Fulpmes facts for kids
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 Fulpmes
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| Country | Austria | |
| State | Tyrol | |
| District | Innsbruck Land | |
| Area | ||
| • Total | 16.78 km2 (6.48 sq mi) | |
| Elevation | 937 m (3,074 ft) | |
| Time zone | UTC+1 (CET) | |
| • Summer (DST) | UTC+2 (CEST) | |
| Postal code |
6166
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| Area code | 05225 | |
| Vehicle registration | IL | |
| Website | www.fulpmes.tirol.gv.at | |
Fulpmes is a charming market town and a community located in the beautiful Stubaital valley, in the region of Tyrol, Austria. It is known for its history of iron production. The town is also at the base of the popular Schlick 2000 ski area. In 2015, about 4,250 people lived in Fulpmes.
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Where is Fulpmes Located?
Fulpmes is part of the Innsbruck Land district. The town covers an area of about 16.77 square kilometers (6.47 square miles). It sits at an altitude of 936 meters (3,070 feet) above sea level.
Fulpmes has neighboring towns like Neustift to the west. To the east, you'll find Telfes and Mieders. You can even reach Fulpmes by a special narrow-gauge railway called the Stubaitalbahn, which starts in Innsbruck.
How Many People Live Here?
The population of Fulpmes has grown quite a bit over the years. Here's a look at how the number of residents has changed:
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| Year | Pop. | ±% |
| 1869 | 1,028 | — |
| 1880 | 1,102 | +7.2% |
| 1890 | 1,079 | −2.1% |
| 1900 | 1,159 | +7.4% |
| 1910 | 1,384 | +19.4% |
| 1923 | 1,577 | +13.9% |
| 1934 | 1,624 | +3.0% |
| 1939 | 1,648 | +1.5% |
| 1951 | 2,068 | +25.5% |
| 1961 | 2,282 | +10.3% |
| 1971 | 2,582 | +13.1% |
| 1981 | 2,973 | +15.1% |
| 1991 | 3,611 | +21.5% |
| 2001 | 3,895 | +7.9% |
| 2011 | 4,169 | +7.0% |
| 2015 | 4,250 | +1.9% |
Interesting Places to Visit
Fulpmes is home to the Stubaier Bauerntheater. This theater was started in 1903. It is one of the oldest "peasant theaters" in the entire Tyrol region. It's a great place to see traditional local plays.
Famous People from Fulpmes
Some well-known individuals have come from Fulpmes:
- Clemens Holzmeister (1886–1983) was a famous architect. He designed many important buildings.
- Gregor Schlierenzauer is a well-known ski jumper. He has achieved great success in the sport.
See also
In Spanish: Fulpmes para niños
