Friesach Postal Codes, Sankt Veit an der Glan, Kärnten Austria

Find all official postal codes and zip codes for Friesach, located in Kärnten, Sankt Veit an der Glan, Austria. The table below lists the specific postal codes for various places, towns, and neighborhoods within Friesach to ensure your mail and packages are correctly routed.

Friesach on the Map

The map above highlights the geographic boundaries of the Friesach cities in Austria. The postal codes listed on this page correspond to specific towns, villages, and post offices within this area.

What to Know About Friesach

Key Facts

Friesach is a historic town and municipality located in the Sankt Veit an der Glan district of Carinthia, Austria. Situated in the northern part of the district, Friesach lies approximately 40 kilometers north of the Carinthian capital Klagenfurt, nestled in the Metnitz Valley of the Gurktal Alps. With a population of around 5,000 residents, Friesach covers an area of approximately 120 square kilometers, making it one of the larger municipalities in the region. The town is administratively divided into 31 cadastral communities, including the main town center and surrounding villages. Friesach holds the distinction of being Austria's oldest town, with its first documented mention dating back to 860 AD, and it boasts impressive medieval fortifications including city walls, moats, and the Petersberg Castle complex. The municipality's economy is primarily based on tourism, agriculture, and small-scale industries, with its well-preserved medieval character attracting visitors interested in historical architecture and cultural heritage. To access detailed postal code information for Friesach's various neighborhoods and surrounding villages, please explore the specific sub-regional listings available.

Neighboring Regions

* Althofen

* Guttaring

* Mölbling

* Metnitz

* Weitensfeld im Gurktal

* Straßburg

* Hüttenberg