Feistritz ob Bleiburg was first mentioned in documents in 1261 and lies at the foot of the Petzen. Since the middle of the last century, the lead from the Petzen mining area has been melted in the lead melting furnace, which was restored in 1996. As one of the last melting furnaces dating back to the 19th century, it is a real rarity. Free visits are possible all year round (Ruttach/Schmelz). The Pirkdorfer Lake offers the possibility of bathing and relaxation.