Scheifling
Municipality in Styria, Austria
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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 | |
| 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 | 37.17/km2 (96.27/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
It was first mentioned 978 AD as 'Sublich'.
Culture
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.
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