Investing
in Linz

 

From the initial idea to a successful establishment – in Linz, you’ll find more than just land and property. Here, you’ll find a partner who actively supports you every step of the way and opens the right doors.

Whether you’re looking for the perfect plot of land for your new factory, need an existing property for your growing business, or simply want to know what opportunities Linz has to offer: Our property database gives you the full picture, and our location management team is on hand to support you with local expertise, direct contacts and practical assistance.

Short distances, quick decisions and a network that works – that’s how your investment in Linz becomes a success story.

6 reasonst why you should invest in Linz:

  • strategic location at the heart of Europe
    (motorway and rail networks, and the Danube as an international waterway provide efficient logistics and transport options)
  • international research expertise thanks to our diverse universities
    (JKU, IT:U, University of Art and Design, etc.) and universities of applied sciences (FHOÖ)
  • close cooperation and collaboration between academia and industry
  • Industrial strength and global companies
    (e.g. voestalpine, Dynatrace, MIC, etc.)
  • A young, innovative and thriving economic ecosystem
    (Tabakfabrik, Digitale Meile, LIT, techharbor, etc.)
  • High quality of life thanks to abundant nature and a ‘city of short distances’
    (Danube riverbank, green spaces, short distances between nature and the city)
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Key Economic Indicators Linz

  • 214,000 residents
  • 210,000 jobs
  • €36.6 billion in regional value added in 2023 (Linz-Wels region) = the highest of all Austrian regions after Vienna
  • €66,400 GDP per capita = 2nd place after Salzburg
  • 30,000 students
  • 110+ IT companies in the Digital Mile with over 3,000 employees
  • 25 leading industrial companies

As of 2025; current figures are available on the City Dashboard Linz and from Stadtforschung 

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Useful tools and contacts for setting up a business in Linz

Digital Construction Process

Linz offers businesses more than just locational advantages – here you’ll find specific sites and properties that suit your business. From attractive commercial premises to centrally located marketplaces such as the bustling Südbahnhofmarkt: the city provides a wide range of opportunities to position your business in the best possible way.

Particularly handy: with the digital building process, you can handle construction projects entirely online – faster, more transparently and more efficiently. This service demonstrates how Linz seamlessly integrates business and administration in a modern way, making the path to your new location as straightforward as possible. Whether you’re looking to build, rent or expand – in Linz, you’ll find the space your business needs.

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Upper Austria Property Database

The right property is key to the success of your business location. With the Upper Austria Property Database at standortooe.at, you can quickly and easily find exactly what you’re looking for: office space, industrial units, commercial land or retail premises – to rent or buy, right in Linz and the surrounding area.

The platform from Business Upper Austria and the Upper Austrian Chamber of Commerce offers you more than just listings: with smart filter functions, location analyses and information on funding, you can make informed decisions. Whether it’s a modern office in the city centre or production space with development potential – here you’ll find the foundation for your growth in Linz.

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Location Management for Linz City Center

The systematic recording and analysis of vacant commercial properties forms the basis for the targeted revitalization of Linz as a business location. In cooperation with the "Linzer City Ring," the City of Linz focuses on providing proactive consultancy to property owners and landlords to mobilize potential objects for marketing and to conduct in-depth investigations into the causes of vacancies.

Through the conceptual preparation of detailed property information, a sound basis for decision-making is created to unlock new potential. A significant focus lies on strategic acquisition and attracting regional businesses, as well as national and international retail chains, to strengthen the sector mix and sustainably stimulate the local economy. All measures are carried out in close coordination with the City of Linz, particularly with regard to the new city center concept for urban greening and the enhancement of public spaces.

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Disclaimer: English content translated with AI assistance.

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