Villach ist situated on the banks of Drau, Carinthia's biggest river. The city is close to Austria's borders with Italy and Slovenia.

Regarding turism, Villach offers a variety of vacation attractions. Faaker See and Ossiacher See, crystal-clear Alpine lakes, are close by. Dobratsch and Gerlitzen Alp are Villach's backyard Mountains and a favourite destination for sports and recreation in summer and winter alike.