Landmark of Linz Pilgrimage church on Pöstlingberg (Wallfahrtsbasilika)

This pilgrimage church, dedicated to the Seven Sorrows of the Virgin Mary and  perched high above the roofs of the city, is the landmark of the Upper Austrian capital Linz. Just a few minutes' walk from the Pöstlingbergbahn stop, if offers a breathtaking view of Linz.

It was built in 1748 according to plans by Matthias Krinner. The church is  popular for weddings because of the unique location.

Opening hours

daily 8 am to 6 pm, May to October 7 am to 8 pm

Holy mass

Monday to Saturday 10 am Thursday 7 pm (not during holidays) Sunday and public holiday 9.05 am, 10.30 am and 4.30 pm


Katholisches Pfarramt Am Pöstlingberg 1, 4040 Linz Tel.: +43 732 731228 pfarre.poestlingberg@dioezese-linz.at www.dioezese-linz.at/linz-poestlingberg