Lambach facts for kids
Quick facts for kids
Lambach
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 Lambach
Location in Austria
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| Country | Austria | |
| State | Upper Austria | |
| District | Wels-Land | |
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| • Total | 3.74 km2 (1.44 sq mi) | |
| Elevation | 367 m (1,204 ft) | |
| Time zone | UTC+1 (CET) | |
| • Summer (DST) | UTC+2 (CEST) | |
| Postal code |
4650
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| Area code | 07245 | |
| Vehicle registration | WL | |
| Website | www.lambach.ooe.gv.at | |
Lambach is a small market town located in Upper Austria, a state in Austria. It sits by the Ager and Traun Rivers. This town was once a very important stop for the salt trade, which was how salt was moved and sold a long time ago.
Lambach is also famous for the Lambach Abbey, a very old monastery built around the year 1056. Many people have lived in Lambach over the centuries, including some well-known individuals who attended the local schools.
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History of Lambach
Lambach has a rich history, especially because of its famous Abbey.
The Lambach Abbey
The Lambach Abbey is a very old and important building in the town. It was started in 1056 by a bishop named Adalbero of Würzburg. A bishop is a high-ranking leader in some Christian churches.
The Abbey has been a center of learning and culture for hundreds of years. It has beautiful architecture and holds many historical treasures.
Lambach's Role in Trade
Long ago, Lambach was a key location for the Salt Trade. Salt was a very valuable resource, used for preserving food and as a seasoning. Rivers like the Ager and Traun helped transport goods, making Lambach a busy trading spot.
People from Lambach
Many interesting people have lived in or come from Lambach.
Notable Residents
- Anton Edler von Gapp: He was a famous Austrian jurist, which means he was an expert in law. Anton Edler von Gapp was born right here in Lambach.
- Dr. Ignaz Harrer: From 1872 to 1875, Dr. Ignaz Harrer served as the mayor of Salzburg, another important city in Austria. He lived in Lambach for some time.
- A former student: A student named Adolf Hitler lived in Lambach from 1897 to 1898. He attended the third grade at the local primary school during that time.
The Hitler Family in Lambach
In 1895, the father of Adolf Hitler, named Alois Hitler, bought a farmhouse called Rauscher Gut. This farm came with a large piece of land, about 3.6 hectares (which is about 9 acres). After he retired, Alois Hitler moved his family to this farm in Lambach.
See also
In Spanish: Lambach (Austria) para niños
