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Princely Moments 2 Princely Moments Princely Moments 3 Princely moments 2 Princely moments Princely moments 3 Hoi and welcome “Hoi” is the word you will hear the most during your time in Liechtenstein. It means “hello” and, with a warm smile on the speaker’s lips, it stands for “nice to see you”. It also means “welcome to Liechtenstein” and is an invitation to find out more about our country and culture. Immerse yourself in the diversity of this small country. Explore its beautiful nature, discover its myths and legends, learn about local history and culture in the museums, enjoy the many outdoor activities and experience the vibrant economy. We look forward to welcoming you! → tourismus.li/en 4 Princely moments The Princely Family. A modern monarchy Princely House as his representative and The Princely House of Liechten- entrusted him with the affairs stein is one of the oldest of state. noble families in Europe and a highly successful family of Vaduz Castle entrepreneurs. Its art collection The approximately 700-year- is one of the most important old castle has been owned private collections in the world. by the Princes of Liechtenstein Prince Hans-Adam II is the since 1712. Since 1938 it has first Prince to be born in Liech- been the official residence of tenstein. On 15 August 2004 the Princely Family and there- he appointed the Hereditary fore cannot be visited. Prince Alois, who is married → fuerstenhaus.li/en to Duchess Sophie in Bavaria, Princely moments 5 38 500 160 km² inhabitants More than 40 % of the Liechtenstein is the country is covered in smallest country in the forest. Just 11 % is used German-speaking for resi dential purposes. region. 11 municipalities Vaduz is the capital Climate of Liechtenstein. zone The average Tourism temperature is quite Liechtenstein welcomes high at 10° C. more than 600 000 visitors from around the Form of world each year. government Constitutional hereditary monarchy on a democratic and parliamentary basis. Multicultural Despite its small size, Liechtenstein is home to people from 108 nations. Swiss franc Safety & security Euro or dollar? Neither! Since 1924 Liechten- Liechtenstein has one of stein has used the Swiss franc as its official the lowest levels of crime currency, though euros are also accepted. anywhere in the world. 6 Princely moments The history of Liechtenstein 1699 Prince Johann Adam I of Liechtenstein purchases the Dominion of Schellenberg and 1712 the County of Vaduz 1719 They form the Imperial Principality of Liechtenstein 1924 Customs Treaty with Switzerland, Currency: Swiss franc 1975 Joined OSCE 1978 Joined the Council of Europe 1990 Joined the United Nations (UN) 1991 Full member of EFTA 1995 Joined the EEA and WTO 2004 Prince Hans-Adam II appointed the Hereditary Prince Alois as his representative 2019 Liechtenstein celebrates its 300th birthday Princely moments 7 Hiking the history of a country. The Liechtenstein Trail Measuring a total of 75 kilo- pality. Due to the length of the metres in length, the Liechten- route, we recommend dividing stein Trail leads through all it up into several stages. Don’t eleven of Liechtenstein’s forget to download the app municipalities and connects the “LIstory”, which brings the mul- principality’s most beautiful tifaceted history of the country and interesting sights while at to life and invites visitors to the same time explaining the embark on a journey of disco- history of Liechtenstein via the very through the past, present app “LIstory” (Liechtenstein and future of Liechtenstein. History). For more The Liechtenstein Trail has information starting points in each munici- liechtensteintrail.li 8 Princely moments Kunstmuseum Liechtenstein with Hilti Art Foundation. Vaduz Culture Trail Kunstmuseum Liechtenstein visit in its own right, the exhi- with Hilti Art Foundation bition of the Liechtenstein The Kunstmuseum Liechtenstein National Museum invites visitors showcases modern and contem- to travel through the history, porary art. The Hilti Art Founda- culture and nature of the coun- tion is attached to the museum try. The museum also hosts and displays outstanding exam- excellent special exhibitions on ples of classical modern art. selected topics. → kunstmuseum.li → landesmuseum.li Liechtenstein Postal Museum National Museum Liechtenstein Spread over three different More than 100 years of phila- buildings, each well worth a telic history told through Princely moments 9 The Princely Crown