Steyr is a statutory city, located in the Austrian federal state of Upper Austria. It is the administrative capital, though not part of Steyr-Land District. Steyr is Austria’s 12th most populated town and the 3rd largest town in Upper Austria.

The city has a long history as a manufacturing center and has given its name to several manufacturers headquartered there, such as the former Steyr-Daimler-Puch conglomerate and its successor Steyr Motors.

Main sights

Steyr is Austria’s 12th largest town and the 3rd largest in Upper Austria – It has a stable population of around 38,100 and is listed as a statutory city. The area has been settled since Celtic times and became part of the Roman Empire around 15 BC. As with many towns in Austria, the influence of the Habsburgs and Babenberg’s is evident and Steyr has been conquered and ruled by both during its history.

The two rivers that run through Steyr are a dominating feature of its divisions, as are the various manufacturing industries that have sprung up here over the years. The wonderful old town and wealth of historic buildings, coupled with Upper Austria’s stunning scenery make Steyr a great town to visit.

Steyr Old Town

Starting at the bottom end of the Grunmarkt you can head up through the Stadtplatz and onto the Schloss Lamberg, stopping to admire the river Steyr and the waterfall that cascades down into the river Enns.

Christkindl Church

This wonderfully designed church spans back to the 1700’s and features an ornate front facade with two symmetrical towers both with dark domes and clock faces.

The style mimics that of the Pantheon in Rome but is mainly baroque with a large cupola and interior dome.

Inside the church are several frescos including a highly detailed fresco in the dome that depicts the ascension of Christ.

Bummerlhaus

The Bummerlhaus is one of the best preserved Gothic buildings in Austria and stands as a fine example of late gothic architecture.

The building dates back to the 13th century and is first mentioned in public records in 1450. The facade of the Bummerlhaus has a large slanted tiled roof with cantilevered arch windows and a rich amount of decoration.

Schloss Lamberg

This huge castle is the building that dominates the skyline of Steyr and takes pride of place at the confluence of the two rivers in the old town centre.

The castle dates back to the early middles ages and belonged to George Handfeste before transferring to the rule of the Habsburgs.

Throughout it’s history it has been involved in wars and seen much damage and restoration.

Today the castle features a baroque style and contains a beautiful English garden which you can walk through and several quaint courtyards.

 Schlosspark

This sublime park lies next to the Schloss Lamberg in the centre of Steyr and is mainly a small woodland with several walking trails passing through the delightful trees.

The park can be accessed from the Handel-Mazzetti Promenade and the surrounding area is just a peaceful and enjoyable to experience.

For a quiet walk through a lovely forested area, the Schlosspark will deliver.