EXPLORE, LEARN, PLAY: FREE EDUCATIONAL OPPORTUNITIES FOR KIDS IN VILLACH
Parents, did you know there are free opportunities to spark your child’s curiosity in Villach?
Whether your little ones are just starting school or already budding explorers, there are fun, educational magazines and activities available—and many of them are free!
1. INGO SPÜRNASEN-MAGAZINE AT INTERSPAR
The popular INGO Spürnasen-Magazine is available for free at INTERSPAR markets and restaurants. Published four times a year—spring, summer, autumn, and winter— this colorful magazine is packed with kid-friendly knowledge, puzzles, comics, and activities. It is perfect for children who love learning through play!
Each edition focuses on a different theme: For example, the autumn 2025 issue takes kids behind the scenes of a school notebook factory. Families can pick up the magazine at the entrance, near the flyers, or at the checkout, while supplies last. Missed an issue? Don’t worry—current and past editions can be downloaded from the INGO archive and read online anytime.
2. MEDIZINI – THE KIDS’ MAGAZINE AT YOUR LOCAL PHARMACY
Medizini is a monthly children’s magazine available for free in many Villach pharmacies. Designed to nurture curiosity, it offers playful, engaging explanations about nature, animals, history, technology, and the human body.
Loved for its colorful posters and child-friendly storytelling, Medizini is a great way to spark interest in learning. Parents can simply pick up the latest issue during their next pharmacy visit. Families can also find a sneak peek of the current edition, along with information about upcoming issues and publication dates online. Please note that the full magazine is available exclusively in pharmacies.
3. AK LIBRARY VILLACH – LIBRARY ACCESS & WICHTELWERKSTATT
The AK Library card gives families unlimited access to both the Villach and Klagenfurt libraries of the Chamber of Labour (“Arbeiterkammer” | AK). With this card, you can borrow more than 15,000 books, magazines, movies, audiobooks, Tonies, CDs, and games, offering a wide range of educational and entertaining materials for all ages. The card costs a one-time fee of €10 for adults, while it is completely free for children, teenagers under 18, students, and apprentices. Registration is available on-site or online, making it easy for families to explore the full collection.
As a seasonal highlight, the AK Library in Villach hosts the Wichtelwerkstatt during Advent, a festive program where children aged 4–8 can enjoy storytelling, Kasperltheater performances, and creative crafting sessions.
In addition to free resources, there are many paid magazines and reading subscriptions can nurture children’s curiosity. The School Library Portal offers an up-to-date overview of dozens of children’s magazines and publications. Parents can explore the full list and discover options suited to their child’s age and interests here.
From magazines to library treasures and hands-on activities, Villach offers plenty of (free) opportunities to make learning fun and accessible. Whether for rainy days, weekend adventures, or simply sparking curiosity at home, they are the perfect tools for any parent looking to nurture their child’s love of discovery and learning.