Flachau

Template:Infobox Ort in Österreich Flachau is a village in the district of St. Johann im Pongau in Salzburg, Austria, with a population of 2625 (2001 census). Its numerous skiing facilities are part of the Ski Amadé network of ski areas, the largest in Europe.

History

Up into the 19^th century, Flachau was a center of iron smelting in the Pongau district. Remains of the works have since been demolished, and only street and house names remain as reminders.

Notable citizens

• Hermann Maier (* 1972 in Flachau; skier (four-time World Cup winner, Olympic gold medalist)
• Kaspar Steger, Captain (1780–1858); Leader of the Radstadt Fusiliers fighting French and Bavarian Forces in the War of the Fifth Coalition (1809)

External links

• Official page
• Flachau tourist authority