church in Enns

Basilika St. Laurenz

The Basilika St. Laurenz in Enns is built on the foundations of a Roman legionary fortress, and the visible remains include the hypocaust underfloor heating system from the 2nd-century Roman military installation that preceded the church.

The Basilika St. Laurenz in Enns stands on the foundations of the 2nd-century Roman fortress Lauriacum, with visible hypocaust underfloor heating. At Lauriacumstrasse 4, Enns, claimed as Austria’s oldest chartered town (1212). Accessible by train from Linz (4 km). Combine with the Museum Lauriacum for the full Roman context.

Type
church
Destination
Enns
Cost
Free to visit
Founded
2nd century
Era
Ancient
Address
Lauriacumstrasse 4, 4470 Enns, 4470 Enns
Coordinates
48.2184, 14.4667