Flirsch facts for kids
Quick facts for kids
Flirsch
|
||
|---|---|---|
Flirsch town hall
|
||
|
||
 Flirsch
Location in Austria
|
||
| Country | Austria | |
| State | Tyrol | |
| District | Landeck | |
| Area | ||
| • Total | 31.05 km2 (11.99 sq mi) | |
| Elevation | 1,154 m (3,786 ft) | |
| Time zone | UTC+1 (CET) | |
| • Summer (DST) | UTC+2 (CEST) | |
| Postal code |
6572
|
|
| Area code | 05447 | |
| Vehicle registration | LA | |
| Website | www.flirsch.tirol.gv.at | |
Flirsch is a small community located in the Landeck area of Austria. It is part of the beautiful Tyrol state. Flirsch is about 11 kilometers (7 miles) west of the town of Landeck. It is also 10 kilometers (6 miles) east of Sankt Anton am Arlberg, a well-known ski resort.
Contents
A Glimpse into Flirsch's History
People have lived in the area around Flirsch for a very long time. The village itself was first mentioned in official documents in the year 1275. The name "Flirsch" comes from an old language called Rhaeto-Romance. In 1813, Flirsch became its own independent community. This meant it could make its own decisions about local matters.
Where is Flirsch Located?
Flirsch is nestled in the western part of Tyrol, a state in Austria. It is situated in the Landeck district. The village is found at an elevation of 1,154 meters (3,786 feet) above sea level. Its location makes it a part of the stunning Verwall Alps mountain range.
How Flirsch is Governed
Like many communities, Flirsch has a local government. The head of the community is called the Mayor. The current mayor of Flirsch is Roland Wechner. The mayor and the local council work together to manage the community. They make decisions about things like local services and public spaces.
See also
In Spanish: Flirsch para niños
