Time zone CET (UTC+1) Local time Thursday 7:23 PM | Elevation 510 m (1,670 ft) Postal code 6820 Population 6,239 (1 Apr 2009) | |
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Weather 14°C, Wind S at 6 km/h, 53% Humidity Points of interest Drei Schwestern, Vorarlberger Museumswelt, Gurtis‑Bazora | ||
Frastanz is a market town in the Feldkirch district in the Austrian state of Vorarlberg. It used to be known for its production of tobacco.
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Map of 6820 Frastanz, Austria
Geography
Frastanz is located on the western border of Austria, at 510 meters above sea level. It is 32.25 square km in area. 61.2% of the area is wooded.
History
In ancient times, Frastanz was situated on a Roman Road. It was also the site of the Battle of Frastanz in 1499.
Politics
The local council consists of 27 members. Fifteen seats belong to the Austrian People's Party, 8 belong to the Social Democratic Party of Austria, and 4 belong to the Freedom Party of Austria. The current mayor is Eugen Gabriel.
References
Frastanz Wikipedia(Text) CC BY-SA