Griffen Postal Codes, Völkermarkt, Kärnten Austria

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

Griffen on the Map

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

What to Know About Griffen

Key Facts

Griffen is a market town located in the Völkermarkt District of Carinthia, Austria. Situated in the southern part of Austria near the Slovenian border, Griffen lies approximately 30 kilometers east of the Carinthian capital Klagenfurt. The town is nestled in the Jaun Valley at the foot of the Saualpe mountain range, giving it a picturesque alpine setting. With a population of around 3,500 residents, Griffen covers an area of approximately 75 square kilometers. The town is administratively divided into several cadastral communities including Griffen, Haberberg, and Kaunz. Griffen is particularly notable for its impressive Benedictine monastery, Stift Griffen, which dates back to the 13th century and features a beautiful baroque church. The town serves as an important local center for the surrounding rural communities, offering essential services and maintaining its historical charm. For those seeking detailed postal code information for Griffen's various neighborhoods and surrounding areas, comprehensive data is available through regional postal services.

Neighboring Regions

* Völkermarkt

* Eberndorf

* Bleiburg

* St. Kanzian am Klopeiner See

* Diex

* Ruden

* Sittersdorf