Grafenstein facts for kids
Quick facts for kids
Grafenstein
Grabštajn
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Grafenstein parish church
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 Grafenstein
Location in Austria
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| Country | Austria | |
| State | Carinthia | |
| District | Klagenfurt-Land | |
| Area | ||
| • Total | 50.13 km2 (19.36 sq mi) | |
| Elevation | 418 m (1,371 ft) | |
| Population
(2018-01-01)
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| • Total | 2,884 | |
| • Density | 57.530/km2 (149.00/sq mi) | |
| Time zone | UTC+1 (CET) | |
| • Summer (DST) | UTC+2 (CEST) | |
| Postal code |
9131
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| Area code | 04225 | |
| Website | www.grafenstein.co.at | |
Grafenstein (which is Grabštajn in the Slovenian language) is a small town in Austria. It is located in the state of Carinthia, which is in the southern part of Austria. Grafenstein is part of the Klagenfurt-Land district.
As of 2018, about 2,884 people live in Grafenstein. The town covers an area of about 50 square kilometers. It is led by a mayor named Stefan Deutschmann.
Where is Grafenstein?
Grafenstein is located in a flat area called the Klagenfurt basin. A basin is like a big bowl-shaped valley. This town is about 12 kilometers (about 7.5 miles) east of a larger city called Klagenfurt.
Grafenstein is also close to the beautiful Wörth Lake. Being near a lake often means there are fun activities like swimming or boating. The town sits at an elevation of 418 meters (about 1,371 feet) above sea level.
Life in Grafenstein
Grafenstein is a peaceful community. Like many towns, it has homes, schools, and local businesses. The main church in Grafenstein is called the Grafenstein parish church. It is a historic building that serves as a central place for the community.
The people of Grafenstein enjoy living in a place that offers both natural beauty and a quiet lifestyle. Its location near Klagenfurt means residents can easily visit a larger city for more services or entertainment.
Images for kids
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The coat of arms for Grafenstein.
See also
In Spanish: Grafenstein para niños
