Telfes facts for kids
Quick facts for kids
Telfes im Stubai
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 Telfes im Stubai
Location in Austria
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| Country | Austria | |
| State | Tyrol | |
| District | Innsbruck Land | |
| Area | ||
| • Total | 27.38 km2 (10.57 sq mi) | |
| Elevation | 987 m (3,238 ft) | |
| Time zone | UTC+1 (CET) | |
| • Summer (DST) | UTC+2 (CEST) | |
| Postal code |
6165
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| Area code | 05225 | |
| Vehicle registration | IL | |
| Website | www.gemeinde-telfes.at | |
Telfes (officially Telfes im Stubai) is a lovely village in the Tyrol region of Austria. It is part of the Innsbruck Land area. You can find it in the beautiful Stubaital valley, about 11 kilometers (7 miles) south of the city of Innsbruck.
Telfes is located 987 meters (3,238 feet) above sea level. It covers an area of about 27.38 square kilometers (10.57 square miles). The village is made up of several smaller areas. These include Telfes, Gagers, Kapfers, Plöven, and Luimes.
The coat of arms for Telfes shows a lynx. This animal is a type of wild cat.
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Telfes' Location and Landscape
Telfes is found in the front part of the Stubaital valley. It sits on the sunny left side of the Ruetz river. The village is nestled among mountains, making it a great place for outdoor activities.
Mountain Activities
The area around Telfes is perfect for hiking and skiing. You can visit the Schlick area, which is a well-known spot for both. There are alpine inns like Schlickeralm and Zirmach. These places offer food and rest for visitors. You can also find Froneben and Sennjoch higher up on the ridge.
A Look at Telfes' Past
The name "Telfes" comes from an old language. It means "usable soil," showing that the land was good for farming. The village was first written about in a document in the year 1133.
Telfes' Early Importance
Telfes used to be an important place for the Stubaital valley. It was where the local court was located. This meant that important decisions and legal matters for the valley were handled here. However, in 1690, the court moved to the nearby village of Mieders.
The Blacksmith Trade
Since 1541, the craft of blacksmithing has been important in Telfes. Blacksmiths work with metal, shaping it into tools and other items. Later, people in Telfes also started producing iron. This trade helped the village become wealthy. You can still see pictures of iron producers on old farms in Telfes. These pictures remind everyone of the village's rich history.
People of Telfes
The people who live in Telfes are called Telfer. This is a special name because of the village's old language roots.
Famous People from Telfes
One well-known person from Telfes is Andreas Kofler. He is a famous Austrian ski jumper. Ski jumping is a winter sport where athletes slide down a ramp and then jump as far as they can.
Telfes' Population Over Time
The number of people living in Telfes has changed a lot over the years. This table shows how the population has grown.
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| Year | Pop. | ±% |
| 1869 | 502 | — |
| 1880 | 468 | −6.8% |
| 1890 | 474 | +1.3% |
| 1900 | 444 | −6.3% |
| 1910 | 458 | +3.2% |
| 1923 | 506 | +10.5% |
| 1934 | 559 | +10.5% |
| 1939 | 552 | −1.3% |
| 1951 | 686 | +24.3% |
| 1961 | 649 | −5.4% |
| 1971 | 987 | +52.1% |
| 1981 | 1,069 | +8.3% |
| 1991 | 1,192 | +11.5% |
| 2001 | 1,369 | +14.8% |
| 2011 | 1,449 | +5.8% |
See also
In Spanish: Telfes im Stubai para niños
