--- title: Braunau am Inn url: "https://www.upperaustria.com/en/oesterreich-stadt-ort/detail/430000883/braunau-am-inn.html" description: Experience Braunau/Inn date: 2017-02-22 modified: 2026-03-18 --- # Braunau am Inn Braunau am Inn ================ Braunau am Inn, Oberösterreich, Österreich ![](https://assets.tourdata.at/260x195/297728/A5A9B7B46814008D09A17BFE0EE13CE0B7AA5BE0572B8B56A8AFD7F6BB150F52/stadtplatz.jpg) ![](https://assets.tourdata.at/260x195/297729/8AE369429CCD5EA0FA9D3E244D760D5A36E210756E78563E19BFD3F51D913954/palmpark.jpg) ![](https://assets.tourdata.at/260x195/297731/C7651730001F262724E5AB5633B1D8CFE9E212C4E57FD0C6DC627355E1CAAE51/stadtplatz-fischbrunnen.jpg) View copyright © airpix.at Close copyright [ ![A picturesque old town with narrow streets, houses in different colours and a striking church tower in the middle. The buildings are covered in snow, creating a wintery atmosphere. Overall, the picture conveys an idyllic, historical character.](https://assets.tourdata.at/x550/297728/A5A9B7B46814008D09A17BFE0EE13CE0B7AA5BE0572B8B56A8AFD7F6BB150F52/stadtplatz.jpg "© airpix.at") ](https://assets.tourdata.at/1920x/297728/A5A9B7B46814008D09A17BFE0EE13CE0B7AA5BE0572B8B56A8AFD7F6BB150F52/stadtplatz.jpg) View copyright © MP Close copyright [ ![In a snow-covered city park, there is a statue surrounded by tall, snow-covered trees. The statue depicts a human figure that appears to be a work of art or a monument. The ground around the statue is covered in a thick blanket of snow, creating a wintery atmosphere.](https://assets.tourdata.at/x550/297729/8AE369429CCD5EA0FA9D3E244D760D5A36E210756E78563E19BFD3F51D913954/palmpark.jpg "© MP") ](https://assets.tourdata.at/1920x/297729/8AE369429CCD5EA0FA9D3E244D760D5A36E210756E78563E19BFD3F51D913954/palmpark.jpg) View copyright © MP Close copyright [ ![A tall, illuminated tower with a golden figure at the top, surrounded by historic buildings. At the foot of the tower are walls and fences that frame the square. The architecture and lighting suggest a traditional European city setting.](https://assets.tourdata.at/x550/297731/C7651730001F262724E5AB5633B1D8CFE9E212C4E57FD0C6DC627355E1CAAE51/stadtplatz-fischbrunnen.jpg "© MP") ](https://assets.tourdata.at/1920x/297731/C7651730001F262724E5AB5633B1D8CFE9E212C4E57FD0C6DC627355E1CAAE51/stadtplatz-fischbrunnen.jpg) View copyright © Entdeckerviertel Close copyright [ ![Christmas Market in Palmpark by HCH Photopress (59) Braunau, FOOTBALL, Advent, Christmas Market, EVENT, Christmas Market, Market, EVENTS, Austria, Winter, Palmpark, UPPER AUSTRIA, Christmas, Advent Market, SPORT, EUROPE Advent in the Discovery Quarter](https://assets.tourdata.at/x550/297734/3B8A3407FABC1C7BDF7F4C497B5F4128868C7AC985D138C63DE4CB5B5F3711CA/christkindlmarktimpalmparkbraunau-c-hch-photopress-3-jpg.jpg "© Entdeckerviertel") ](https://assets.tourdata.at/1920x/297734/3B8A3407FABC1C7BDF7F4C497B5F4128868C7AC985D138C63DE4CB5B5F3711CA/christkindlmarktimpalmparkbraunau-c-hch-photopress-3-jpg.jpg) View copyright © Entdeckerviertel Close copyright [ ![Be enchanted by the magical atmosphere at the "Christmas market in Palmpark". The Christmas market in Braunau am Inn inspires with its ambience and a wonderful view of the parish church of St. Stephan and the Bürgerspitalkirche. Cities - Culture - Customs, Advent, Advent market, Bench, Coat, Nature, Outdoors, Person, Shelter, Shoe, Tree, Urban, Walking Advent in the discovery quarter](https://assets.tourdata.at/x550/297733/97FD4D7857713474A67057603400F0FDBFF195AC5C6E7A4F2FFB60A848AC6757/christkindlmarktpalmparkbraunau-c-entdeckerviertelbrothers-jpg.jpg "© Entdeckerviertel") ](https://assets.tourdata.at/1920x/297733/97FD4D7857713474A67057603400F0FDBFF195AC5C6E7A4F2FFB60A848AC6757/christkindlmarktpalmparkbraunau-c-entdeckerviertelbrothers-jpg.jpg) View copyright © Entdeckerviertel/JosefGaggl Close copyright [ ![Christmas tree in front of Braunau town hall with fairy lights](https://assets.tourdata.at/x550/297732/3CDD9DF9BE51D7F8E2CEC48E370FD3C94E4E23347CBE9DC58C9223CF43B9B1F4/adventrathausbraunauentdeckervierteljosefgaggl-jpg.jpg "© Entdeckerviertel/JosefGaggl") ](https://assets.tourdata.at/1920x/297732/3CDD9DF9BE51D7F8E2CEC48E370FD3C94E4E23347CBE9DC58C9223CF43B9B1F4/adventrathausbraunauentdeckervierteljosefgaggl-jpg.jpg) View copyright © Entdeckerviertel/MP Close copyright [ ![guided tour, group, ORF, summer radio, Urferer, Vorderbad Vorderbad in Braunau](https://assets.tourdata.at/x550/297736/68093BDF51D8FB926610112E3C09055C4C1423BBD0974020C55A3FDECFD981C9/vorderbadinnenbraunau-c-entdeckerviertelmp-10-jpg.jpg "© Entdeckerviertel/MP") ](https://assets.tourdata.at/1920x/297736/68093BDF51D8FB926610112E3C09055C4C1423BBD0974020C55A3FDECFD981C9/vorderbadinnenbraunau-c-entdeckerviertelmp-10-jpg.jpg) View copyright © Susanne Urferer Close copyright [ ![Night watchman tour in Braunau with Susanne Urferer](https://assets.tourdata.at/x550/297735/54F650169C0940B1781064424E9E3138908BB4EEF4E6AB3A2495A421536DEA44/nachtwaechterrundgangbraunau-c-innkreistourssusanneurferer-jpg.jpg "© Susanne Urferer") ](https://assets.tourdata.at/1920x/297735/54F650169C0940B1781064424E9E3138908BB4EEF4E6AB3A2495A421536DEA44/nachtwaechterrundgangbraunau-c-innkreistourssusanneurferer-jpg.jpg) View copyright © Entdeckerviertel /Brothers Close copyright [ ![A picturesque town view with a river, a bridge and a multitude of historic buildings. The town stretches across the valley with a church tower as the dominant landmark. Green trees and a cloudy sky complete the idyllic scene.](https://assets.tourdata.at/x550/297723/045C3C3CED725949CA6CAD32C7C949173E87207F221F0D2FC593DEEE0640E4D6/entdeckerviertel-braunau-drohne-12-von-12.jpg "© Entdeckerviertel /Brothers") ](https://assets.tourdata.at/1920x/297723/045C3C3CED725949CA6CAD32C7C949173E87207F221F0D2FC593DEEE0640E4D6/entdeckerviertel-braunau-drohne-12-von-12.jpg) View copyright © ARGE Innradweg/Josef Reiter Close copyright [ ![A group of people on bicycles in a picturesque setting with old buildings, green plants and shade on the walls. They are carrying cycling equipment and appear to be taking a relaxed bike ride through the neighbourhood.](https://assets.tourdata.at/x550/297724/66DC683949375F97217CEC6E81DC02D19136268487903276EC9245EBE81B3430/radgenussaltstadtbraunauarge-innradwegjosef-reiter.jpg "© ARGE Innradweg/Josef Reiter") ](https://assets.tourdata.at/1920x/297724/66DC683949375F97217CEC6E81DC02D19136268487903276EC9245EBE81B3430/radgenussaltstadtbraunauarge-innradwegjosef-reiter.jpg) View copyright © foto club Close copyright [ ![A charming, multi-storey building with traditional architecture, surrounded by lush vegetation and a wooded hillside in the background. The path leads past the front of the building and suggests a tourist site.](https://assets.tourdata.at/x550/297725/1A58405F1207137D915EF2EEA9AA68213B9334FF01CAEABA8D074E24990FF4E2/braunau-am-inn-stadtmauer-jpg.jpg "© foto club") ](https://assets.tourdata.at/1920x/297725/1A58405F1207137D915EF2EEA9AA68213B9334FF01CAEABA8D074E24990FF4E2/braunau-am-inn-stadtmauer-jpg.jpg) View copyright © photo ernesto Close copyright [ ![A historic cityscape with colourful buildings in different architectural styles. In the centre you can see a large square with park benches and trees. Some cars