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Although Liechtenstein is very small, and for most people just a place to pass
through while traveling to somewhere else, this little Liechtenstein has several interesting tourist opportunities.
In Valduz, the lower Liechtenstein, and the Alpine regions there are numerous hotels and guest houses luring
visitors for an overnight. You should stop, rather than drive through, and stay awhile. You may just find
out you will be glad you did. While you are there take the time to visit the castles of Vaduz and Gutenberg
(overlooking the Balzers), the ruins of several fortresses, and the local scenery. You can also enjoy
yourself listening to the numerous local brass bands as well as the operetta societies of Vaduz and Balzers.
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General Information on Liechtenstein
You may want to make the Principality
of Liechtenstein your first stop. Additionally, try these sites:
- Lonely Planet's Destination Liechtenstein is loaded with possibilities for this sleepy, out-of-the-way kind of place.
- Liechtenstein News has updates on the royals, jobs, hotels and tourism, and, of course, those ever co colorful stamps!
- Excite Travel's Liechtenstein has a lot of good links on Liechtenstein's hotels, languages (with a useful language guide), health information, and more.
- Liechtenstein's Government also has a lot of good information and links.
The Principality of Liechtenstein is a constitutional hereditary monarchy on a parliamentary and democratic basis. It is situated in the heart of Europe between Switzerland and Austria and is often no more than a lunch break for first-time visitors on a tour of the area.
About 30,000 persons in all, of whom some 38 percent are foreign nationals, live in Liechtenstein. The State language is German but the population speak an Alemannic dialect. Liechtenstein lies in the Central European time zone and its currency is the Swiss franc.
Annual precipitation is between 1050 and 1200 mm, depending on measurement point location. Temperatures in summer are between 20 and 30oC and in winter seldom fall below -15oC. The nearest airport is Zurich-Kloten (about 130 km or 80 miles from Vaduz). The two rail stations of Sargans and Buchs are only a few minutes away by car from Liechtenstein and can be easily reached via the public bus service. The Liechtenstein Tourist Office will be pleased to provide more detailed information (P.O. Box 139, FL-9490 Liechtenstein , Tel.: +4175 / 392.11.11.
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Getting To Liechtenstein
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Getting Around in Liechtenstein
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Some Things to See and Do in Liechtenstein
Skiing is popular in Liechtenstein and winter
sports are concentrated in two areas, Malbun (1600 above sea-level) and Steg
(1300 above sea-level). In Malbun, there are two chair lifts, four ski lifts,
one toboggan run and a well- maintained network of footpaths. A loipe,
10.5 km long, has been laid out for cross-country skiing enthusiasts and
includes an oval area, 1.7 km long, which is illuminated for use at night. There
is also a nice toboggan run of 1 km in length from the Suecka restaurant in Steg
which is also lighted.
While you are here you will want to visit one of the museums of Liechtenstein that will warm the hearts of stamp collectors. There are also museums with items of ancient and modern art and of life in Liechtenstein in the past. Therefore, it is recommended you visit the State Art Collection, the National Museum, the Postage Stamp Museum and the Ski Museum.
Valduz Castle makes a nice interlude while you are there. When Prince Johann Adam I of Liechtenstein purchased the County of Vaduz he became the fifth owner of Vaduz Castle, which was originally built during the 14th century. Over the years the castle has been used as a barracks, a prison, restaurant and as the seat of administration. During the period 1904 to 1914, the then Reigning Prince John II renovated the castle. Reigning Prince Franz-Josef II was the first prince to take permanent residence during 1938 in Liechtenstein, as Austria had been annexed by the Nazis.
Mountain climbing, rambling, angling, hunting, swimming, riding, cycling, tennis, squash, billiards, alpine skiing, cross-country skiing, skating and tobogganing are only some of the leisure activities which can be pursued in Liechtenstein. So, rather than make it just a lunch stop, stay a few days and enjoy the place!
Cities and Towns in Liechtenstein
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Suggestions for Accommodations in Liechtenstein
There is a pretty good range of hotel
accommodation in Liechtenstein for just about every budget. Most of the
hotels are found in Vaduz, Schaan and Triesenberg (Malbun) which are the places
most popular with tourists. But overnight stays at hotels or private homes
are possible in practically all the villages.
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Suggestions for Dining in Liechtenstein
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Some Favorites in Liechtenstein
You have to stop at the post office and have your passport stamped while you are here. It is the prettiest passport stamp in my passport book. And, worth the price! Yep-you have to pay to have it stamped!
Some Interesting Links About Liechtenstein
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