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'''Tulln an der Donau''' (''Tulln on the ]'') is a town in the ]n ] of ], and the seat of the ]. Because of its abundance of parks and other green spaces, Tulln is often referred to as ''Blumenstadt'', meaning ''city of flowers''. While the town is surrounded by the Tullnerfeld flatland, almost all of its built-up area is located on the southern bank of the Danube. '''Tulln an der Donau''' ({{literal translation|Tulln on the ]}}) is a historic town in the ]n state of ], the administrative seat of ]. Because of its abundance of parks and gardens, Tulln is often referred to as ''Blumenstadt'' ("City of Flowers"), and "The City of Togetherness" following the initiative of Peter Eisenschenk, Mayor of Tulln.

==Geography==
The town is situated in the centre of the ] stretching to the ] in the south, about {{convert|40|km|mi}} northwest of the Austrian capital ]. The main part of its built-up area is located on the southern bank of the Danube river.

===Populated places===
The municipality of Tulln an der Donau consists of the following ]: Frauenhofen, Langenlebarn-Oberaigen, Langenlebarn-Unteraigen, Mollersdorf, Neuaigen, Nitzing, Staasdorf, Trübensee, and Tulln Proper; while further subdivided into populated places (with population in brackets as of 1 January 2022).

* Frauenhofen (104)
* Langenlebarn-Oberaigen (1465)
* Langenlebarn-Unteraigen (1026)
* Mollersdorf (168)
* Neuaigen (547)
* Nitzing (373)
* Staasdorf (250)
* Trübensee (131)
* '''Tulln an der Donau''' (12.492)


==History== ==History==
Tulln is one of the oldest towns in Austria. Although it was settled in pre-Roman times (the name ''Tulln'' is presumably a ] word), it gained importance as the ] fort of ] (Comagenis). In the final years of Roman rule, ] is said to have visited the city, saving it from the ]s. Tulln is one of the oldest towns in Austria. Although it was settled in pre-Roman times (the name ''Tulln'' is presumably of ] origin), it gained importance as the ] fort of ] (Comagenis). In the final years of Roman rule, ] is said to have visited the city, saving it from the ]s.


The town was first mentioned as ''Tullina'' in an 859 deed, when the area was part of the ] ''marcha orientalis''. It gained importance as a residence of the noble ], ruling as ] from 976 onwards. Tulln lost its significance after the Babenbergs relocated their residence to Vienna.
In 859, the town was first mentioned as ''Tullina'' in a document. It gained importance as a residence to the ] Margraves, fading as ] eventually grew. On September 6, 1683, the Polish army united here with Imperial (Austrian) forces, as well as troops from Saxony, Bavaria, Baden, Franconia and Swabia, for the ]. The 20th century was another period of growth, and in 1986, Tulln applied to become capital of Lower Austria, although ] eventually won.

On 6 September 1683 the ] cavalry of King ] united here with ] (]) forces, as well as troops from ], ] and ] for the ] against the invading army of the ]. The 20th century was another period of growth, and in 1986, Tulln applied to become capital of Lower Austria, although ] eventually won.


==Tulln today== ==Tulln today==
An important ] producing plant, ''Agrana Austria'', is located in Tulln. Several important trade fairs, including camping equipment and boat shows, also take place in the town. Various state institutions of Lower Austria, such as the fire brigade or the disaster relief service, have their seat in Tulln. The Federal School of Aviation is also located in Tulln. An important ] producing plant, ''Agrana Austria'', is located in Tulln. Several important trade fairs, including camping equipment and boat shows, also take place in the town. Various state institutions of Lower Austria, such as the fire brigade or the disaster relief service, have their seat in Tulln. The Federal School of Aviation is also located in Tulln.