are parked in the square. The townscape has a picturesque, quaint character.](https://assets.tourdata.at/x550/297726/CCDBD3B010FFAAD00882E234A7B6E7650F68F3DF2A66E28947706A789A277DEC/stadtplatz-mit-rathaus-jpg.jpg "© photo ernesto") ](https://assets.tourdata.at/1920x/297726/CCDBD3B010FFAAD00882E234A7B6E7650F68F3DF2A66E28947706A789A277DEC/stadtplatz-mit-rathaus-jpg.jpg) View copyright © photo ernesto Close copyright [ ![A historic townscape with several church towers and traditional buildings. Flowering trees and shrubs line the streets that lead to an inviting square with yellow benches. The architecture and surroundings convey a picturesque, historic character.](https://assets.tourdata.at/x550/297727/DA20B640095681D38E886B0AE4A455D3971BADF365B3CDF3201CE7C1EB1EA418/malerwinkel-im-fruehling-jpg.jpg "© photo ernesto") ](https://assets.tourdata.at/1920x/297727/DA20B640095681D38E886B0AE4A455D3971BADF365B3CDF3201CE7C1EB1EA418/malerwinkel-im-fruehling-jpg.jpg) 1. 2. 3. 4. 5. 6. 7. 8. 9. 10. 11. 12. 13. Theatergasse 3 5280 Braunau am Inn [ open in Google Maps ](https://www.google.com/maps/search/?api=1&query=Theatergasse%203%2C%205280%20Braunau%20am%20Inn "Link will open in a new window") [ Open in Apple Maps ](https://maps.apple.com/place?address=Theatergasse%203%2C%205280%20Braunau%20am%20Inn "Link will open in a new window") ![](https://static.ecmaps.de/staticmap.jpg?experience=webarchitektur-meta&lat=48.259831405032422&lon=13.034530162767632&width=991&height=450&project=ttg-basemap&zoom=2000&server=meta.tourdata.at) Welcome to the 750-year-old trading town rich in history, which is member of [Small Historic Towns in Austria!](https://www.khs.info/en/) 2010: 750th anniversary of the city of Braunau am Inn 2012: Upper Austrian Expo "Wittelsbacher and Habsburger" at Braunau am Inn Not only the central location between Linz and Munich or Salzburg and Passau makes Braunau am Inn an attractive holiday destination during any season. The lively city - located at the Bavarian border – is well-known for its historically worthwhile old town, the cultural diversity and the incomparable treat. The 750-year-old trading and culture town impresses with one of the biggest closed squares of all the cities along the rivers Salzach and Inn. Narrow, high houses and affectionately renovated facades give the city center its incomparable appearance. The city’s landmark is the parish church St. Stephan with one of the highest towers of Austria. There is much to see and experience in this fascinating city of culture. Braunau offers you a wide range of activities. What about a spontaneous city break or a bicycle tour? Furthermore Braunau represents a perfect vantage point for varied trips in the region. During strolling through the city you will experience the relaxed attitude of life and its charming hospitality. Don’t forget to taste the local delicacies! The city offers also many sport and leisure activities. Last but not least several first-class shopping centers are waiting for a visit. [ Facts ](#ttgCollapseDatenFakten) ------------------------------------ - 17.438Inhabitants - 25 km²Area - 352 m ASLElevation - 48.26, 13.03GPS coordinates [ What’s on in Braunau am Inn ](#ttgCollapseDetailinformationen) ------------------------------------------------------------------ [Accommodations](https://www.upperaustria.com/en/oesterreich-stadt-ort-unterkuenfte/detail/430000883/braunau-am-inn/unterkuenfte.html) [Event