Mieders facts for kids
Quick facts for kids
Mieders
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 Mieders
Location in Austria
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| Country | Austria | |
| State | Tyrol | |
| District | Innsbruck Land | |
| Area | ||
| • Total | 16.53 km2 (6.38 sq mi) | |
| Elevation | 952 m (3,123 ft) | |
| Time zone | UTC+1 (CET) | |
| • Summer (DST) | UTC+2 (CEST) | |
| Postal code |
6142
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| Area code | 05225 | |
| Vehicle registration | IL | |
| Website | www.mieders.net | |
Mieders is a small town, also called a municipality, located in the southern part of the Innsbruck Land area in Tyrol, a state in Austria. It sits on the right side of the Stubaital valley, about 10.60 kilometers (about 6.6 miles) south of the city of Innsbruck.
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The History of Mieders
Mieders was founded a very long time ago, around the year 1100. It started as a village with houses spread out on a gentle slope. This slope is at the bottom of a tall mountain called Serles, which is 2718 meters high. People have lived in this area since the early Middle Ages. The older part of the town has special houses decorated with beautiful baroque frescoes, which are paintings done directly on walls or ceilings.
Population Growth in Mieders
The number of people living in Mieders has changed a lot over the years. Here's a look at how the population has grown:
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| Year | Pop. | ±% |
| 1869 | 448 | — |
| 1880 | 399 | −10.9% |
| 1890 | 395 | −1.0% |
| 1900 | 390 | −1.3% |
| 1910 | 449 | +15.1% |
| 1923 | 440 | −2.0% |
| 1934 | 492 | +11.8% |
| 1939 | 503 | +2.2% |
| 1951 | 697 | +38.6% |
| 1961 | 587 | −15.8% |
| 1971 | 702 | +19.6% |
| 1981 | 952 | +35.6% |
| 1991 | 1,163 | +22.2% |
| 2001 | 1,592 | +36.9% |
| 2011 | 1,753 | +10.1% |
Fun Things to Do in Mieders
Mieders is a popular place for tourists, especially during different seasons.
- Winter Fun: There are two main resorts right at the bottom of the Serlesbahnen area. This area is great for skiing and hiking.
- Summer Adventures: The slopes are also famous for a fun summer activity called an alpine coaster. This is like a special monorail ride that goes from the top of the mountain down to the bottom. It winds through the lower parts of the forest, right next to the cable car route.
Getting Around Mieders
You can easily get to the nearby city of Innsbruck from Mieders. There is a bus line that connects the two places, making travel simple for residents and visitors.
Towns Near Mieders
Mieders is surrounded by several other towns in the area. These are its neighboring municipalities:
See also
In Spanish: Mieders para niños
