Tristach facts for kids
Quick facts for kids
Tristach
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View from the west
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Location within Lienz district
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 Tristach
Location in Austria
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| Country | Austria | |
| State | Tyrol | |
| District | Lienz | |
| Area | ||
| • Total | 18.8 km2 (7.3 sq mi) | |
| Elevation | 672 m (2,205 ft) | |
| Time zone | UTC+1 (CET) | |
| • Summer (DST) | UTC+2 (CEST) | |
| Postal code |
9900
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| Area code | 04852 | |
| Vehicle registration | LZ | |
| Website | www.tristach.at | |
Tristach is a charming village located in the Lienz area of Austria. It's part of the beautiful Tyrol region, known for its stunning mountains and clear lakes. Tristach is a great place to explore nature and enjoy outdoor activities.
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Discovering Tristach's Location
Tristach is nestled in a scenic part of Austria. It stretches from the Drava river valley all the way up into the mountains.
Mountains and Borders
To the south, Tristach reaches the impressive Große Sandspitze mountain. This mountain is part of the Gailtal Alps, also known as the Lienz Dolomites. This mountain range also forms the border with the state of Carinthia.
Tristacher See: A Special Lake
One of the most exciting features of Tristach is the Tristacher See. This is the only lake in the entire East Tyrol area where you can go swimming! It's a popular spot for locals and visitors to cool off in the summer.
How Many People Live in Tristach?
The population of Tristach has grown quite a bit over the years. More and more people are choosing to live in this lovely village.
Population Growth Over Time
Here's a look at how the number of people living in Tristach has changed:
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| Year | Pop. | ±% |
| 1869 | 323 | — |
| 1880 | 351 | +8.7% |
| 1890 | 355 | +1.1% |
| 1900 | 354 | −0.3% |
| 1910 | 357 | +0.8% |
| 1923 | 373 | +4.5% |
| 1934 | 446 | +19.6% |
| 1939 | 518 | +16.1% |
| 1951 | 672 | +29.7% |
| 1961 | 655 | −2.5% |
| 1971 | 895 | +36.6% |
| 1981 | 1,105 | +23.5% |
| 1991 | 1,181 | +6.9% |
| 2001 | 1,243 | +5.2% |
| 2012 | 1,410 | +13.4% |
As you can see, the population has steadily increased, showing that Tristach is a growing community.
