Vöcklabruck


is the administrative center of the Vöcklabruck district, Austria. It is located in the western part of Upper Austria, close to the A1 Autobahn as well as the B1 highway.
Vöcklabruck's name derives from the River Vöckla which runs through the town, whose name in turn originates from a person's name and 'Ache', meaning 'flowing water' or 'river'.
Vöcklabruck has many shops as well as services and schools. It was chosen for Europäisches Schützentreffen in 2003, and has and will play host to other events such as the Internationale Musiktage, Landesgartenschau 2007, and an Erdbeerfest, among others.

Population

Sights

The distance to Salzkammergut's lakes from Vöcklabruck has led to the town's description as "the gateway to the Salzkammergut". Near the town there are many recreational facilities where people can enjoy both indoor and outdoor activities. Alongside these, Vöcklabruck offers:

Twin towns — Sister cities

Vöcklabruck is twinned with: