Spiss, Mountain municipality in Landeck district, Austria
Spiss is a mountain municipality in the Landeck district located along the Swiss border in western Tyrol. The settlement sits at roughly 1,650 meters (5,400 feet) elevation and spans about 25 square kilometers (10 square miles).
The municipality separated from Nauders in 1547, gaining its own administrative independence. This split marked a turning point in how the Landeck region was organized.
The small community here moves between farming and welcoming visitors throughout the year. This balance shapes how the village looks and functions in the Samnaun Valley.
This location sits at high elevation and is most accessible during warmer months when mountain roads are passable. Visitors should expect limited services and plan accordingly for alpine conditions.
The municipality has only around 114 residents, making it one of Austria's least densely populated areas. This extreme isolation shapes the unspoiled landscape and quiet character of the place.
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