--- title: Laakirchen url: "https://guide.oberoesterreich.at/en/oesterreich-stadt-ort/detail/430000975/laakirchen.html" description: The market town of Laakirchen, covering a total area of 32.5 km², is situated at the entrance to the Salzkammergut region, embedded in the gently rolling landscapes of the Alpine foothills. date: 2024-04-16 modified: 2024-04-16 --- # Laakirchen Laakirchen ============ Laakirchen, Oberösterreich, Österreich ![](https://assets.tourdata.at/260x195/298266/F2A94968404FCD4B87A96F6EB8A074786159A59B29C9AAE2DFB85AF509EA17FF/luftbildaufnahme-von-laakirchen.jpg) ![](https://assets.tourdata.at/260x195/298267/6EFB44B4696F03EDCF6D55538CBD4E3A1D3B75468B4FB0E8461FC3B7F4D4FB5E/altes-und-neues-rathaus.jpg) ![](https://assets.tourdata.at/260x195/298268/F0BDC894EAEE9208AECDE9BD4724DAC8D482B8D4EF7AA5397F401A683ADA6909/stadtfest-in-laakirchen.jpg) © Open copyright © Stadtgemeinde Laakirchen Close copyright [ ![The picture shows an expansive landscape with towns, villages, fields and rivers surrounded by high mountains. In the centre of the picture is an urban area with various buildings and structures. The surroundings are varied with forests, meadows and bodies of water.](https://assets.tourdata.at/x550/298266/F2A94968404FCD4B87A96F6EB8A074786159A59B29C9AAE2DFB85AF509EA17FF/luftbildaufnahme-von-laakirchen.jpg "© Stadtgemeinde Laakirchen") ](https://assets.tourdata.at/1920x/298266/F2A94968404FCD4B87A96F6EB8A074786159A59B29C9AAE2DFB85AF509EA17FF/luftbildaufnahme-von-laakirchen.jpg) © Open copyright © Stadtgemeinde Laakirchen Close copyright [ ![The picture shows an imposing building with architecture steeped in history, surrounded by modern tower blocks. In front of the building are groups of people who are obviously exploring the neighbourhood or staying there.](https://assets.tourdata.at/x550/298267/6EFB44B4696F03EDCF6D55538CBD4E3A1D3B75468B4FB0E8461FC3B7F4D4FB5E/altes-und-neues-rathaus.jpg "© Stadtgemeinde Laakirchen") ](https://assets.tourdata.at/1920x/298267/6EFB44B4696F03EDCF6D55538CBD4E3A1D3B75468B4FB0E8461FC3B7F4D4FB5E/altes-und-neues-rathaus.jpg) © Open copyright © Stadtgemeinde Laakirchen Close copyright [ ![Things are happening at the town festival in Laakirchen - come and visit us!](https://assets.tourdata.at/x550/298268/F0BDC894EAEE9208AECDE9BD4724DAC8D482B8D4EF7AA5397F401A683ADA6909/stadtfest-in-laakirchen.jpg "© Stadtgemeinde Laakirchen") ](https://assets.tourdata.at/1920x/298268/F0BDC894EAEE9208AECDE9BD4724DAC8D482B8D4EF7AA5397F401A683ADA6909/stadtfest-in-laakirchen.jpg) 1. 2. 3. Rathausplatz 1 4663 Laakirchen [ open in Google Maps ](https://www.google.com/maps/search/?api=1&query=Rathausplatz%201%2C%204663%20Laakirchen "Link will open in a new window") [ Open in Apple Maps ](https://maps.apple.com/place?address=Rathausplatz%201%2C%204663%20Laakirchen "Link will open in a new window") ![](https://static.ecmaps.de/staticmap.jpg?experience=webarchitektur-meta&lat=47.9829955&lon=13.8233675&width=991&height=450&project=ttg-basemap&zoom=2000&server=meta.tourdata.at) The market town of Laakirchen, covering a total area of 32.5 km², is situated at the entrance to the Salzkammergut region, embedded in the gently rolling landscapes of the Alpine foothills. The city Laakirchen is situated in the Prealps at the entry to the Salzkammergut lake region and spreads over an area of about 32,5 square kilometres. The city consists of the main villages Laakirchen, Steyrermühl, Reintal-Danzermühl, Oberweis and Lindach. According to the most recent investigations, the name Laakirchen goes back to the 12th century and most probably derives from the geographical setting of the old settlement (“laa” meaning small forest, hardwood). The first mention of Laakirchen was in 1165. The town is situated on the former horse railroad which used to connect Gmunden with Linz and Ceské Budejovice. The modern infrastructure (two highway exits: Laakirchen WEST EXIT 216 and Laakirchen OST EXIT 213, freight train