Enns

Enns is a historic municipality in the Linz-Land District situated along the Enns River. The settlement spans multiple districts and is characterized by its prominent belfry tower.

The settlement received official town rights on April 22, 1212, making it one of Austria's earliest chartered towns. Records of this distinction are preserved in the local museum.

The central belfry, built between 1564 and 1568, serves as a bell tower, watchtower, and clock tower at once. This structure reflects local building traditions and still shapes the town's appearance today.

The town is well-connected to major transportation routes and easy to reach. Visitors will find the usual services and amenities typical of an Austrian municipality.

The area contains remains of Lauriacum, a Roman military camp, and an early Christian basilica from around 370. These archaeological sites reveal the long history of settlement here.

Location: Linz-Land District

Elevation above the sea: 281 m

Shares border with: Asten, Luftenberg an der Donau, Langenstein, Mauthausen, Sankt Pantaleon-Erla, Ennsdorf, St. Valentin, Kronstorf, Hargelsberg, Sankt Florian

Email: office@enns.ooe.gv.at

Website: https://enns.at

GPS coordinates: 48.21667,14.47500

Latest update: December 17, 2025 09:36