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Freistadt, Medieval market town in Mühlviertel region, Upper Austria

The historic center of Freistadt includes 163 buildings surrounded by fortification walls with seven towers and two main entrance gates.

Founded in 1220, Freistadt developed along trade routes between the Danube and Bohemia, reaching its commercial height from the 14th to 16th centuries.

The Mühlviertler Schlossmuseum, located in a 14th-century castle keep, exhibits an extensive collection of decorated glass art and local artifacts.

The central Hauptplatz functions as the primary market square, hosting regular markets from May through October with local food and merchandise.

The town retains complete double defensive walls with watchtowers, dry moats transformed into gardens, and six preserved entrance passages.

Location: Freistadt District

Elevation above the sea: 560 m

Part of: Upper Austria

Shares border with: Rainbach im Mühlkreis, Grünbach, Lasberg, Kefermarkt, Neumarkt im Mühlkreis, Waldburg

Email: post@freistadt.at

Website: https://freistadt.at

GPS coordinates: 48.51167,14.50611

Latest update: May 27, 2025 07:10

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