Scharnitz, Mountain municipality in Innsbruck-Land district, Austria.
Scharnitz extends across 158 square kilometers at an elevation of 964 meters, containing ten distinct sections including Au, Eisack, and Gießenbach.
The settlement developed during the Middle Ages as a strategic point along the commercial route connecting Germany with Italy through the Alpine passes.
The Scharnitzer Adventmarkt in December brings together local residents and guests for traditional markets featuring regional products and communal activities.
The municipal administration provides essential services through their contact number +43 5213 5204 and email address gemeinde@scharnitz.gv.at for resident inquiries.
Scharnitz marks the western entrance to Hinterau valley, where the River Isar originates among the mountains of Tyrol.
Location: Innsbruck-Land District
Elevation above the sea: 964 m
Shares border with: Innsbruck, Seefeld in Tirol, Zirl, Absam, Vomp, Mittenwald, Leutasch, Hötting
Email: gemeinde@scharnitz.tirol.gv.at
Website: https://scharnitz.tirol.gv.at
GPS coordinates: 47.38833,11.26500
Latest update: May 27, 2025 13:25
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