The 37-seat town council is dominated by the ], which holds 22 mandates. The town administration has lately carried out extensive urban traffic reform, extensively changing traffic lights with roundabouts, of which Tulln now has 22. Two bridges span the Danube in Tulln. The ] crosses the Danube in Tulln, continuing via ] to ]. '']'', a Viennese daily newspaper, is produced in Tulln. The 37-seat town council is dominated by the ], which currently holds 19 mandates. The town administration has lately carried out extensive urban traffic reform, extensively changing traffic lights with roundabouts, of which Tulln now has 22. Two bridges span the Danube in Tulln. The ] crosses the Danube in Tulln, continuing via ] to ]. '']'', a Viennese daily newspaper, is produced in Tulln.


==Sights== ==Sights==
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*According to the ], it was in Tulln that ] saw ] and proposed to her. A fountain, the ''Nibelungen-Brunnen'' ("the Nibelungen Fountain") was dedicated to this event in 2005.
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* According to the '']'', it was in Tulln that ] saw ] (the ''Nibelungenlied''{{'}}s name for ]) and proposed to her. A fountain, the ''Nibelungen-Brunnen'' ("the Nibelungen Fountain") was dedicated to this event in 2005.
* The ship ''Regentag'' by ] is riding at anchor by the ] as a part of a modern art museum here since 2004. It was first heard of in the short documentary '']'' (1972).
* In 2008 a shopping mall, called ''Rosenarcade'' was built.
* ] is a well known lake in Tulln with many visitors and tourists during spring and summer time.
* ''Minoritenkloster'', a convent.
* A 4th-century Roman tower.


== Notable citizens ==
*In 2008 a supermarket, called ''Rosenarcade'' hast been built.
], 1918]]

* ] (1887–1970), choral conductor, vocal teacher and composer
*] is a well known lake in Tulln with many visitors during spring and summer time.
* ] (1890–1918), Austrian painter, the museum '']'' is dedicated to him.

* ] (1911–1947), convicted and hanged ] criminal, Nazi commandant of ].
==Notable citizens==
* ] (born 1964), painter; acclaimed as the ''"Painter of the Ballet-Stars"''
*The famous Austrian painter ] was born in Tulln, and a museum ('']'') is dedicated to him. Other important sights include a convent (''Minoritenkloster''), several churches, and a 4th century Roman tower.
* ] (born 1970), mathematician; works at the ], Vienna
*] (24 August 1911 - 4 February, 1947 in Vienna), convicted and hanged ] criminal, commandant of the ].
* ] (born 1972), jazz guitarist and composer
* ] (born 1972), actress
* ] (born 1979), jazz trumpeter
=== Sport ===
* ] (born 1968), alpine skier, bronze medallist at the ]
* ] (born 1972), a retired Paralympic cyclist, multiple ] medallist
* ] (born 1987), football player, played 108 games for ]
* ] (born 1989), professional wrestler
* ] (born 1992), footballer who has played over 350 games
* ] (born 1992), ski jumper, team silver medallist at the ]
* ] (born 1994), footballer who has played over 360 games


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Latest revision as of 17:10, 21 December 2024

Municipality in Lower Austria, Austria
Tulln an der Donau
Municipality
Main square with Marian columnMain square with Marian column
Coat of arms of Tulln an der DonauCoat of arms
Tulln an der Donau is located in AustriaTulln an der DonauTulln an der DonauLocation within Austria
Coordinates: 48°20′N 16°03′E / 48.333°N 16.050°E / 48.333; 16.050
CountryAustria
StateLower Austria
DistrictTulln
Government
 • MayorPeter Eisenschenk (ÖVP)
Area
 • Total72.22 km (27.88 sq mi)
Elevation180 m (590 ft)
Population
 • Total16,197
 • Density220/km (580/sq mi)
Time zoneUTC+1 (CET)
 • Summer (DST)UTC+2 (CEST)
Postal code3425, 3430
Area code02272
Vehicle registrationTU
Websitewww.tulln.at

Tulln an der Donau (lit. 'Tulln on the Danube') is a historic town in the Austrian state of Lower Austria, the administrative seat of Tulln District. Because of its abundance of parks and gardens, Tulln is often referred to as Blumenstadt ("City of Flowers"), and "The City of Togetherness" following the initiative of Peter Eisenschenk, Mayor of Tulln.

