Krumpendorf am Wörthersee facts for kids

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Krumpendorf and Wörthersee
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Krumpendorf am Wörthersee Location in Austria
Country	Austria
State	Carinthia
District	Klagenfurt-Land
Area
• Total	11.88 km2 (4.59 sq mi)
Elevation	450 m (1,480 ft)
Time zone	UTC+1 (CET)
• Summer (DST)	UTC+2 (CEST)
Postal code	9201
Area code	04229
Website	krumpendorf.gv.at

Krumpendorf am Wörthersee is a lovely town in Austria. It is located right by the beautiful Wörthersee lake. This area is part of the Klagenfurt-Land District in Carinthia. Krumpendorf is a popular spot for both visitors and locals. It is known for its stunning scenery and fun activities.

Exploring Krumpendorf

Krumpendorf is on the northern side of Wörthersee. This is Carinthia's largest lake for swimming. The town covers about 11.86 square kilometers. This makes it the smallest town in Carinthia. To the east, Krumpendorf borders Klagenfurt, the state capital.

You can easily reach Krumpendorf by car. There are two exits from the Süd Autobahn (A2) highway. This highway connects Vienna to Villach and the border with Italy.

Getting Around by Train

Krumpendorf also has its own train station. From here, you can catch trains like the S-Bahn Kärnten and Railjet. These trains connect Krumpendorf to major cities. You can travel to Klagenfurt, Villach, Lienz, Vienna, and even Italy.

Local Areas of Krumpendorf

The town is made up of different local areas. These are called cadastral communities. They include Pritschitz, Krumpendorf, Drasing, and Gurlitsch II.

Krumpendorf's Past

The name Chrumpendorf likely comes from an old local word. It probably means "crooked willow." A place called Drasing Castle was first mentioned in 1284. It might have been an outer guard post for the nearby Moosburg castle.

Long ago, Krumpendorf was a quiet farming area. Today, it is a popular place for tourists. Many people visit for a day or stay longer. They enjoy the beautiful scenery. Besides the Baroque Krumpendorf Castle, built in 1740, the town has many fancy hotels and homes. These buildings are in the special 'Wörthersee Style'.

The name "am Wörther See" was added to the town's name in 1987. It was later changed to "am Wörthersee" in 2012.

Villa Haybäck

Krumpendorf Castle

Who Lives in Krumpendorf?

Krumpendorf has about 3,453 people living there. Slightly more than half, 52.4%, are women. The average age of people in Krumpendorf is 46 years old. Most people, 94.0%, are Austrian citizens. The main language spoken by 94.3% of the people is German.

Most citizens, 70.8%, are Roman Catholic. About 10.2% belong to the Protestant Church. A small number, 0.8%, are Muslim. About 13.4% of the people do not have a religious belief. Krumpendorf is a growing community. Many new people are moving to the town.

Fun and Culture

Krumpendorf offers many cultural events and activities. There is something for everyone to enjoy.

Local Theatre

The KULT theater group started in 2002. This group loves acting. They usually put on plays in April. These shows take place in the Krumpendorf community hall.

Summer of Culture

The Kultursommer Krumpendorf is a series of events. It happens every year from late June to late August. You can enjoy concerts and readings. There are also movie nights and poetry slams. These events take place outdoors in the forest arena. It is located by the lake promenade.

Regular Events

Krumpendorf hosts several fun events throughout the year:

• Summer Market: This market happens every Friday afternoon and evening. It is next to the town hall. You can find organic products, tasty food, and handmade crafts.
• May Festival: This yearly event takes place in early May. It includes a parade and the traditional Maypole raising.
• Oktoberfest: This is a multi-day event in mid-September. It is held on the community meadow near the town hall.
• Harbor Festival: This annual summer event happens in July. It takes place around the lake promenade.
• Ironman Austria: This is a big triathlon race. It includes swimming, cycling, and running. The cycling and running parts of the race go through Krumpendorf.
• Namaste am See: This is a yoga festival that happens every year. There are also regular yoga events during the summer. Krumpendorf is one of the places where these events are held. They usually take place at the Parkbad.

Places to Relax and Play

Krumpendorf has many great spots for recreation. You can enjoy the lake, parks, and playgrounds.

Kropfitschbad

This is a private beach. It has a large, sunny lawn and cabins. There is also a swimming jetty and a sandpit. You can find a swimming island and a marina here too. A restaurant with a beach bar serves food and drinks.

Parkbad Krumpendorf

This beach area is about 2 hectares (5 acres) big. It has many things for a fun family day. You can find places to relax and playgrounds. There are swimming areas in the lake. You can also play table tennis, water trampoline, and water volleyball. A restaurant, cafe, and ice cream parlor are also available.

Seepromenade Krumpendorf & Waldarena

This is a large park right by the lake. It has a ship landing dock and a children's playground. There is also a marina and a volleyball court. The forest arena is an outdoor event space. It has about 100 seats. The Krumpendorfer Kultursommer events take place here.

Bad Stich

This is another private beach. It has a restaurant and offers apartment rentals. This family business has been running since 1910.

Wasserweg Krumpendorf

This is a special walking path. It follows the Pirkerbach stream up to the Pirkerkogel hill. You can find the start of the path along Moosburger Hauptstrasse. It is just after the elementary school on the left side of the main road.

Playgrounds for Kids

Krumpendorf has four different playgrounds for children to enjoy.