Princely Moments in Liechtenstein

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Liechtenstein. Great little country. princely moments in liechtenstein

Liechtenstein, the jewel at the pulse of Europe, is like a book. Once you've started reading, you can't put it down. Liechtenstein

is traditional and modern, just the right size and open to the world,

athletic and sensual. Liechtenstein exudes atmosphere. What

astonishes you are the small things. Dive in! Enjoy the experiences

and the serenity. 1001 opportunities await you – white in the

winter, warm in the summer, fresh in the spring and colorful in the

autumn.

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4 country and peop le 8 art and culture 12 dining and drinkin g 14 hikin g A nd Bikin g 18 recreation and fun 22 families and Vacation 24 sun and snow 28 B usiness and ev ents 30 P anorama map

princely moments in liechtenstein

Ruggell (433 meters / 1421 feet)

Schellenberg (626 meters / 2054 feet) LOWER Mauren / Schaanwald COUNTRY Gamprin / Bendern Eschen / Nendeln

Planken (786 meters / 2579 feet)

Schaan ALPINE

GERMANY Vaduz REGION

SWITZERLAND Triesenberg (884 meters / 2900 feet) UPPER Steg AUSTRIA Triesen COUNTRY Malbun (1600 meters / 5249 feet)

Principality of Liechtenstein Balzers (472 meters / 1549 feet)

ITALY BeinG smAll is oUr clAim to GreAtness

Take a bit of time and get to know the 160-square-kilometer (62-square-mile) gem – down in the valley along the Rhine,

up in the mountains near the skies. You'll be astonished: Our

small size has nothing to do with numbers. Everything is here:

impressive mountains and a vibrant culture, charming villages

and excellent gourmet temples. Discover what it means to be

small in all its diversity and familiarity. The qualities lie in the

details. Whoever discovers Liechtenstein, experiences great

things in a small place.

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Liechtenstein National Day History

Our country is 160-square-kilometers Once a year, on 15 August, all the people of 1342 The county of Vaduz is formed (62-square-mile) and not a meter larger, Liechtenstein and their guests join together 1699 Prince Johann Adam Andreas and it still offers enough space for about to celebrate. Music and joyous laughter fill purchases the Lordship of Schellen- 36,000 people, for living together, for the streets of Vaduz. And when at dusk the berg and tradition and modernity. Historically, bonfires are lit on the mountain peaks and 1712 the county of Vaduz Liechtenstein is divided into the Upper then, late at night, brilliant fireworks in the 1719 Elevation to the Imperial Principality of Country (Oberland) and the Lower Country sky light up the whole valley in a rainbow of Liechtenstein (Unterland), but people are warmhearted colorful explosions, every child knows: 1806 Attainment of sovereignty through and welcoming everywhere. They live in 11 Today is National Day. admission to the Rhine Confederation municipalities – each one is different, each www.llv.li 1868 Abolition of the Liechtenstein military one is special. You'll only notice the 1921 New Constitution enters into force differences at second glance. Vaduz is the 1923 Customs Treaty with Switzerland capital, residence of the Princely Family and 1924 Introduction of the Swiss franc as seat of Government. Liechtenstein is official currency mountains and valley. 1978 Membership in the Council of Europe www.liechtenstein.li 1990 Membership in the United Nations 1991 Membership in EFTA 1995 Accession to the EEA and the WTO 2003 New Constitution enters into force 2004 Hereditary Prince Alois is appointed Representative of Reigning Prince Hans-Adam II 2006 200 Years of Sovereignty 2012 200 years upper country (Liechtenstein)

5 The Reigning Prince and Vaduz Castle

the Princely Family Vaduz Castle is the residence of the The Princely House of Liechtenstein is one Princely Family. Visible from far away and of the oldest noble families in Europe and yet close enough to touch, the famous a very successful entrepreneurial family. The landmark is perched on a rocky terrace Princely Art Collections are among the most above Vaduz, accessible by a romantic important private art collections in the footpath. If the blue-red flag with the world and include major works of European golden crown flies above the Castle, which art covering over four centuries. In 1938, was enlarged during the Middle Ages, the Reigning Prince Franz Josef moved his Prince is at home. The privacy of the residence to Vaduz, and his son, Reigning Princely Family is respected, which is why Prince Hans-Adam II, is the first Reigning the Castle cannot be visited. But you may Prince to have been born in Liechtenstein. be lucky and encounter a member of the Princely Family on your voyage of Succession to the throne is governed by discovery through the country. the Law of the Princely House. On 15 August 2004, Reigning Prince Hans-Adam II transferred his sovereign rights to his eldest son, Hereditary Prince Alois, and appointed him his Representative. In 1993, Hereditary Prince Alois married Duchess Sophie of Bavaria, who is a direct descendent of the last Bavarian king. The Hereditary Prince and his wife have three boys and one girl. 6 www.fuerstenhaus.li country and peop le