connection) and a pleasant recreational environment make Laakirchen an attractive location for business and investment but also living - Laakirchen provides jobs for more than half its population (ca. 9250 inhabitants). Laakirchen counts two paper mills, four metal-working companies as well as about 260 businesses. These and the residential areas make up 6.5 square kilometres. The remaining 26 square kilometres used for agriculture and forestry (175 enterprises) constitute a pleasant counterbalance to the busy areas. The beautiful landscape invites to undertake long hikes and bicycle tours. A sports and recreational centre, cultural events in the modern venues, a visit to the Printing and Paper Making Museum round off his varied offer. All this contributes to make Laakirchen a pleasant, dynamic and innovative community. [ Facts ](#ttgCollapseDatenFakten) ------------------------------------ - 9.516Inhabitants - 32 km²Area - 441 m ASLElevation - 47.98, 13.82GPS coordinates [ What’s on in Laakirchen ](#ttgCollapseDetailinformationen) -------------------------------------------------------------- [Accommodations](https://guide.oberoesterreich.at/en/oesterreich-stadt-ort-unterkuenfte/detail/430000975/laakirchen/unterkuenfte.html) [Event centres](https://guide.oberoesterreich.at/en/oesterreich-stadt-ort-locations/detail/430000975/laakirchen/veranstaltungszentren.html) [Gastronomy](https://guide.oberoesterreich.at/en/oesterreich-stadt-ort-gastronomie/detail/430000975/laakirchen.html) [Tours](https://guide.oberoesterreich.at/en/oesterreich-stadt-ort-touren/detail/430000975/laakirchen.html) [Events](https://guide.oberoesterreich.at/en/oesterreich-stadt-ort-veranstaltungen/detail/430000975/laakirchen.html) [ Shopping ](https://guide.oberoesterreich.at/en/oesterreich-stadt-ort-pois/detail/430000975/laakirchen/einkaufen.html) [ Leisure facilities ](https://guide.oberoesterreich.at/en/oesterreich-stadt-ort-pois/detail/430000975/laakirchen/freizeiteinrichtungen.html) [ Service and attendance ](https://guide.oberoesterreich.at/en/oesterreich-stadt-ort-pois/detail/430000975/laakirchen/infrastruktur.html) [ Cultural facilities ](https://guide.oberoesterreich.at/en/oesterreich-stadt-ort-pois/detail/430000975/laakirchen/kultureinrichtungen.html) [ Spa and health facilities ](https://guide.oberoesterreich.at/en/oesterreich-stadt-ort-pois/detail/430000975/laakirchen/kur__und_gesundheitseinrichtungen.html) [ Sights ](https://guide.oberoesterreich.at/en/oesterreich-stadt-ort-pois/detail/430000975/laakirchen/sehenswuerdigkeiten.html) [ Sport facilities ](https://guide.oberoesterreich.at/en/oesterreich-stadt-ort-pois/detail/430000975/laakirchen/sporteinrichtungen.html) [ Association ](https://guide.oberoesterreich.at/en/oesterreich-stadt-ort-pois/detail/430000975/laakirchen/verein.html) [ Arrival ](#ttgCollapseAnreise) ---------------------------------- Top highlights ---------------- [ © Open copyright © Urheber: Tourismusverband Traunsee Almtal Copyright: Tourismusverband Traunsee Almtal Close copyright ![](https://assets.tourdata.at/660x495/378302/066B1153FF8C870C4ACD8757CC451C1CEC7D4AEFE46D60683D757A8C86ACC6EC/lange-nacht-der-industriekulturallgemeiner-header-jpg.jpg "Lange Nacht der Industriekultur_allgemeiner Header.jpg (© Urheber: Tourismusverband Traunsee Almtal Copyright: Tourismusverband Traunsee Almtal)") 6th Long Night of Industrial Culture ](https://guide.oberoesterreich.at/en/oesterreich-veranstaltung/detail/430288986/6th-long-night-of-industrial-culture.html) [ © Open copyright © Copyright: brainpark.traunsee Close copyright ![](https://assets.tourdata.at/660x495/240810/B62F14E2831182F46DA087972EE7D316B632C88AEEC4B4A37F1C98FC014CD7C9/industriekultur-laakirchen-alfa.jpg "Industriekultur Laakirchen Alfa (© Copyright: brainpark.traunsee)") Traun Bike Trail R4 ](https://guide.oberoesterreich.at/en/oesterreich-tour/detail/430001274/traun-bike-trail-r4.html) 1. 2. 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