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Tobadill
Tobadill parish church
Tobadill parish church
Coat of arms of Tobadill
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Tobadill is located in Austria
Tobadill
Tobadill
Location in Austria
Country Austria
State Tyrol
District Landeck
Area
 • Total 16.49 km2 (6.37 sq mi)
Elevation
1,136 m (3,727 ft)
Time zone UTC+1 (CET)
 • Summer (DST) UTC+2 (CEST)
Postal code
6551
Area code 05442
Vehicle registration LA

Tobadill is a small town, also called a municipality, in the Tyrol region of Austria. It is part of the Landeck area. You can find Tobadill about 4 kilometers (about 2.5 miles) west of the larger town of Landeck.

History of Tobadill

Tobadill has a long history. It was first written about in official papers way back in 1275. At that time, it was called "tabulat ill".

For many years, Tobadill was part of a nearby village called Pians. However, in 1949, Tobadill became its own separate community. This meant it could make its own decisions and manage its own affairs.

Rivers Meeting in Tobadill

One interesting natural feature of Tobadill is where two rivers meet. The Rosanna River flows from the Arlberg mountains and the Stanzertal valley. The Trisanna River comes from the Silvretta mountains and the Paznaun valley.

Both rivers are about 35 kilometers (22 miles) long. They join together in Tobadill to form a new river called the Sanna (Inn). This meeting point is known as a "confluence."

Tourism and Fun Activities

Tourism is very important for the people living in Tobadill. It is the main way they earn money. Many visitors come to enjoy the beautiful natural surroundings.

One popular activity in the area is kayaking. The rivers provide exciting opportunities for people who love water sports. The stunning mountain views also attract hikers and nature lovers.

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