Facts about the country

Area 160 km2 (62-square-mile)

Topography Lowest point: Ruggeller Riet, 430 meters (1410 feet) elevation; highest mountain: Grauspitz, 2599 meters (8527 feet) elevation

Largest extension 24.6 km (15.3 miles) long and 12.4 km (7.7 miles) wide

National borders 76 km (47 miles)

Climate 20 to 28° C (68 to 82° F) in the summer, minus 15° C (5° F) at the coldest in the winter

Capital Vaduz

Population 36,848 (2012)

Language Standard German is the official language; an Alemannic dialect is the colloquial language

Religion 79 % Roman Catholic, 8 % Protestant, 13 % other religions

Currency Swiss franc (CHF)

System of state Constitutional hereditary monarchy on a democratic and parliamentary basis

Head of State Reigning Prince Hans-Adam II von und zu Liechtenstein

Parliament 25 Members

Government Five-person collegial government, appointed by the Reigning Prince on recommendation of Parliament for 4 years

Time Central European Time (GMT +1), Daylight Savings Time (+1 hour from the end of March to the end of October) 7 the trADitionAl AnD the moDern –eXcitinG AnD colorFUl

W herever you go, art and culture are everywhere in Liechtenstein. You‘ll find a broad cultural spectrum with surprising traces of

age-old customs and the past as well as unique signs of modernity.

Liechtenstein is a land full of highlights that sparkle in pictures,

words, and sounds. The program is always fascinating, and

somewhere between the prologue and the end, you‘ll also find your

favorites. Come in and take your seats for a cultural weekend, every

once in a while or as often as you like: The stage is yours!

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Art Museum Engländerbau (English Schlösslekeller

All of a sudden, right in the middle of Vaduz, Building Art Space) This boutique theater never ceases to be the you find yourself in front of a huge black cube. Contemporary art in Liechtenstein has talk of the town. Each performance in the It attracts you magically. And then you find many facets. It's created on canvas, paper, small theater is a highlight, whether the yourself in the Kunstmuseum Liechtenstein, carved into wood and stone, or it flickers as program includes cabaret artists from Bavaria, which has caused a sensation ever since it a video installation in a dark corner. Perhaps Graubünden, Basel, Austria or Liechtenstein, opened. The museum’s own collections are you will be fortunate enough to actually female storytellers, or Liechtenstein specialties. regularly combined in a fresh, new way. experience art in action. Take the staircase in Reserve your seat now and experience a very Rotating exhibitions featuring internationally the English Building and enter the home of special theater evening. renowned artists regularly provide for a stir the artists of Liechtenstein. www.schloesslekeller.li both in Liechtenstein and abroad. The www.kunstraum.li world-famous paintings from the collections Tangente Eschen of the Prince of Liechtenstein pay a visit every Theater am Kirchplatz Do you love jazz? Then the Tangente in so often. The café, bookshop and museum (TAK) Eschen is the right place for you. The shop also invite you to linger. concerts are traditional, experimental, or a www.kunstmuseum.li The TAK is a small theater presenting a large program as well as a cultural gathering cross-section of a wide range of styles. place recognized far beyond our borders. The musicians from both home and abroad Many famous names get together here: fascinate guests from the entire region. The whether for the theater, the dance, a intimate atmosphere lends itself to chats cabaret, the chanson, readings, or musical with the musicians, resulting in jazz performances ranging from classical to jazz. evenings frequently lasting much longer And everybody from the stage and behind than originally planned. the scenes gathers at the TAK Bar after the www.tangente.li performance. Children rave about Grimm and fairies, and the Night Bar is a novel, appealing venue for young adults. 9 www.tak.li Takino FIS Ski Museum Vaduz Film Festival

