Lamberg Castle

Lamberg Castle stands on a prominent rocky spur overlooking the confluence of the Enns and Steyr rivers, serving as the architectural centerpiece of the town of Steyr. The castle's history stretches back to the 10th century, when the "Styraburg" was established as a vital stronghold against Hungarian incursions. However, its current appearance is primarily a result of extensive Baroque reconstruction following a catastrophic city fire in 1727. Under the ownership of the Counts of Lamberg, the former fortress was transformed into a magnificent residence, noted today for its elegant facade and ornate state rooms. A standout feature is the expansive English landscape park, which is considered one of Austria's most significant garden monuments. Today, the castle houses the Steyr Municipal Museum and serves as a prestigious venue for cultural events and weddings. Lamberg Castle perfectly illustrates the transition from a medieval defensive bastion to a symbol of Baroque opulence and regional cultural heritage, remaining a focal point of life in Upper Austria.

Nearby cities

Linz

Linz is the third-largest city in Austria, known for its industrial history, modern media arts, and the famous Linzer Torte.

Steyr

Steyr is situated at the confluence of the Enns and Steyr rivers.

Traun

Traun is located immediately southwest of Linz on the Traun river.

Wels

Wels is the second largest city in Upper Austria and a major trade fair location.

Gmunden

Gmunden on Lake Traunsee is one of the most elegant towns in the Salzkammergut and a textbook case of Austrian lake SEO.

Enns

Enns is considered the oldest city in Austria, impressing visitors with its striking city tower, the Roman history of Lauriacum, and a pi…

Attnang-Puchheim

An Upper Austrian city considered one of the country's most important railway junctions, possessing a turbulent modern history.

Marchtrenk

Marchtrenk is a dynamic city in the central region of Upper Austria, offering a blend of modern industry and a high quality of life close…

Vorchdorf

A lively market town in the Almtal, famous for Eggenberg Castle and its traditional brewing culture, as well as being a gateway to the Sa…

Freistadt

Freistadt is located in the Mühlviertel region of Upper Austria, near the Czech border.

Liezen

Liezen is a district capital in Upper Styria in the Enns valley.

Perg

Perg, the city of millstones, is a historic trading center in the Machland region with a significant tradition in stoneworking.

Leonding

Leonding is a town near Linz in Upper Austria.

Sierning

A historic market town in the Upper Austrian Alpine foothills, delighting with its magnificent castle and proximity to the industrial cit…

Schladming

Historic mountain town in Styria, famous as the center of the 4-Mountain Ski Area at the foot of Planai.

History & landmarks

Greinburg Castle

This castle above the Danube in Upper Austria was built in the 15th century.

Nature

Kalkalpen National Park

Austria's largest forest protection area, known for its old beech forests (UNESCO World Heritage) and untouched mountain landscape.

Cumberland Wildlife Park

This wildlife park in Grünau im Almtal is known for its naturalistic animal keeping.

More places

voestalpine Steel World

An experience and exhibition center in Linz that presents the world of steel production of the international technology group voestalpine.

Kalkalpen National Park

The Kalkalpen National Park in Upper Austria protects the largest contiguous forest area in Austria.

OeBB Infrastructure Linz

The railway infrastructure facilities in Linz are essential for rail transport and industrial supply in Upper Austria.

Linz Botanical Garden

The botanical garden on the Gugl in Linz houses over 10,000 plant species.

Wels City Tower

The city tower is a landmark of the Upper Austrian city of Wels.

Almkogel

The Almkogel is a well-known mountain in the Upper Austrian foothills.

Amstetten Industrial Area

Amstetten hosts a wide range of industrial and commercial enterprises, particularly in the fields of mechanical engineering and metal pro…