Arzl

Arzl is a municipality in the district of Imst in the Austrian state of Tyrol. It is located in the upper Inn Valley, approximately 10 kilometers west of the district capital Imst. The municipality encompasses the village of Arzl and several smaller hamlets and farms scattered across the valley floor and on the southern slopes of the Inn Valley Alps.

The area around Arzl has been inhabited since prehistoric times, with evidence of settlement dating back to the Bronze Age. The village itself is first mentioned in historical records in the late 12th century. Historically, agriculture and forestry were the primary economic activities in Arzl. The fertile valley floor provided land for farming, while the surrounding forests offered timber and fuel.

In more recent times, tourism has become an increasingly important sector for Arzl. The scenic location, with its proximity to mountain hiking and skiing areas, attracts visitors throughout the year. The village offers a parish church, St. Stephen's, which dates back to the 15th century with later Baroque modifications. Arzl is accessible via the Inn Valley Motorway (A12) and has a railway station on the Arlberg Railway line, connecting it to major cities like Innsbruck and Zurich. The municipality's geographical position and natural surroundings define its character and economic development.