The film club in Takino stands for an You can ski in Liechtenstein all year round The fan circle of the Open Air Film Festival innovative and current yet controversial – at least with your eyes. In the official FIS has broadened. It’s a good thing that the film program for Liechtenstein and the Ski Museum in Vaduz, discover reminders of Town Hall Square in Vaduz offers plenty of surrounding area. The special atmosphere famous men and women skiers, for example seating when famous and lesser-known of the theater with its red sofas and the cozy the equipment that helped Hanni Wenzel films are projected into the night – under bar in the foyer stimulate conversation and win Olympic gold in 1980. Or many other starry skies or accompanied by thunder contemplation, enjoyment and laughter rarities – the museum is an extraordinary and lightning – from the middle to the end after the movie. collection from the beginnings of the sport of July. www.filmclub.li to the present. www.filmfest.li www.skimuseum.li Postage Stamp Museum Cultural encounters in Liechtenstein Guitar Days Balzers Every day, Liechtenstein postage stamp art in the tiniest possible format created by At the beginning of July, the Liechtenstein A concert under the stars? Yes, Liechtenstein artists from Liechtenstein and abroad goes Lower Country regularly presents its extra offers that, too. Burg Gutenberg castle, high on a world trip. Visit the Postage Stamp ordinary musical side: World-class guitarists above Balzers, supplies the picturesque Museum in Vaduz and discover chronicles are invited for concert evenings, fascinating backdrop. The romantic inner courtyard and about the country and its people, traditions master courses and an exciting competition. its special acoustics make all theater and and customs, on rare and current stamps Classical and jazz are included in the concert performances a true feast for the alike in both the permanent exhibit and program, and to delight the eyes as well, eyes and a treat for the ears. special displays. Spanish music to a flamenco rhythm. www.burg-gutenberg.li www.landesmuseum.li www.ligita.li

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National museum Walser Heritage Museum Additional Museums and

Settling, protecting, ruling, celebrating, In the 13th century, immigrants from Wallis Historical sights creating and cultivating – the permanent (Valais), the Walser, journeyed through the Liechtenstein can look back upon a exhibition of the National Museum in Vaduz country. Some of them settled high above many-sided past. In historical buildings, will teach you more about the origins of our the valley on a beautiful spot of land. Their museums and other exhibition spaces, this country. Passing through the buildings, descendents still live there, and their history is chronicled both in permanent you’ll encounter archeology and ethnology, language remains a characteristic of the exhibits and in rotation. Travel through the natural history, the Middle Ages, the Walser community of Triesenberg. Not only country and discover the exhibits presented modern age and the present. The visit is a on a walk through the village, but also in in DoMuS, the museum and gallery voyage through the history of Liechtenstein the Walser Heritage Museum, you'll find belonging to the community of Schaan, the for young and old. many testimonies of this exciting culture. Calculator Museum in Schaan, the Gaso- www.landesmuseum.li www.triesenberg.li meter in Triesen, the Pfrundhaus (Benefice House) in Eschen, as well as «Küefer Martis International Master Living Customs Huus» (Marti the Cooper’s House) in

Classes and Jazz Days Liechtenstein is always worth a visit. Every Ruggell. Or take time to admire historic sites, such as the Rural Residential Museum Since 1970, the International Master season boasts its customs and traditions «Biedermann House» in Schellenberg, the Courses and Jazz Days have taken place even in our modern times: Advent and Schellenberg Ruins, the Church Hill of regularly in the summer. Internationally Christmas markets, crazy Carnival days Bendern or the Red House in Vaduz. renowned instructors teach talented featuring topsy- turvy, bizarre parades, www.tourismus.li musicians from near and far. You will have Funkensonntag (Spark Sunday) when the the opportunity to enjoy these musical witch banishes the winter, vintage and activities as well. Classical and modern cooking festivals, fairs throughout the delights performed by the instructors and country, the autumn «Körbsafäscht», the the students are on the program. return from the alps where the cows are www.meisterkurse.li decorated with flowers and «cow hearts» and so on and so forth. Exciting entertainment is guaranteed.

11 Princely culinary delights

Liechtenstein is truly a culinary paradise with extraordinary gourmet restaurants, countless local spots

around the corner, alpine lodges high up in the mountains,

secluded terraces and delicious Liechtenstein wines. Enter

the land of milk and honey and enjoy the heavenly culinary

delights while right here on Earth.

