Linz

Linz is the state capital of Upper Austria on the Danube and is known for media art and industrial heritage. The queer scene is modest in size and closely linked to HOSI Linz.

The scene

HOSI Linz runs its own queer bar, Forty Nine, which also serves as a meeting point for groups and events. There is also the bar Blue Heaven. Bigger parties mostly take place as one-off events.

When to go

  • June: Pride Month with the Linzpride parade
  • Summer: events on the banks of the Danube and in the Donaupark

Tours & activities in Linz

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Practical tips

  • You can find dates for parties and group evenings at HOSI Linz
  • The city centre is compact, and trams connect both sides of the Danube
  • Check the bars’ opening hours in advance – some are closed during the week

Editorially researched, as of October 2026. Please check event dates with the organisers each year.

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Places in Linz

Nightlife

BarBlue HeavenGay bar · Linz city centreA long-standing cellar bar in the middle of Linz: Blue Heaven is one of the city's few dedicated gay and lesbian meeting…Bar · Community CenterForty Nine – Queer Bar der HOSI LinzQueer bar · Linz city centreForty Nine is the association bar of HOSI Linz: set up by volunteers in a former bar on Schillerstraße in 2018, today…

Stay

HotelAustria Classic Hotel WolfingerLinz old town, HauptplatzTraditional hotel in a historic building on Linz's Hauptplatz. According to GayOut, most queer-friendly bars are in the old town, and you…HotelDORMERO DeHo LinzLinz Neustadt, east of the city centreMid-range hotel east of the city centre, formerly known as AMEDIA Hotel and now part of the DORMERO group. Handy for business…Hotelharry’s home Linz-UrfahrLinz UrfahrA casual hotel and apartment concept in the Urfahr district, with an eco-label and free parking. GayOut lists it as gay-friendly, and…HotelHotel Am DomplatzLinz city centre, New CathedralModern design hotel right next to the New Cathedral, with a wine bar on the ground floor and a small spa. Landstraße,…

FAQ: Linz

Which gay bars and clubs are there in Linz?

The Atlas currently lists 2 bars and clubs in Linz, including Blue Heaven and Forty Nine – Queer Bar der HOSI Linz. Each listing has the address, opening hours and our take on the place.

Is there a gay sauna in Linz?

There is currently no gay sauna listed for Linz in the Atlas. Know one? Let us know via the contact form.

Which gay-friendly hotels are there in Linz?

Recommended options include harry’s home Linz-Urfahr, Hotel Am Domplatz, Austria Classic Hotel Wolfinger and DORMERO DeHo Linz.