centres](https://www.upperaustria.com/en/oesterreich-stadt-ort-locations/detail/430000883/braunau-am-inn/veranstaltungszentren.html) [Gastronomy](https://www.upperaustria.com/en/oesterreich-stadt-ort-gastronomie/detail/430000883/braunau-am-inn.html) [Tours](https://www.upperaustria.com/en/oesterreich-stadt-ort-touren/detail/430000883/braunau-am-inn.html) [Events](https://www.upperaustria.com/en/oesterreich-stadt-ort-veranstaltungen/detail/430000883/braunau-am-inn.html) [Packages](https://www.upperaustria.com/en/oesterreich-stadt-ort-angebote/detail/430000883/braunau-am-inn.html) [ Shopping ](https://www.upperaustria.com/en/oesterreich-stadt-ort-pois/detail/430000883/braunau-am-inn/einkaufen.html) [ Leisure facilities ](https://www.upperaustria.com/en/oesterreich-stadt-ort-pois/detail/430000883/braunau-am-inn/freizeiteinrichtungen.html) [ Service and attendance ](https://www.upperaustria.com/en/oesterreich-stadt-ort-pois/detail/430000883/braunau-am-inn/infrastruktur.html) [ Interactive ](https://www.upperaustria.com/en/oesterreich-stadt-ort-pois/detail/430000883/braunau-am-inn/interaktiv.html) [ Cultural facilities ](https://www.upperaustria.com/en/oesterreich-stadt-ort-pois/detail/430000883/braunau-am-inn/kultureinrichtungen.html) [ Spa and health facilities ](https://www.upperaustria.com/en/oesterreich-stadt-ort-pois/detail/430000883/braunau-am-inn/kur__und_gesundheitseinrichtungen.html) [ Sights ](https://www.upperaustria.com/en/oesterreich-stadt-ort-pois/detail/430000883/braunau-am-inn/sehenswuerdigkeiten.html) [ Sport facilities ](https://www.upperaustria.com/en/oesterreich-stadt-ort-pois/detail/430000883/braunau-am-inn/sporteinrichtungen.html) [ Association ](https://www.upperaustria.com/en/oesterreich-stadt-ort-pois/detail/430000883/braunau-am-inn/verein.html) [ Rental ](https://www.upperaustria.com/en/oesterreich-stadt-ort-pois/detail/430000883/braunau-am-inn/verleihe.html) [ Arrival ](#ttgCollapseAnreise) ---------------------------------- Coming from Vienna/ Linz: \* via the "Innkreisautobahn" A8 (motorway) exit Ort/Innkreis via the B148 direction Braunau \*or via A8 exit Ried/Innkreis onward B141 =>B148 (main road) Coming from Salzburg: \*via Oberndorf near Salzburg on the B156 to Braunau \*via Mattighofen via the B147 =>B148 Coming from Passau: \*via the A3 => B12 via Simbach \*via A3 via Simbach on the B143 => B148 Coming from Wien/ Linz: \* Wels-Neumarkt Kallham-Braunau Coming from Salzburg: \* Attnang Puchheim-Ried/Innkreis-Braunau \*Steindorf near Straßwalchen-Braunau \*Oberndorf near Salzburg-Braunau Coming from Passau: \*Neumark Kallham-Braunau The train station is almost in the centre of Braunau! There is a bus connection ("Citybus") every half an hour directly from the train station to the city centre. Salzburg Airport - Braunau approx. 60 km (37 miles) Linz Airport - Braunau approx. 120 km (75 miles) Munich Airport - Braunau approx. 120 km (75 miles) [ Evaluations ](#ttgCollapseBewertungen) ------------------------------------------ - [ Tripadvisor ](http://www.tripadvisor.de/Tourism-g1588146-Braunau_am_Inn_Upper_Austria-Vacations.html) - [ Tiscover ](http://www.tiscover.com/at/reiseziele/braunau-am-inn) Top highlights ---------------- [ View copyright © Copyright: Entdeckerviertel/Brothers Close copyright ![](https://assets.tourdata.at/660x495/353925/1FEAEF0C8AAC9BB0D660D51CAF492D71CE295817F42287B1E7A03DFDFC93BD1F/radfahrerstimmungsbildsimbachentdeckerviertelbrothers-jpg.jpg "RadfahrerStimmungsbildSimbach_Entdeckerviertel_Brothers.jpg (© Copyright: Entdeckerviertel/Brothers)") R203 Discovery cycle tour (Lakes Panorama Route with Austrian variant) ](https://www.upperaustria.com/en/oesterreich-tour/detail/430010498/r203-discovery-cycle-tour-lakes-panorama-route-with-austrian-variant.html) [ View copyright © Copyright: Entdeckerviertel/Brothers Close