Oberndorf in Tirol facts for kids
Oberndorf is a small town in the Tyrol region of Austria. It's located in a beautiful valley called Leukental, right by the Kitzbühler Ache stream. You can find it about halfway between two other towns, St. Johann in Tirol and Kitzbühel.
Oberndorf isn't just one big village; it's made up of a main village and several smaller areas called hamlets. These hamlets stretch all the way up to the Kitzbühler Horn mountain. The towns next to Oberndorf are Going am Wilden Kaiser, Kitzbühel, Reith bei Kitzbühel, and St. Johann in Tirol.
Quick facts for kids
Oberndorf in Tirol
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 Oberndorf in Tirol
Location in Austria
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| Country | Austria | |
| State | Tyrol | |
| District | Kitzbühel | |
| Area | ||
| • Total | 17.69 km2 (6.83 sq mi) | |
| Elevation | 687 m (2,254 ft) | |
| Time zone | UTC+1 (CET) | |
| • Summer (DST) | UTC+2 (CEST) | |
| Postal code |
6372
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| Area code | 05352 | |
| Vehicle registration | KB | |
| Website | www.oberndorf-tirol.at | |
How Many People Live Here?
The number of people living in Oberndorf has changed a lot over the years. In 1869, there were 759 people. By 2011, the population had grown to 2,015. This shows how the town has developed and attracted more residents over time.
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| Year | Pop. | ±% |
| 1869 | 759 | — |
| 1880 | 765 | +0.8% |
| 1890 | 641 | −16.2% |
| 1900 | 639 | −0.3% |
| 1910 | 726 | +13.6% |
| 1923 | 769 | +5.9% |
| 1934 | 811 | +5.5% |
| 1939 | 744 | −8.3% |
| 1951 | 846 | +13.7% |
| 1961 | 933 | +10.3% |
| 1971 | 1,137 | +21.9% |
| 1981 | 1,420 | +24.9% |
| 1991 | 1,650 | +16.2% |
| 2001 | 1,944 | +17.8% |
| 2011 | 2,015 | +3.7% |
What Does Oberndorf Do for Work?
For a long time, the main work in Oberndorf was mining. People dug for copper at a place called Rerobichl until the 1700s.
Today, the town's economy is mostly about tourism. Many visitors come to enjoy the beautiful mountains and outdoor activities. There is also a quarry, which is a place where stone is dug out of the ground. Oberndorf also has a train stop on the Salzburg-Tyrol Railway, making it easy for people to visit.
Views of Oberndorf
See also
In Spanish: Oberndorf in Tirol para niños