Geography

The town is situated in the centre of the Tulln Basin stretching to the Vienna Woods in the south, about 40 kilometres (25 mi) northwest of the Austrian capital Vienna. The main part of its built-up area is located on the southern bank of the Danube river.

Populated places

The municipality of Tulln an der Donau consists of the following cadastral communities: Frauenhofen, Langenlebarn-Oberaigen, Langenlebarn-Unteraigen, Mollersdorf, Neuaigen, Nitzing, Staasdorf, Trübensee, and Tulln Proper; while further subdivided into populated places (with population in brackets as of 1 January 2022).

  • Frauenhofen (104)
  • Langenlebarn-Oberaigen (1465)
  • Langenlebarn-Unteraigen (1026)
  • Mollersdorf (168)
  • Neuaigen (547)
  • Nitzing (373)
  • Staasdorf (250)
  • Trübensee (131)
  • Tulln an der Donau (12.492)

History

Tulln is one of the oldest towns in Austria. Although it was settled in pre-Roman times (the name Tulln is presumably of Celtic origin), it gained importance as the Roman fort of Comagena (Comagenis). In the final years of Roman rule, Saint Severinus of Noricum is said to have visited the city, saving it from the barbarians.

The town was first mentioned as Tullina in an 859 deed, when the area was part of the Bavarian marcha orientalis. It gained importance as a residence of the noble House of Babenberg, ruling as Austrian margraves from 976 onwards. Tulln lost its significance after the Babenbergs relocated their residence to Vienna.

On 6 September 1683 the Polish cavalry of King John III Sobieski united here with Imperial (Austrian) forces, as well as troops from Saxony, Bavaria and Baden for the Battle of Vienna against the invading army of the Ottoman Empire. The 20th century was another period of growth, and in 1986, Tulln applied to become capital of Lower Austria, although Sankt Pölten eventually won.

Tulln today

An important sugar producing plant, Agrana Austria, is located in Tulln. Several important trade fairs, including camping equipment and boat shows, also take place in the town. Various state institutions of Lower Austria, such as the fire brigade or the disaster relief service, have their seat in Tulln. The Federal School of Aviation is also located in Tulln.

The 37-seat town council is dominated by the Austrian People's Party, which currently holds 19 mandates. The town administration has lately carried out extensive urban traffic reform, extensively changing traffic lights with roundabouts, of which Tulln now has 22. Two bridges span the Danube in Tulln. The Franz Josef Railway crosses the Danube in Tulln, continuing via Krems an der Donau to Gmünd. Der Standard, a Viennese daily newspaper, is produced in Tulln.

Sights

Nibelungen-Fountain
Altar of Minoriten-Church
  • According to the Nibelungenlied, it was in Tulln that Attila the Hun saw Kriemhild (the Nibelungenlied's name for Gudrun) and proposed to her. A fountain, the Nibelungen-Brunnen ("the Nibelungen Fountain") was dedicated to this event in 2005.
  • The ship Regentag by Friedensreich Hundertwasser is riding at anchor by the Danube as a part of a modern art museum here since 2004. It was first heard of in the short documentary Hundertwasser's Rainy Day (1972).
  • In 2008 a shopping mall, called Rosenarcade was built.
  • Aubad is a well known lake in Tulln with many visitors and tourists during spring and summer time.
  • Minoritenkloster, a convent.
  • A 4th-century Roman tower.

Notable citizens

Egon Schiele, 1918

Sport

References

  1. "Dauersiedlungsraum der Gemeinden Politischen Bezirke und Bundesländer - Gebietsstand 1.1.2018". Statistics Austria. Retrieved 10 March 2019.
  2. "Einwohnerzahl 1.1.2018 nach Gemeinden mit Status, Gebietsstand 1.1.2018". Statistics Austria. Retrieved 9 March 2019.

External links

Municipalities in the district of Tulln
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