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For gourmets Fine wines Hofkellerei

Cooks have set a wide variety of culinary The «Föhn» wind casts a spell on Liechten- Welcome to the Hofkellerei, the world of the accents in Liechtenstein, which is why the stein. Winegrowers in particular love the Princely wines. The Herawingert vineyard country offers dishes and specialties from all warm southerly wind, since the Föhn and covers 4 hectares (10 acres). The main grape around the world. But also local dishes like the mild climate ensure that vineyards grow cultivated is the Blauburgunder. Vaduz Käsknöpfle (noodle pasta with cheese), and thrive exceptionally well throughout wines are said to be rare delicacies with Schwartenmagen (brawn), alpine cheese or the country. The wines enjoy an excellent class and refinement. The Hofkellerei of the Ribel (local grain variety) are big hits in local reputation internationally. Drop by the Prince of Liechtenstein is renowned far spots and gourmet restaurants alike. There Hofkellerei of the Princely Domain Vaduz or beyond our borders and offers tasting is an astonishingly high number of visit another winery in the Upper Country sessions, seminars and tours. You can find establishments with Gault Millau points, or Lower Country and taste the fine wines. out everything about the seasons of the Michelin stars and chef’s hats. Hospitality is You’ll win high praise by bringing home a wine year on the vineyard path along the a high priority everywhere, whether you’re red wine with a delightful bouquet, a crisp Herawingert. 12 plaques provide informa- enjoying a tasty cake according to white wine, a sparkling Sekt, or a princely tion in words and images covering every grandmother’s recipe in a garden restaurant Marc as a souvenir. stage from vine to wine. or a soufflé à la Liechtenstein in a culinary www.tourismus.li www.hofkellerei.li paradise. When are you ready for a treat? www.tourismus.li

13 A hiking and biking paradise

Whether on shank's pony, by bicycle, or even barefoot – there are paths and footbridges, flat and steep, narrow and wide, easy and

rough for everything. The Princely Trail (Fürstensteig), Falknis, the

Three Sisters (Drei Schwestern) and other peaks make your heart

swell. In the Ruggeller Riet, on pastures in the Elltal or along the

Rhine, life crawls, flies and blossoms in the most beautiful colors,

just like in paradise. 400 kilometers (250 miles) of trails supply

impressions of landscapes and settlements. Whether biker, cyclist,

climber, or hiker – everyone's wishes are fulfilled.

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Stony trails and others

Over 400 kilometers (250 miles) of well- maintained and marked trails invite you to take a walk through forests, pastures and nature reserves and offer mountaineers up Around the country and to 2600 meters (8530 feet) of elevation boasting the most beautiful hiking and through the middle nature experiences. The best-known loop The Rätikon Tour offers the conquest of trail, the Princess Gina Trail, starts in Malbun. three countries at once. The loop trail leads The princely uphill route leads past around the Rätikon from Malbun (Liechten- impressive crags. Running short on time? stein) through Prättigau (Switzerland) to Come again! There’s no lack of mountain Gargellen (Austria) and from there on the peaks. Your reward is guaranteed: always a Austrian side from Montafon through the breathtaking view into the wide world. Bludenz Alpine region back to Malbun. www.tourismus.li www.raetikon-tour.com

The Via Alpina long-distance trail connects Flowers at the side Up and down in comfort eight Alpine countries. The central route through Liechtenstein leads over the Three of the path You'd like to go all the way up, maybe to Sisters massif with the Fürstensteig to the the Sareiserjoch, but without effort? It's Liechtenstein exhibits a wealth of flowers as stage destination on Sücka. very simple: The 4-person chairlift rapidly attested by its over 1600 species of plants. www.via-alpina.com Your gaze will be magically attracted by conveys you from 1600 to 2000 meters gentians, briar roses and fire lilies or copper (5250 to 6560 feet) above sea level. Enjoy SchweizMobil stands for particularly beeches, butterfly bushes and carline the beautiful panoramic view and the attractive routes and trails ensuring a range thistles. Our country is the home of over 46 wonderfully aromatic Malbun ham. Or of highlights for hikers, bikers, mountain different types of orchid. The Ruggeller Riet have the mountain panorama, the many bikers, skaters and paddlers. Liechtenstein is the richest natural habitat, always flowers and the well-marked paths takes an active part in this trend by shimmering iris-blue late every spring. Rare seduced you into continuing on to get providing several location stages. birds and colorful butterflies also live in even closer to the sun? www.schweizmobil.ch protected meadow areas. Maybe even a deer will dart past you.

15 Along literary and historical paths Not enough yet? Then continue to hike along Sagas and legends accompany you along the Literary Path in Balzers or follow the banks the Walser Saga Path from Triesenberg to of the Rhine taking the Planet Path from Vaduz Masescha. Good footwear is a must. The second on the route to Balzers while getting in touch segment of the path to Studen, however, is with the heavenly bodies along the way. «Lisa even suitable for baby carriages and provides and Max» live in Malbun. You are introduced playgrounds and grill areas for your enjoyment. to their story on the Fairy Tale Path. Schaan The Historical Elevated Trail winds around both beckons with its Culture Path as well as the sides of the Eschnerberg and exudes its charm forest vita parcours, and in Triesen you will regardless of the season. 45 plaques explain unquestionably enjoy your day along the archaeological discoveries, the history of the Culture and Nature Trail. Lower Country, botanical names and sagas as www.tourismus.li well as natural history occurrences.