copyright ![](https://assets.tourdata.at/660x495/353926/A951CC1695446FD6C35CA0344ACD0BA49E40E339B8E44C77FE7B2EF75CD917FC/radfahrerstimmungsbildsimbachentdeckerviertelbrothers-jpg.jpg "RadfahrerStimmungsbildSimbach_Entdeckerviertel_Brothers.jpg (© Copyright: Entdeckerviertel/Brothers)") R203 Discovery cycle tour (panoramic lakes route with Bavarian variant) ](https://www.upperaustria.com/en/oesterreich-tour/detail/430010499/r203-discovery-cycle-tour-panoramic-lakes-route-with-bavarian-variant.html) [ View copyright © Copyright: Oberösterreich Tourismus GmbH/Moritz Ablinger Close copyright ![](https://assets.tourdata.at/660x495/240878/33E0D9121F7D582A26141BDCC9D825CDE40E02C2911174893A6AAD24E380E49C/radfahren-am-innradweg-bei-schaerdingoberoesterreichtourismusgmbhmoritzablingerneu.jpg "Radfahren-am-Innradweg-bei-Schaerding_OberoesterreichTourismusGmbH_MoritzAblinger_NEU (© Copyright: Oberösterreich Tourismus GmbH/Moritz Ablinger)") Inn Bike Path from Maloja to Passau - Bikeroute-Nr. 3 ](https://www.upperaustria.com/en/oesterreich-tour/detail/430001302/inn-bike-path-from-maloja-to-passau-bikeroute-nr-3.html) [ View copyright © Copyright: Andreas Mühlleitner Close copyright ![](https://assets.tourdata.at/660x495/253210/4E50AC7F62339A3E6F4622001DE6C9A0D8E1FE87329BCF42D4F731A070FD822C/kirchberg-bei-mattighofen-c-andreas-muehlleitner-jpg.jpg "Kirchberg bei Mattighofen_(c)_Andreas Muehlleitner.jpg (© Copyright: Andreas Mühlleitner)") R203 Discovery cycle tour (panoramic variant - Austrian side) ](https://www.upperaustria.com/en/oesterreich-tour/detail/430010154/r203-discovery-cycle-tour-panoramic-variant-austrian-side.html) [ View copyright © Copyright: Burghauser Touristik GmbH Close copyright ![](https://assets.tourdata.at/660x495/253212/42DD198125FDAF0114AD7776AAC8FF70E2FFC590757113D18E3FDC91A93772A9/rahmen-burghausenburghausertouristik-jpg.jpg "Frame Burghausen_BurghauserTouristik.JPG (© Copyright: Burghauser Touristik GmbH)") R203 Discovery cycle tour (panoramic variant-German side) ](https://www.upperaustria.com/en/oesterreich-tour/detail/430010155/r203-discovery-cycle-tour-panoramic-variant-german-side.html) [ View copyright © Copyright: Sam"s Stubn Close copyright ![](https://assets.tourdata.at/660x495/253213/1E5F8EC1026393D4C17C6B9CC053A516489BB4C5F83FDAF9CC5B02175D2FC760/hoellerersee-c-samsstubn-jpg.jpg "Höllerersee_(c)_SamsStubn.JPG (© Copyright: Sam"s Stubn)") R203 Discovery cycle tour (lake variant - Austrian side) ](https://www.upperaustria.com/en/oesterreich-tour/detail/430010156/r203-discovery-cycle-tour-lake-variant-austrian-side.html) [ View copyright © Copyright: Entdeckerviertel - Brothers Close copyright ![](https://assets.tourdata.at/660x495/253211/E63FB58C1B6A39531D3733CB42C50A959544C38FE9DAED30EC880D7B54DA14E2/radfahrenlengau-c-entdeckerviertel-9.jpg "Radfahren_Lengau_(c)_Entdeckerviertel_(9) (© Copyright: Entdeckerviertel - Brothers)") R203 Discovery bike tour access Neumarkt am Wallersee ](https://www.upperaustria.com/en/oesterreich-tour/detail/430010157/r203-discovery-bike-tour-access-neumarkt-am-wallersee.html) [ View copyright © Copyright: Entdeckerviertel/MS Close copyright ![](https://assets.tourdata.at/660x495/235039/EFD6D0F169D5ECD545F443D870BCC8073FC0133B31C40316BCF50414B270280F/gebertshamlochenentdeckerviertelms-3-jpg.jpg "GebertshamLochen_Entdeckerviertel_MS (3).jpg (© Copyright: Entdeckerviertel/MS)") R203 Discovery cycle tour (lake variant-German side) ](https://www.upperaustria.com/en/oesterreich-tour/detail/430010189/r203-discovery-cycle-tour-lake-variant-german-side.html) 1. 2. 3. 4. 5. 6. 7. 8. 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