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Attnang-Puchheim

Attnang-Buachham
Puchheim palace with basilica
Puchheim palace with basilica
Coat of arms of Attnang-Puchheim
Coat of arms
Location in the district
Location in the district
Attnang-Puchheim is located in Austria
Attnang-Puchheim
Attnang-Puchheim
Location in Austria
Country Austria
State Upper Austria
District Vöcklabruck
Area
 • Total 12.32 km2 (4.76 sq mi)
Elevation
416 m (1,365 ft)
Time zone UTC+1 (CET)
 • Summer (DST) UTC+2 (CEST)
Postal code
4800
Area code 07674
Vehicle registration VB
Website www.attnang-puchheim.at

Attnang-Puchheim is a town in Austria. It's located in the Vöcklabruck area, between the cities of Vöcklabruck and Schwanenstadt. It also has a partner city called Puchheim in Bavaria, Germany.

Where is Attnang-Puchheim?

Attnang-Puchheim is in a region called Hausruckviertel. This area is part of Upper Austria, located in the northern Austrian Prealps. People sometimes call Attnang-Puchheim the "Door to Salzkammergut". This means it's a gateway to the beautiful Salzkammergut lake district.

A Look Back: History of Attnang-Puchheim

How the Town Started

Attnang was first settled by people from Bavaria in the late 700s. The town of Puchheim was first mentioned in records in 1135. Attnang appeared in records about a hundred years later, in 1242. In 1912, the community changed its name from Puchheim to Attnang-Puchheim. This was done to show that Attnang was growing and becoming a more important part of the town.

Attnang-Puchheim During World War II

During World War II, Attnang-Puchheim was bombed on April 21, 1945. This happened because of its railway yard, which was important for moving supplies. Bombers from the US 15th Air Force targeted the area. The bombing caused a lot of damage to the railway yard, the train station, and nearby buildings. Many homes were also damaged or destroyed. Allied forces took control of Attnang-Puchheim on May 5, 1945.

How Many People Live Here?

Historical population
Year Pop. ±%
1869 1,046 —    
1880 1,251 +19.6%
1890 1,546 +23.6%
1900 2,333 +50.9%
1910 3,787 +62.3%
1923 4,608 +21.7%
1934 5,222 +13.3%
1939 5,413 +3.7%
1951 6,828 +26.1%
1961 7,525 +10.2%
1971 7,940 +5.5%
1981 8,044 +1.3%
1991 8,139 +1.2%
2001 8,757 +7.6%
2011 8,908 +1.7%

The population of Attnang-Puchheim has grown a lot over the years. In 1869, there were just over 1,000 people living there. By 2011, the population had grown to almost 9,000 people. This shows how the town has developed and become more populated over time.

Getting Around: Transportation

Attnang-Puchheim railway station is a very important train hub. It's where the Salzkammergut train line connects with the main line between Salzburg and Vienna. This makes it a key station for people traveling to the beautiful Salzkammergut region from other parts of Austria and Europe. The station serves both train and bus passengers. It's also important for moving goods by train.

Feste Puchheim 1674
This is an old picture of the Stronghold Puchheim from the year 1674.

What Industries are in Attnang-Puchheim?

The biggest companies in Attnang-Puchheim are STIWA and Spitz. These companies provide jobs for more than 1,500 people in the area. They are very important for the local economy.

Famous People from Attnang-Puchheim

Here are some notable people who were born or grew up in Attnang-Puchheim:

  • Franz Koch (1888–1969), a Germanist, which means he was an expert in German language and literature.
  • Friedrich Peter (1921–2005), who was the leader of the Austrian Freedom Party (FPÖ) from 1958 to 1978.
  • Maria Fekter (* February 1, 1956), a politician who is part of the Austrian People's Party (ÖVP).
  • Josef Dollinger, a journalist who worked as a foreign correspondent.
  • Martin Schermaier, a professor who teaches law.

Sports in Attnang-Puchheim

Attnang-Puchheim is home to the Attnang Athletic's baseball team. Their baseball field, called A's Garden, is also used as a training center for the Austrian Baseball Association. This means it's a place where baseball players from all over Austria can practice and improve their skills.

See also

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