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Safely on your way

The Hiking Map for the Principality of Liechtenstein 1:25 000 guides you safely along your mountain and valley route and back home again. It is available at Liechten- stein Tourism, Swisstopo or at bookstores.

With the Mountain Bike Map of the Principality of Liechtenstein and Werden- berg Region 1:50 000, your mountain and valley tour will be even more extraordinary. It is available at Liechtenstein Tourism, Uphill, downhill En route by bicycle Werdenberg Tourism and at bookstores. Mountain biking is in, and numerous routes Families and people riding their bikes just GPS supported hikes are the utterly latest in the impressive valley and mountain world for fun have plenty of options to choose thing. At www.wanderbar.li you will find of the Liechtenstein and Werdenberg region from. On the entire valley floor along the pertinent information on various routes and guarantee an appreciation of nature and Rhine, you’ll find about 90 kilometers (55 theme paths. With Google Earth the thrill of fitness as well. There are relatively easy, miles) of marked biking trails. Especially anticipation is even greater. more challenging and also sweat-inducing suitable for families is the ride around the tours, all well marked. The various stages are Eschnerberg or along the Rhine. Starting diverse. Your physical condition and biking from the Rhine Dam, it’s worth taking a ability determine the route. The ride from detour or a break from time to time to enjoy Schaan via Planken to the Gafadura Alp is Liechtenstein’s cultural and culinary side. very popular. Taking a break at the Gafadura Cabin with its fantastic view is the reward for your effort. www.tourismus.li Tranpulin Malbun

Enjoy multifacetted entertainment

T he vacation and recreation country of Liechtenstein has many faces and offers a great variety of outstanding attractions: an

entertaining ride on the Citytrain through Vaduz or by bus through

the entire country, pure thrills watching birds of prey in action

and much more. Liechtenstein offers everything

needed for an entertaining vacation full of pleasure and fun.

Take the perfect pick of the bunch and experience many princely

moments.

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Liechtenstein Guided Tours Citytrain

Adventure Pass Would you like to become acquainted Whoever thinks Vaduz doesn't have a train The many attractions included in the with Vaduz or our country from a parti- is mistaken. Every day from Easter to Liechtenstein Adventure Pass are the cular perspective in a short period of time? October, the Citytrain departs from the bus perfect recipe for a happy mood. It is Then we recommend our guided tours: terminal below Town Hall in Vaduz. available as a 1-day, 2-day or 3-day pass. through Vaduz on foot, by bus through the Passengers of all ages become acquainted Joie de vivre is provided, with culture, entire country, or even back-to-back. with Vaduz and its surroundings on the sports, adventures on mountain peaks, During the course of the tour, the guides 30-minute ride , which supplies information children's dreams, history and stories. The share with you or your entire tour group on the history of the country, the sites and pass saves you vacation money. The price countless fascinating details about history, the Princely House. includes admission charges and tickets for economic development, form of govern- www.citytrain.li buses throughout the entire country ment and the people of Liechtenstein including the chairlifts in Malbun. Book while introducing you to modern and everything «all inclusive» so you won’t miss historic sites along the way. a single attraction. www.tourismus.li www.tourismus.li

19 Falconry Center

When the peregrine falcon named Move dives centimeters past your head at 300 km/h (185 mph) during the summer months at exactly 3pm in the Galina Falconry Center, it almost takes your breath away. Then the golden eagle takes off, circles majestically overhead and returns to the hand of the falconer. This awe-inspiring performance in Malbun lasts 45 minutes. Or would you like it to last a bit longer? Take a trek with the falconer and his birds of prey and experience the powerful beat of the eagle’s wings at every turn. www.galina.li 20 recreation and fun

