Glatta

Glatta is a fictional municipality in the alpine region of Norda, created for illustration in this encyclopedia-style article. It sits in a sheltered valley along the Glatta River and covers an area of about 42 square kilometers, at an elevation around 520 meters. The climate is temperate, with snowy winters and warm summers.

Historically, Glatta appears in regional records dating to the 12th century, beginning as a shepherding hamlet that grew around a parish church and a trade route. In the 19th and early 20th centuries it developed a wood-processing industry and dairy farming, with tourism expanding after World War II because of its scenery and mountain trails.

As of the implied census, Glatta has about 3,200 residents. The population is mixed linguistically, with communities speaking a Romance language common to the region and a minority speaking a Germanic language.

Economy: The local economy centers on agriculture, dairy and timber products, small crafts, and seasonal tourism. Visitors come for hiking, winter sports, and scenic viewpoints.

Governance and culture: Glatta is administered by a municipal council and a mayor. The town hosts annual events such as a harvest festival and a winter market. The local library and cultural association support music and crafts.

Etymology: The name Glatta is thought to derive from a regional dialect term, though its exact origin is uncertain.