz and admired the Lentos Art view along the Danube

Clara Benson

5 star reviews

If you are searching for things to do in Steel City, this scavenger hunt from ScavengerHunt.com is a must. The app made seeing downtown landmarks fun and interactive for tourists.

Lorraine Jensen

5 star reviews

Exploring Old Town on the Linz Scavenger Hunt was fantastic. The walking tour led us to hidden gems, historic buildings, and even quirky trivia outside the Mariendom. Highly recommend.

Damon Whitaker

5 star reviews

The Linz Scavenger Hunt was the best outdoor activity for our group. Following clues through LODO meant discovering cool spots like the Schlossmuseum and the Wehrgrabungsfront.

Sylvia Marston

5 star reviews

Date night in Linz just got a major upgrade thanks to the scavenger hunt in the city center. We explored the Lentos Art Museum and enjoyed challenges by the Danube. Such a blast.

Harvey Bennett

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I brought my family to the Linz Scavenger Hunt and we had an awesome time solving puzzles together at Hauptplatz and along the Riverfront. Downtown never looked so fun.

Evelyn Callahan

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Loved using ScavengerHunt.com to guide us through Linz Scavenger Hunt The app made discovering points of interest like Hauptplatz and Lentos so easy and fun

Ellis Carver

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Linz city center is packed with hidden gems The walking tour let us explore Schlossmuseum and the riverside, making this one of the best things to do in Cool Linz

Mira Paxton

5 star reviews

This was such a great outdoor activity in Downtown Linz The missions by Ars Electronica and along Donaulande made it feel like a real treasure hunt through the city

Dane Whittle

5 star reviews

Date night around the Donau Loop was a blast with Linz Scavenger Hunt From quirky trivia at Mariendom to puzzles near Lentos, we laughed nonstop and took awesome photos

Clarke Rowell

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Exploring Heart of Linz on the Linz Scavenger Hunt was so much fun Our family loved every clue at Hauptplatz and the riverbank. Perfect family adventure

Macey Graham

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The Linz Scavenger Hunt is a top thing to do in the City of Bridges. The missions led us to historic sites like Schlossmuseum and colorful art spots. The teamwork made it special.

Celeste Rowley

5 star reviews

Downtown Linz sparkled on this walking tour. The hunt took us to quirky corners near Ars Electronica Center and beautiful views of the Danube. A must for history and art lovers.

Jasper Hollis

5 star reviews

I wanted a great outdoor activity in the Steel City and the Linz Scavenger Hunt did not disappoint. We strolled around Mariendom and the castle while tackling creative challenges.

Theresa Carmichael

5 star reviews

I had an amazing date night doing the Linz Scavenger Hunt. Solving clues by the Lentos murals and along the Donau was a unique Downtown memory. Highly recommended for couples.

Reed Marlow

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Exploring Linz on the ScavengerHunt.com app was pure joy. Our family loved discovering Hauptplatz and the riverbank. A fun Downtown adventure for all ages.

Madeline Bishop

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