Birka Bird Paradise Stroll around and enjoy Realino

The Birka Bird Paradise between Mauren yourself Take a seat and let yourself and two others and Schaanwald is home to rare birds from The Städtle pedestrian zone in Vaduz be chauffeured through Vaduz all the way around the world. The facility located in the beckons you to stroll and window shop, up to the castle, through the Rhine valley middle of a nature reserve has a biotope, a marvel and buy. Between the Vaduz City from Balzers to Ruggell or even over the large children's playground, and is always Hall on one end and the new Government border into neighboring Switzerland. The accessible. Enjoy paradise – you’ll hear the Quarter with the historical Government Realino guarantees you a breathtaking view chirping of your feathered friends for a long Building and the modern Parliament regardless of the route, an especially fun time to come. Building on the other end, you encounter ride and a favorable wind in your hair. numerous works by famous sculptors, www.realino.li Neuguthof Adventure various shops, and restaurant after restau- World rant just made for pleasantly passing your time whether inside or outside. Have you ever lost your way in a cornstalk labyrinth? No? Then it is high time to pay a Souvenir stamp visit to the adventure world at Neuguthof with its petting zoo, playground and grill Liechtenstein is worth a visit. Let one of the area, as well as the tortuous path through Tourist Offices confirm your visit. With a the labyrinth. Embark on a treasure hunt souvenir stamp, you can prove to the whole while learning a lot about the subject of world: I've been to the Liechtenstein corn at the same time. vacation country. www.erlebniswelt.li

21 Malbun – The fun family oasis

Malbun, at a healthy 1600 meters (5250 feet) above sea level, is the ideal spot for a vacation in Liechtenstein, especially for families.

But others can enjoy and dream at this healthy elevation as well.

The air is clean, the sun is warm and the pastures are lush green.

Mountain streams murmur peacefully and softly. The mighty larch

trees reflect against the naked rock face in the evening sun.

Malbun is small and manageable, a true paradise. Adventure,

encounters with nature, fun and recreation – it’s all on hand. 22 families and v acation.

Malbun makes you happy Malbun in motion

Away from everyday hectic lies Malbun. The Mountain bike, tennis or gymnastics, hikes secret of the family oasis lies in the balance by torchlight or under the full moon, between shared family activities and stalking with bow and arrow, or a picnic restorative peace and quiet in the fresh under the larch trees? The choice is yours. alpine air. Malbun loves children with their All summer long, you can move around sparkling eyes and infectious laughter. The however the mood strikes you. You exciting and imaginative adventure determine the time and the rhythm. programs enchant not only the kids; no, Malbun delights the adults as well and Families ensures happy vacation moments. welcome

On the move in In Malbun, welcoming families has played «malbi-park» a central role for many years. The widely varying activities are tailored to the For children on their voyage of discovery in wishes and needs of children, parents and «malbi-park», TV just fails to be important. companions. The Swiss Tourism Federa- Childhood dreams really come true here. tion has awarded the family oasis the That means playing, doing handicrafts and «families welcome» seal of approval, of discovering nature. Total fun, then, with which we are proud. professional supervision. The program is higgledy-piggledy. The kids can work with plaster, kneed salt dough, be artists, play detectives, paint, hike, dance or go on a treasure hunt. There is also a children’s Olympics and a joke competition for the really quick-witted ones. www.tourismus.li Malbun – The fun family oasis

23 WINTER WHITE AND sparkling beauty

M albun is just around the corner, the locals say. It’s true! Only half an hour away from the valley, the lifestyle changes.

In the snow, the region beyond the Steg tunnel turns into a

magnificent winter landscape. Malbun offers young and old

exactly what it takes for a carefree winter holiday. The air is

healthy and breathing comes easy. The Malbun Valley is small

and precious, the offerings are numerous and multifaceted.

Leave your tracks behind in the snow like a Liechtenstein

pro-skier. 24 sun and snow

Family vacation Fun on the slopes for the «malbi-park» for kids on destination entire family the slopes

Winter vacation and skiing in Malbun Three modern chairlifts, one with heated The children’s area with its 3600 square means many happy hours. Not only for our seats and windbreak hood, and a double meters (almost 1 acre) of gentle inclines guests; the locals also escape here from T-bar lift whisk skiers and snowboarders of turns skiing fun into a real event under the their hectic everyday lives. Malbun is just all ages warm and dry up to the wide world watchful eye of the marmot mascot the right size – everyone is in good hands. of snow. For downhill skiing, 23 kilometers «malbi». The little kids on the slope glide That’s all the more reason that it's exactly (14 miles) of optimally groomed ski slopes upwards on the covered «malbi carpet». the right place to stay with children who ranging from easy to challenging are The «malbi-rondo» carousel simplifies the want to explore the slopes on their own. waiting for you. Thanks to the artificial first skiing attempts. «malbi-park» is open After curving over the perfectly prepared snowmakers covering 10 kilometers (6 daily during the winter season. Parents slopes, parents enjoy a relaxed chat with miles), winter fun in this accessible and can either explore it with their children, or friends and acquaintances at one of the idyllic landscape is guaranteed until far into they can entrust their kids to the care of snow bars or in a restaurant. All of this the springtime. trained helpers. makes the cozy vacation spot a secret tip www.bergbahnen.li www.tourismus.li for families. 25 Winter hiking Cross-country skiing in Sledding fun

