Fieberbrunn facts for kids
Quick facts for kids
Fieberbrunn
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 Fieberbrunn
Location in Austria
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| Country | Austria | |
| State | Tyrol | |
| District | Kitzbühel | |
| Area | ||
| • Total | 76.33 km2 (29.47 sq mi) | |
| Elevation | 780 m (2,560 ft) | |
| Time zone | UTC+1 (CET) | |
| • Summer (DST) | UTC+2 (CEST) | |
| Postal code |
6391
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| Area code | 05354 | |
| Vehicle registration | KB | |
| Website | www.fieberbrunn.tirol.gv.at | |
Fieberbrunn is a lovely market town in Austria. It's located in the state of Tyrol, which is known for its beautiful mountains. You can find Fieberbrunn in the Kitzbühel area, nestled within the Kitzbühel Alps. It's the largest town in the Pillerseetal valley.
This town is famous for a special legend about its name. It's also a popular spot for both winter and summer sports!
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The Legend of Fieberbrunn
The name Fieberbrunn means "fever well." This name comes from an old story. A long time ago, a Tyrolean Countess named Margarete Maultasch was very sick with a fever. She drank water from a special fountain near the town's church. The legend says that after drinking from this well, she was completely healed!
Because of this amazing event, the town, which was once called Pramau, changed its name to Fieberbrunn. It means "fever well" to remember the healing fountain.
Sports and Fun Activities
Fieberbrunn is a fantastic place for outdoor adventures all year round.
Winter Sports Paradise
In winter, Fieberbrunn turns into a busy winter sports resort. It's a great place for snowboarding and skiing. The town has even hosted big international snowboarding events, like "Lords of the Boards."
Since 2006, Fieberbrunn has also been home to an exciting event called 'SNOWFEVER'. This is one of the biggest "Big Mountain" events in Austria. It's where skiers and snowboarders go down steep, untouched mountain slopes. The town is also known for the unique 'churchjump' event.
Summer Adventures
When the snow melts, Fieberbrunn becomes a perfect spot for summer activities. You can enjoy hiking on many trails or go mountaineering in the beautiful Alps.
There are also other cool places to visit nearby. You can explore Schloss Rosenegg, which is an old castle. For a refreshing swim on a warm day, the Lauchsee is a lovely bathing lake that's very popular with tourists.
Population Growth
Over the years, the number of people living in Fieberbrunn has steadily grown. Here's a look at how the population has changed:
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| Year | Pop. | ±% |
| 1869 | 1,723 | — |
| 1880 | 1,788 | +3.8% |
| 1890 | 1,766 | −1.2% |
| 1900 | 1,777 | +0.6% |
| 1910 | 1,924 | +8.3% |
| 1923 | 2,288 | +18.9% |
| 1934 | 2,460 | +7.5% |
| 1939 | 2,425 | −1.4% |
| 1951 | 2,672 | +10.2% |
| 1961 | 3,010 | +12.6% |
| 1971 | 3,662 | +21.7% |
| 1981 | 3,914 | +6.9% |
| 1991 | 4,160 | +6.3% |
| 2001 | 4,180 | +0.5% |
| 2011 | 4,315 | +3.2% |
| 2021 | 4,543 | +5.3% |
Gallery
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A view from Fieberbrunn looking west towards Pillerseetal. You can see the Kitzbüheler Horn on the left and the Wilder Kaiser mountains on the right, often covered in clouds.
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A wide view of the road between Fieberbrunn and Sankt Johann.
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A stream or river flowing through the village of Fieberbrunn.
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The Catholic Parish Church (Katholische Pfarrkirche) in Fieberbrunn, seen from the street.
See also
In Spanish: Fieberbrunn para niños
