Wels is the ancient city of Austria.
The history of the city goes deep into the ages, during the Romans the city was the capital of Ovilala district.
Confirmation of this, numerous finds of archaeologists who are stored in the museum, open in the old Minorite monastery. Here is the unique bronze statuette (1-2 V.N.) and one of the most ancient Christian epitaph of the IV century found in Austria.
Wels is located in the central part of the Upper Austria, on the shores of the traun. The city attracts the attention of tourists from all over the world and is interesting for travelers of different ages.
Stroll around the city and plunge into the history and beauty of Wiels streets. On the Stadtplatz Square (Stadtplatz) Admire the old mansion and arcade galleries of the Renaissance era. Follow the street Bakery - Beckergasse (Backergasse) and Kuznetsov Street - Schmidgasse (Schmiedgasse). Both of these streets are pedestrian zones and lead you to the central city square of Stadtplatz and to the boulevards.
Do not apply to look at Hafergasse Street, here in the shops sell the local Schnaps and a variety of liqueurs. By intricate transitions, go back to Stadtplatz Square.
Next to the square, in the old fortress there is Cultural Center Kulturzentrum Burg Wels. The first buildings of the fortress are dated VIII century. There is a monument to Emperor Maximilian I, who died in this fortress in 1519. The museum of the fortress contains unique historical interiors and items telling about the history of Wiel.
Visit urban Museum Stadtmuseum in which the archaeological exhibits of the time of the Roman Empire and the rarest documents that introduce you to the ancient history of the city are stored.
Museum of Puppenwelt-Museum dolls. Stelzhamerstrasse, 14..
The most interesting and rich collection of antique dolls in the original costumes, introduces the fashion of the past centuries. About 2500 dolls are represented. Rare French dolls are represented, production of 1865. Thanks to the opening of this museum. Wels got the name - the city of dolls.
Parish Church of St. John the Evangelist Stadtpfarr-Kirche HL. Johannes Evangelist. . The first mention of this church belongs to 888. This is one of the most ancient parish churches of Upper Austria.
Ornithological park VogelPark. The park is located quite close to Wels in Schmiding.
A variety of features are dirty in natural conditions. The park area is about 8.5 hectares, which contain more than 300 species of birds.
Having in love with architectural and history monuments, relax in cozy restaurants, pubs, coffee shops and a wine bar.
Children are definitely reduced into a small, but very beautiful and interesting zoo, located near the center.
Welse has a Bad Schallerbach spa. The natural hot sulfur source will restore your strength and give cheerfulness.