On the Sassweg trail, you'll experience the Valüna Valley Sledding is in and is a part of winter fun. winter hiking from its most beautiful side, At the end of the tunnel on the way to Walk from Steg to the Sücka Alp, sit down either alone or together with your children. Malbun, a small and idyllic cross-country on your toboggan, and away you go, your In about an hour from Malbun, after passing skiing paradise with 15 km (10 miles) of hair blowing in the wind! The natural ice flowers and snow-covered trees, you’ll trails awaits you in Steg at 1300 meters toboggan run is 1000 meters (about 3300 reach the highest point on the Sassfürkle. (4265 feet) elevation. Four different types of feet) long and can be navigated at night, It’s an undemanding hike via the Sass Alp trails for beginners and advanced cross- thanks to illumination. Before the lightning- down to the Schneeflucht lift and back country skiers are prepared, both for fast run, the cozy mountain restaurant home. That wasn't enough? Snow hikes are classical skiing or skate skiing. Those who beckons you to eat and drink. You can also also possible on the Philosopher's Path like skiing by moonlight are also in luck: The toboggan in Malbun, for instance on the (Philosophenweg) or the Schwemmiweg three-kilometer (two-mile) long, illuminated Turna-Malbun toboggan run. For smaller trail. And those who still haven’t had night trail will make you star-struck. And guests, the route leading down from the enough can explore the alpine world on whoever wants to discover the sport of chapel is an ideal sledding run. snowshoes. cross-country skiing is in the right place at www.suecka.li the Cross-Country Ski School. www.valuenalopp.li

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Upswing and downswing Enjoying yourself in

Do you love steady ascents in seclusion and comfort solitary descents in powder snow? Our Enjoying yourself in comfort is multifaceted snowy mountain landscape is the ideal in Malbun. Relax in the sauna, steam bath, place for short and long ski tours. Children or solarium, strengthen your muscles in the and adults romp around on the natural ice fitness room or in one of the hotel swim- field in the village. Some enjoy taking their ming pools, or treat yourself to a head-to- spins around the rink while others pirouette toe beauty treatment. Or how about a elegantly around their own axis. Rental game of curling while your children romp skates are available. through the children’s afternoon program? Hot punch or a cool drink provides the perfect après-ski atmosphere, and in the evening a zesty fondue or piquant raclette in a restaurant supplies the many-sided charm of a mountain lodge.

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Liechtenstein is not only impressive because of its charming location for vacations and short escapes from everyday life

– our country leaves nothing to be desired and allows your

creativity free rein for conferences, seminars, club outings,

anniversaries and other events. Liechtenstein offers modern

facilities with professional infrastructure. And what’s

particularly special: There’s enough time and space in

addition to the actual event to stroll, relax and enjoy.

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Conferences, meetings Company outings and Incentives and seminars anniversaries Reward your clients and employees with a From a simple meeting to a large confe- Liechtenstein’s charm also enchants stay in Liechtenstein, and experience this rence – Liechtenstein offers a high-quality organizers of group outings. And who diverse country and its special places in an environment for large events up to 700 wouldn’t enjoy celebrating their annivers- exclusive or country-style manner. We will people or for small seminars in a cozy ary in Princely surroundings? We will put help you organize a comprehensive, business hotel. Liechtenstein Tourism will together your individual program unforgettable and unique program with help you plan your event and support you according to your needs and desires, and creative highlights, special tours, adventures in its organization from A to Z. You will shine we will show you that Liechtenstein is and interesting facts about the past and as an event organizer, and the event will be urbanely seductive when it comes to present. Your guests will thank you with an unforgettable experience for your guests. architecture, culture and fine dining, and renewed enthusiasm and commitment. And the best part is: Everyone will still have yet is rurally tranquil when it comes to enough time to get to know the Principality love of life, hospitality and attention to from its cultural, athletic and culinary side, detail. Liechtenstein is ready with the whether in the valley below or up in the perfect program for every taste. breezy heights.

