Hatzfeld lies in west Hesse 25 km northwest of Marburg and north of the Sackpfeife (674 m-high mountain) in the valley of the Eder.

The town council's 23 seats are apportioned thus, in accordance with municipal elections held on 26 March 2006: Note: The Bürgerlisten are "citizens' lists" rather than actual parties.

The current civic coat of arms was conferred in 1950, but the charges shown within it date back to the 14th century, from which time an old town seal is known.

[1] Hatzfeld maintains partnership links with the following: Tourism plays an important rôle in Reddighausen, which is a state-recognized resort with a comprehensive network of hiking trails.

There is also a combination woodlore and bird-protection path in Hatzfeld (main town), and at the Sackpfeife are found a winter sport centre, and also a summer toboggan run.