Silz, Tyrol facts for kids
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 Silz
Location in Austria
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| Country | Austria | |
| State | Tyrol | |
| District | Imst | |
| Area | ||
| • Total | 65.67 km2 (25.36 sq mi) | |
| Elevation | 654 m (2,146 ft) | |
| Time zone | UTC+1 (CET) | |
| • Summer (DST) | UTC+2 (CEST) | |
| Postal code |
6424
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| Area code | 05263 | |
| Vehicle registration | IM | |
| Website | www.silz.tirol.gv.at | |
Silz is a charming municipality in the country of Austria. It is located in the Imst district, which is part of the Tyrol state. Silz is about 15 kilometers (9 miles) east of the town of Imst. It is also 11 kilometers (7 miles) west of Telfs.
A famous ski resort called Kühtai is part of the Silz area. This means Silz is a great place for winter sports. But it's not just about skiing! In summer, many people enjoy rafting on the Inn River. Both winter and summer tourism are very important for the people living in Silz.
How Many People Live in Silz?
The number of people living in Silz has changed over many years. Here is a look at how the population has grown:
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| Year | Pop. | ±% |
| 1869 | 1,237 | — |
| 1880 | 1,271 | +2.7% |
| 1890 | 1,169 | −8.0% |
| 1900 | 1,206 | +3.2% |
| 1910 | 1,240 | +2.8% |
| 1923 | 1,212 | −2.3% |
| 1934 | 1,409 | +16.3% |
| 1939 | 1,341 | −4.8% |
| 1951 | 1,520 | +13.3% |
| 1961 | 1,782 | +17.2% |
| 1971 | 2,036 | +14.3% |
| 1981 | 2,080 | +2.2% |
| 1991 | 2,245 | +7.9% |
| 2001 | 2,373 | +5.7% |
| 2011 | 2,582 | +8.8% |
Famous People from Silz
Silz has been home to some notable individuals. One person who grew up here is:
- Helmuth Orthner (1941–2009), an American scientist who made important contributions in his field.
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