29 Schesaplana Drusenfluh 2964 m 2871 m

Arlberg Pass AUSTRIA Fundlkopf Panüelerkopf 2401 m 2859 m

Bludenz a l r t e Naafkopf s l 2570 m a Fürstin-Gina-Weg W Gamsgrat Ochsenkopf 2201 m Augstenberg s Scheienkopf 2286 m e 2159 m Nenzinger Himmel 2359 m s s o Sareiserjoch Nenzinger Himmel r 2000 m G u Bettlerjoch a Mattajoch Turna 210 8 m l g 1867 m a Pfälzerhütte LAV W Matta Malbun 1602 m T ä l i Galinakopf Sassfürkle 1771 m N 2198 m Guschgfiel Gritsch a Schwarzhorn a 2570 m Schlins f Grauspitz Hochegg t Sass a 2599 m Nenzing l Guschg Pradamé Stachlerkopf 2071 m Schönberg Satteins 21 04 m Falknis B e r g l e 2560 m Plasteikopf 2356 m

Frastanz Valorsch Valüna Falknishorn od. Mazorakopf Gapfahl 2451 m Göfis Kolm e Lawena h 1993 m Rappenstein r b a c ü n e Garsella Alp Klein-Steg V a l Goldlochspitz Langspitz 1516 m Amerlügen m i n a t a l Steg Heubühl S a m i n a Drei Schwestern S a Gross-Steg 1936 m 2110 m 2006 m Garsella Eck 2052 m 1303 m Garsellikopf Kuhgrat Helwangspitz Wang 21 05 m 2123 m 2000 m

Altenstadt Sarojasattel Saroja 1628 m A Fellengatter 1659 m Alpspitz Sücka 1942 m Bargella r Gafleispitz Kulm Koraspitz Mittlerspitz Mariagrün 1927 d 2000 m 1433 m m 1897 m e Gafadura e i g t Maurerberg F ü r s t e n s t Tuass Mittagspitz z Feldkirch Silum e n Gafadura Hütte LAV Platta 1857 m b e r g Letze Paula Hütte 1428 m 1008 m

Gnalp l Gaflei e b Guscha Tisis Steinort o t Alpila Masescha a Triesenberg n 884 m e w a L Fresc h Profatscheng St. Luzisteig Oberplanken Rotenboden Maienfeld Schaanwal d Planken 786 m Wildschloss E Hub 840 m

Hinterer s g Nofels Schell enb erg 512 m r Obere Burg Triesen Schelle nber g c e B Mittlerer Schloss Vaduz h Regitzerspitz Schellenberg r 626 m Untere Burg n Nendeln e Mauren h Vo rderer c Schellenberg e F ü r s t e n w e g Balzers Rhein 503 m s Dux ä r Vaduz l 455 m F Ruggell b 433 m Eschen Mühleholz e A13 Weite r Mäls Rofenberg g Ellhorn Schaan Sevelen 752 m A13 Gamprin Gretschins Rhei Fontnas St. Gallen n Bendern Wartau München Oberschan Azmoos Malans A13 Bad Ragaz Tr übbach Maienfeld Sennwald Buchs/S G Chur

Gauschla Salez 2310 m Haag Alvier 2343 m Gonzen 1829 m Sargans

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Bus network Airports Automobile Liechtenstein has an extensive bus network Zurich-Kloten 115 km (71 miles) You can reach Liechtenstein from Switzer- with very affordable fares. www. flughafen-zuerich.ch land and Austria via an extensive road www.lba.li network. A sticker is required to use the Altenrhein 50 km (31 miles) Train stations Swiss and Austrian motorways. www.airport-stgallen.com Sargans and Buchs in Switzerland Zurich 110 km (68 miles) www.sbb.ch Friedrichshafen 85 km (53 miles) www.fly-away.de Geneva 390 km (242 miles) Feldkirch in Austria Munich 235 km (146 miles) www.oebb.at Frankfurt 470 km (291 miles) Vienna 650 km (403 miles) 30 Milan 250 km (155 miles) Schesaplana Drusenfluh 2964 m 2871 m

Arlberg Pass AUSTRIA Fundlkopf Panüelerkopf 2401 m 2859 m

Gauschla Salez 2310 m Haag Alvier 2343 m Gonzen 1829 m Sargans

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Entry requirements Railway Alpine Hut Highway Youth Hostel There are no customs between Liechten- Main Road/Secondary Road Camping Site stein and Switzerland. Swiss entry require- Bus Route with Stops Children’s Playground ments apply. For citizens of certain countries National Border Scenic View and for stateless and undocumented Nature Reserve Rest Area persons, a visa is required. Information is Walking/Hiking Trail Parking Garage available from the diplomatic and consular Mountain Hiking Trail Hospitals missions of Liechtenstein and Switzerland. Marked Bicycle Paths Info www.apa.llv.li Stadium www.auslaender.ch 31

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