# Tower Stories Linz

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Content updated: 2026-06-22

Embark on a journey through Linz's rich history with the Fortress Guardians of Linz Tour. Explore the impressive Maximilianische Turmlinie, a series of historic fortification towers that once defended the city. These architectural marvels, named after female saints, offer a glimpse into nineteenth-century military strategy and have been beautifully repurposed for modern cultural events. From cultural performances to breathtaking views, discover how Linz blends its storied past with vibrant present-day life. Join us in uncovering the stories behind these towering sentinels and experience the unique blend of history and culture that defines Linz.

- Stops: 10
- City: [Linz](https://mytuur.com/en/city/linz/)

## Stops on this tour

1. [Turm 20 (Cäcilia)](https://mytuur.com/en/city/linz/spot/turm-20-caecilia/)
2. [Turm 19 (Dorothea)](https://mytuur.com/en/city/linz/spot/turm-19-dorothea/)
3. [Turm V (Euphemia)](https://mytuur.com/en/city/linz/spot/turm-v-euphemia/)
4. [Turm VI (Nothburga)](https://mytuur.com/en/city/linz/spot/turm-vi-nothburga/)
5. [Turm IV (Maria)](https://mytuur.com/en/city/linz/spot/turm-iv-maria/)
6. [Turm I (Othilie)](https://mytuur.com/en/city/linz/spot/turm-i-othilie/)
7. [Turm II (Beatrix)](https://mytuur.com/en/city/linz/spot/turm-ii-beatrix/)
8. [Franz-Josefs-Warte](https://mytuur.com/en/city/linz/spot/franz-josefs-warte/)
9. [Probeturm](https://mytuur.com/en/city/linz/spot/probeturm/)
10. [Klause Adelgunde](https://mytuur.com/en/city/linz/spot/klause-adelgunde/)

To walk this tour, open it in the myTuur app and start where you are: the route adapts, and each story begins as you reach its stop. Skip or reorder stops whenever you like. And because the tour works offline, a walk through Linz keeps going even without a signal.

## What is myTuur?

myTuur is a free city-guide app. Its tours are built from spots, and each spot carries a story that starts when you get there, to read or to listen to as you like.