Vaduz Castle
Region: Vaduz
Medieval castle
National symbol where princely family resides, overlooking town
Tourism in Liechtenstein
Explore notable sights and destinations in this country
Tourist attractions
Liechtenstein National Museum
Region: Vaduz
Cultural heritage
Comprehensive museum covering archaeology to folk materials
Liechtenstein Art Museum
Region: Vaduz
Modern architecture
Black cube building exhibiting modern and contemporary art
Gutenberg Castle
Region: Balzers
Medieval castle
12th-century stone castle atop hill, interior open in summer
Red House (Rotes Haus)
Region: Vaduz
Historic building
16th-century wine farmer residence popular as photo spot
Malbun Ski Resort
Region: Malbun
Nature
Country''s only ski area and winter leisure center
Rhine Old Wooden Bridge
Region: Vaduz-Sevelen
Historic structure
1901 covered wooden bridge for casual border crossing
Hofkellerei (Princely Winery)
Region: Vaduz
Food culture
Princely-operated cellar offering wine tasting tours
Eschnerberg Nature Trail
Region: Eschen
Hiking
15km trail connecting medieval ruins and observation points
Gampriner Seele Nature Reserve
Region: Ruggell
Nature
Eco-spot where wild birds gather at glacial lake and wetlands
Suggested itineraries
Day Trip Highlights Course
Duration (days): 1
Highlights: Vaduz Castle exterior, National Museum, Old wooden bridge, Princely wine tasting
Compact tour of main sights from Zurich on foot
2-Night 3-Day Culture & Alps Experience
Duration (days): 3
Highlights: Art museum, Gutenberg Castle, Malbun hiking, Schaan Old Town
Weekend trip balancing history and nature
Winter Snow Sports & Hot Springs Tour
Duration (days): 4
Highlights: Malbun skiing, Balzers Castle light-up, Nearby Bad Ragaz hot springs
Winter vacation plan crossing borders to enjoy Swiss hot springs
Travel tips
- Currency is Swiss Franc but euros accepted at some shops
- About 1.5 hours by train and bus from Zurich Airport
- No passport checks within Schengen Area, but memorial stamps available at tourist information
- Shops closed Sundays and holidays, shop before
- One-day zone tickets convenient for public transport
- Tap water is safe Alpine spring water
- Carry rain gear for sudden weather changes during hiking
- Winter road chain regulations require rental cars with winter equipment
- Credit card usage high, but mountain huts may be cash-only
- Medical costs high, travel insurance recommended
- Drone photography prohibited around castle areas
- Take garbage home as principle, few public bins
- Free public Wi-Fi at tourist information and major cafes
- Small country requires early hotel reservations
- Bus stops show real-time displays with English annotations
- Tipping culture modest, rounding up suffices