of the Treasure Chamber. numerous original designs, Sculpture Park proofs and historical docu- Open-air sculpture park in ments. Admission is free. the pedestrianised center of → postmuseum.li Vaduz with renowned works by Fernando Botero, Nag Treasure Chamber Arnoldi and many other artists. The exhibition displays unique and precious objects including the Princely Crown, original moon rocks from the Apollo 11 and 17 missions and the famous “Apple Blossom Egg” by Fabergé. → schatzkammer.li 10 Princely moments View over the vineyards towards Vaduz Castle. Cultural highlights Vaduz Castle Princely Theatre Since the Liechtenstein family Experience a cinematic insight took up residence there in into Vaduz Castle and take a 1938, the castle has been look at life behind the castle closed to the public. However, walls. A princely experience that it is the most photographed will crown your visit to Vaduz. landmark in Liechtenstein. → alteskino.li/en The Red House in Vaduz is an excellent place for taking photos of the castle. Princely moments 11 The medieval Red House in Vaduz. Princely Wine Cellar Information The Princely Wine Cellar The Liechtenstein Center in invites visitors to walk through Vaduz and the Malbun Center the Prince’s private vineyard are open daily from 9 am and sample his fine wines in until 5 pm. At the Liechtenstein a stylish setting. Center in Vaduz visitors have → hofkellerei.li the opportunity to buy souve- nirs and gifts 365 days a year. Food & drink Liechtenstein offers food and drink for every budget with its various cafés, restaurants and take-away services. → tourismus.li/en 12 Princely moments View from Tuass. Summer in Liechtenstein Explore the mountains summit experiences at up Liechtenstein is the only coun- to 2600 metres above sea level try that lies entirely in the but also easy paths down in Alps. There are few places the valley leading through that this is more apparent than nature reserves, idyllic land- on the 400 km of well-main- scapes and along the Rhine tained and signposted hiking dam forming part of the border trails. Classics such as the with Switzerland. Princess Gina Trail, the Three → tourismus.li/hiking Sisters (Drei Schwestern) and the Fürstensteig are just Summer experiences three of the unforgettable As well as themed walking trails high alpine hiking routes. such as the Wals Fable Trail or Liechtenstein offers not only the Detective Trail, Princely moments 13 Forst high-rope adventure park. there are many other unfor- Liechtenstein Trail. More gettable experiences out and information is available online about in the fresh air. How and from the Liechtenstein about discovering a castle ruin Center in Vaduz. yourself, swinging through → tourismus.li/summer treetops in the rope park, walk- ing with alpacas or hiking with an eagle? The Citytrain in Vaduz also offers an entertain- ing and interesting tour of all the sights in Vaduz. Or dis- Visit tourismus.li/hiking to cover the country on foot download our free hiking with the help of an app as a guide containing 21 walks travel companion on the and hikes. 14 Princely moments Sareis sun terrace. Winter adventures Snowsure, family-friendly, idyllic – the mountain village of Malbun at around 1600 Malbun-Steg offers metres above sea level invites pure winter fun: you to enjoy a skiing holiday – skiing & snowboarding with princely moments. – tobogganing/sledging The highest village in Liechten- – ice skating stein, Malbun, is located in – ice climbing a small valley basin and offers – snowshoeing 23 kilometres of perfectly – winter walking groomed ski slopes. Its altitude – ski touring ensures excellent snow – cross-country skiing conditions throughout the and much more. season. → tourismus.li/wintertime Liechtenstein all inclusive Discover over 30 exciting adventures worth 300 Swiss francs – at a bargain price of just 25 Swiss francs. Experience the best of Liechtenstein! Tasting Taking a sight - Visiting the Birka fine wines. seeing tour with Bird Paradise. the Citytrain. Exploring the Going on a Visiting the newly high-rope special llama and renovated adventure park. alpaca tour. Princely Theatre. Available in the Liechtenstein Center or at erlebnispass.li/en Germany France Stuttgart Munich km 0 Lake Constance 24 Basel Zurich Altenrhein 1 10 km 170km Innsbruck Austria Bern Switzerland Italy Contact Liechtenstein Marketing Äulestrasse 30 9490 Vaduz Milan T +423 239 63 63 [email protected] → tourismus.li/en.
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