Scheifling Explained

Scheifling
Settlement Type:Municipality
Pushpin Map:Austria
Pushpin Mapsize:270
Pushpin Map Caption:Location within Austria
Coordinates:47.1506°N 14.4111°W
Subdivision Type:Country
Subdivision Name:Austria
Subdivision Type1:State
Subdivision Name1:Styria
Subdivision Type2:District
Subdivision Name2:Murau
Parts Style:para
Leader Title:Mayor
Leader Name:Michael Puster
Elevation M:762
Population Density Km2:auto
Timezone:CET
Timezone Dst:CEST
Utc Offset:+1
Utc Offset Dst:+2
Registration Plate:MU
Postal Code Type:Postal code
Postal Code:8811
Area Code Type:Area code
Area Code:03582
Website:www.scheifling.
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Scheifling is a village in Austria in the state of Styria.

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.