Braunau facts for kids

Braunau is a name that can refer to a few different places in Europe. It's important to know which one people are talking about because they are in different countries!

What is Braunau?

Braunau is a name used for several places. These include a district and a town in Austria, a river in Germany, and a town in Switzerland. There's also a town in the Czech Republic that used to be called Braunau.

Braunau am Inn, Austria

One of the most well-known places is Braunau am Inn, a town in Austria. It's located in the state of Upper Austria, right on the border with Germany. The town sits on the Inn River, which is where the "am Inn" part of its name comes from.

Braunau am Inn is also the name of a larger area, known as the Braunau am Inn (district). This district includes the town itself and many surrounding villages and communities.

History of Braunau am Inn

Braunau am Inn has a long history, dating back to the Middle Ages. It was an important trading town because of its location on the Inn River, which was used for transporting goods. The town received its official town rights in 1260. Over the centuries, it was involved in various conflicts and changed hands between different rulers, including Bavaria and Austria.

Today, Braunau am Inn is a peaceful town with a population of about 17,000 people. It has a historic town center with old buildings and a main square.

Braunau in Other Countries

• Braunau (river): There is a river called Braunau in Bavaria, Germany. It's a small river that flows into the Rott River.
• Braunau, Switzerland: In Switzerland, there is a municipality (a type of local government area) called Braunau. It's located in the canton of Thurgau in the northeastern part of the country.
• Broumov, Czech Republic: The town of Broumov in the Czech Republic was historically known by its German name, "Braunau." It's located in the Hradec Králové Region.

See also

In Spanish: Braunau para niños