Scheifling is a village in Austria in the state of Styria.
Scheifling | |
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 View of Scheifling | |
 Coat of arms | |
  Scheifling Location within Austria | |
| Coordinates: 47°09′02″N 14°24′40″E / 47.15056°N 14.41111°E | |
| Country | Austria |
| State | Styria |
| District | Murau |
| Government | |
| • Mayor | Michael Puster (SPÖ) |
| Area | |
| • Total | 57.41 km2 (22.17 sq mi) |
| Elevation | 762 m (2,500 ft) |
| Population (2018-01-01)[2] | |
| • Total | 2,134 |
| • Density | 37/km2 (96/sq mi) |
| Time zone | UTC+1 (CET) |
| • Summer (DST) | UTC+2 (CEST) |
| Postal code | 8811 |
| Area code | 03582 |
| Vehicle registration | MU |
| Website | www.scheifling. steiermark.at |
History edit
It was first mentioned 978 AD as 'Sublich'.
Culture edit
One of many riparian villages along the Mur river, Scheifling is a popular stop for bicyclists traveling along the Mur Bike Trail. It boasts several comfortable inns and restaurants, including the Gasthof Götzl-Rosenkranz (founded in the 19th century). In early July, villagers celebrate the "Scheiflinger Kirta" with live music and dancing.
References edit
- ^ "Dauersiedlungsraum der Gemeinden Politischen Bezirke und Bundesländer - Gebietsstand 1.1.2018". Statistics Austria. Retrieved 10 March 2019.
- ^ "Einwohnerzahl 1.1.2018 nach Gemeinden mit Status, Gebietsstand 1.1.2018". Statistics Austria. Retrieved 9 March 2019.
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