Christian Scheider
Profile
Christian Scheider is an Austrian politician currently serving as the Mayor of Klagenfurt. He has had a long career in Carinthian politics, having previously served as a member of the Carinthian Landtag and as mayor from 2009 to 2015 before returning to the office in 2021. Throughout his career, Scheider has been associated with several political parties, including the FPÖ, BZÖ, and Team Kärnten, before founding the Free Social Citizens' Party (FSP) in 2025. Known for his populist style, he has navigated various local political controversies, including disputes over municipal administration and financial management.
Details
- Born
- 1964-02-21 · 62 years old
- Birth place
- Klagenfurt, Austria
- Education
- Heeressport- und Nahkampf-Schule, Vienna
- Career
- Tennis player, tennis coach, civil servant in the Carinthian state government
