Faggen facts for kids
Quick facts for kids
Faggen
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Chapel in Faggen
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 Faggen
Location in Austria
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| Country | Austria | |
| State | Tyrol | |
| District | Landeck | |
| Area | ||
| • Total | 3.63 km2 (1.40 sq mi) | |
| Elevation | 900 m (3,000 ft) | |
| Time zone | UTC+1 (CET) | |
| • Summer (DST) | UTC+2 (CEST) | |
| Postal code |
6522
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| Area code | 05472 | |
| Vehicle registration | LA | |
Faggen is a small community in Tyrol, a state in Austria. It is located in the Landeck area, about 10.5 kilometers (6.5 miles) south of the town of Landeck. Faggen sits at the start of the Kauner Valley, which is a side valley near the upper part of the Inn River.
About Faggen
Faggen is made up of six smaller areas called hamlets. A hamlet is like a tiny village or a small group of houses. The community is not very developed, meaning it doesn't have a lot of big businesses or industries.
What do people do in Faggen?
The main way people earn money in Faggen is through "gentle" agriculture. This means farming that is done in a way that is kind to the environment. However, there aren't many jobs right in Faggen. Because of this, many people who live there are "commuters." This means they travel to other towns or cities for work every day.
Where is Faggen located?
Faggen is in the western part of Austria, in the state of Tyrol. Tyrol is known for its beautiful mountains and valleys. The village is nestled in an area where the Kauner Valley meets the larger Inn River valley.
