Schellenberg facts for kids
Schellenberg is a small and friendly municipality in Liechtenstein, a tiny country in Europe. It's located in the lowlands, right by the Rhine river. As of 2019, about 1,107 people live there, and it covers an area of about 3.5 square kilometers. It's a peaceful place with a long history.
Quick facts for kids
Schellenberg
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Municipality
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Schellenberg in early-June 2007
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Location of Schellenberg
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Schellenberg within Liechtenstein
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| Country |  Liechtenstein |
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| Electoral district | Unterland | ||
| Villages | Hinterschellenberg | ||
| Area | |||
| • Total | 3.5 km2 (1.4 sq mi) | ||
| Elevation | 626 m (2,054 ft) | ||
| Population
(31-12-2019)
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| • Total | 1,107 | ||
| • Density | 294/km2 (760/sq mi) | ||
| Time zone | UTC+1 (CET) | ||
| • Summer (DST) | UTC+2 (CEST) | ||
| Postal code |
9488
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| Area code(s) | 7011 | ||
| ISO 3166 code | LI-08 | ||
| Website | www.schellenberg.li | ||
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History of Schellenberg
Early Times and Roman Rule
The land of Schellenberg was first settled by ancient people called Celts. Later, another group known as Rhaetians lived here. Around 15 BC, the powerful Roman Empire took control of the area. They made it part of their province called Rhaetia.
Over time, this province became a county under the rule of Charlemagne, a famous emperor. The county was often divided among family members who inherited parts of it.
Joining with Vaduz
In 1437, the Lordship of Schellenberg was bought by the Counts of Vaduz. From that moment on, Schellenberg and Vaduz were essentially united. After a conflict called the Swabian War in 1499, both areas came under the protection of Austria.
Different noble families bought and sold these lands over the years. Then, in the early 1700s, the Liechtenstein dynasty bought them. This family had already been given the title of "prince" in 1706. They needed to own land that was directly under the emperor's rule to have a say in important meetings. So, in 1719, the emperor officially joined Vaduz and Schellenberg. This created the Principality of Liechtenstein, which is the country we know today.
Schellenberg During World War II
Near the end of World War II, Liechtenstein did something very brave. It offered safety to about 500 Russian soldiers. These soldiers had fought alongside the German army. This was a big deal because Liechtenstein was a poor country and it was hard for them to feed and care for so many people.
Eventually, the country of Argentina agreed to let these soldiers move there permanently. Today, there is a special monument in Hinterschellenberg called the Russian Monument. It remembers the kindness Liechtenstein showed to these soldiers during the war.
How Schellenberg is Run
Schellenberg is managed by a mayor and a council of nine people. These leaders are chosen by the people in an election every four years. The current mayor of Schellenberg is Dietmar Lampert, who started his term in 2023.
Geography of Schellenberg
Schellenberg shares its borders with several other municipalities in Liechtenstein. These include Eschen, Gamprin, Mauren, and Ruggell. It also borders the Austrian town of Feldkirch, which is in the state of Vorarlberg.
Getting Around in Schellenberg
There is a small road in Schellenberg that crosses into Austria. This border crossing is managed by border guards from both Austria and Switzerland.
Famous People from Schellenberg
- Gisela Biedermann, a doctor and politician
- Julia Hassler, an Olympic swimmer
- Fabienne Wohlwend, a motor racing driver
See also
In Spanish: Municipio de Schellenberg para niños
