Shore Excursion from Linz: Freistadt in the Mühlviertel
Medieval walls on the old salt road
Photo: Martin Windischhofer, CC0, Wikimedia Commons
- Duration
- 4.0 hours
- Group
- up to 25 people
- Languages
- German, English, French, Italian, Spanish
This private shore excursion takes you from the Danube port of Linz to Freistadt in the Mühlviertel, one of the best-preserved medieval towns in Austria. Walls, gates and towers tell of the trade between the Danube and Bohemia.
Freistadt lay on the important trade route from Linz to Bohemia, which carried salt north and iron, timber and goods south. The town held staple rights, so merchants had to offer their goods here, and the resulting wealth shows in its walls, towers and townhouses.
Your guide leads you through the Linz Gate and the Bohemian Gate, across the large main square and along the double ring of walls with its moat. You hear about merchants, brewers and sieges, and at the end you get tips on Freistadt beer, brewed here for centuries.
This private shore excursion is planned around your ship's schedule. Your guide keeps an eye on the clock so you are back on board relaxed and on time.
Highlights
- The Linz Gate and Bohemian Gate
- A double ring of walls with a moat
- A large main square with townhouses
- Trade on the old salt road
- Freistadt's brewing tradition
The route
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1Linz
Departure from the ship's dock.
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2Linz Gate
Entrance to the old town.
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3Main square
Townhouses and parish church.
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4Town moat
Walls and towers.
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5Bohemian Gate
The gate to the north.
Who this tour is for
Cruise passengers who want to see rural Upper Austria, fans of the Middle Ages and families.
Frequently asked questions
Are entrance fees included?
No. Entrance fees for museums are not included in the tour price and are paid on site. Your guide will let you know in advance which tickets you will need.
How is the price calculated?
This is a private tour, so you pay one price per group, not per person. The amount depends on the duration and group size, and you receive a quote with your request.
How far is Freistadt from the ship?
Freistadt is about 40 minutes north of Linz. The trip fits well into half a day, and we plan the return with a buffer.
