Alberschwende facts for kids
Quick facts for kids
Alberschwende
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Alberschwende in winter
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 Alberschwende
Location in Austria
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| Country | Austria | |
| State | Vorarlberg | |
| District | Bregenz | |
| Area | ||
| • Total | 21.15 km2 (8.17 sq mi) | |
| Elevation | 721 m (2,365 ft) | |
| Time zone | UTC+1 (CET) | |
| • Summer (DST) | UTC+2 (CEST) | |
| Postal code |
6861
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| Area code | 05579 | |
| Vehicle registration | B | |
| Website | www.alberschwende.at | |
Alberschwende is a charming village and a municipality located in the district of Bregenz in the beautiful Austrian state of Vorarlberg. It is nestled in the Bregenz Forest Mountains, offering stunning natural scenery. This peaceful community is known for its traditional Austrian charm and connection to nature.
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How Many People Live in Alberschwende?
The number of people living in Alberschwende has changed over many years. Knowing the population helps us understand how a village grows or shrinks.
Population Growth Over Time
Here is a look at how the population of Alberschwende has changed through history:
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| Year | Pop. | ±% |
| 1869 | 1,847 | — |
| 1880 | 1,766 | −4.4% |
| 1890 | 1,806 | +2.3% |
| 1900 | 1,922 | +6.4% |
| 1910 | 1,714 | −10.8% |
| 1923 | 1,699 | −0.9% |
| 1934 | 1,767 | +4.0% |
| 1939 | 1,889 | +6.9% |
| 1951 | 1,900 | +0.6% |
| 1961 | 2,073 | +9.1% |
| 1971 | 2,276 | +9.8% |
| 1981 | 2,504 | +10.0% |
| 1991 | 2,818 | +12.5% |
| 2001 | 3,021 | +7.2% |
| 2011 | 3,120 | +3.3% |
As you can see, the population has generally increased over the last century, showing that more people are choosing to live in this lovely area.
Famous People from Alberschwende
Alberschwende is the birthplace of at least one very important person who made a big difference in the world.
Hermann Gmeiner: A Helping Hand
- Hermann Gmeiner was an Austrian person who became famous for his kindness and charity work. He was born in Alberschwende in 1919.
- He is best known as the founder of SOS Children's Villages. This amazing organization helps children around the world who have lost their parents or cannot live with their families.
- SOS Children's Villages create a family-like environment for these children. They live in homes with an SOS mother and siblings, giving them a stable and loving place to grow up.
- Gmeiner's work has helped countless children find a safe home and a brighter future.
See also
In Spanish: Alberschwende para niños
