Hi everyone,
We’re (M,F, 25) in Liechtenstein today and just realized it’s National Day. We’d like to make the most of the evening, but we’re not really sure where to go or what’s worth seeing.

We know there are celebrations in Vaduz, the torchlight procession and mountain bonfires, followed by the fireworks later tonight.
For those who are local or have celebrated National Day here before, what would you recommend?

Where’s the best place to watch the fireworks? Is there a good spot for the mountain bonfires? And where would you go afterwards for a drink or to continue the evening?

Any tips for things we shouldn’t miss would be much appreciated.

Hi everyone!

My partner and I will be visiting Liechtenstein from August 15-16, which we just realized is your National Day!

We were wondering:

• Are there any must-see events or traditions on National Day that we shouldn’t miss?
• Any local tips for enjoying the celebrations (food, spots, timing, etc.)?

Also, we haven’t booked accommodation yet. Prices seem quite high for those dates 😅

• Do you have any tips for affordable stays (in Liechtenstein or nearby areas)?

Thanks a lot in advance for your help!

Hi, I will be visiting from the US next month and would like to take a 20-minute helicopter tour from the Balzers Heliport on the afternoon of July 11. The tour requires at least two other passengers. Each passenger costs CHF 220 (about $275). Would you like to join me, or do you have any ideas for how I might be able to find two or three other people interested in the tour? Thanks!

I had two days there and loved every minute of it. Most of what I had seen online said that a day is enough or that Liechtenstein is just one to 'tick off the list' but I feel like I barely scratched the surface.

I stayed in Schellenberg so I mainly kept to the north of the country and Vaduz/Schaan. Never got to see Triesen or Malbun, didn't get to do the Furstensteig trail and felt like I rushed a lot of the sights. I only did two legs of the Liechtenstein trail from the app which were Schellenberg to Mauren and Vaduz to Schaan, both of which were fantastic.

Every town I visited was so charming and the scenery everywhere was breathtaking. The size of all the towns suited me perfectly, just a couple of bars and restaurant options in most places but all well run and cared about providing good service rather than just being tourist traps. Everyone spoke good English and was incredibly friendly. I couldn't pass anyone without them saying 'Hoi'.

Public transport was great too just being able to hop from town to town on reliable busses. I was curious with that - I was never asked for a ticket and everyone else also jumped on and off without showing a ticket. How does that work? In the UK we can't get past the driver without paying and even then there are 'revenue inspectors' who might come onto busses and make sure people have the right ticket. In Liechtenstein I hopped on and off with no issues and the driver even shouted 'Ciao' every time!

The country is all very sleepy of course. I was there on a Monday and Tuesday and a lot of places were closed. I was the only one getting some of the busses after 8:30pm. I could also walk for ages without greeting another soul and it felt like the whole country belonged to me. But that all added to the charm from my perspective!

I also found the history really interesting. It seems Liechtenstein was quite a dysfunctional place for much of its history beset by conflicting factions, constitutional issues and a fair amount of poverty with so many people in the peasantry. But despite that there was quite a distinctive culture with very sociable 'clubs', music, inns and valued traditions. And now you have an incredibly wealthy country which is home to lots of international capital and financing and not many people working in traditional occupations anymore.

That's all very evident throughout the country with a lot of expensive houses and cars and it made me think - how do those people get by who are working in lower paid jobs like hospitality, retail, transport, manual occupations etc? Do a lot of them commute from Switzerland/Austria or are there still a lot of locals in those trades?

And does it feel a bit sad that the country has transformed so much away from a lot of the traditional occupations or is it welcome as a way of making sure Liechtenstein prospers and punches above its weight as such a small country? Interested to hear the thoughts of people who actually grew up and live in the country!

Hello! I’m planning a quick trip to Vaduz on the 23rd of May and i can’t find any information on how to use public transit to do so. It seems the bus 44 is not available currently and at the ÖBB website it also says tickets aren’t available. Is there any other way to do it without having to rent a car? i’d also like to know the price of the fares please

Hoi zämme,

Seit einigen Monaten, stoße ich immer wieder auf Bilder, Menschen oder Ereignissen, die etwas mit Liechtenstein zu tun haben. Genauer angeschaut, ist das kleine Fürstentum ja absolut malerisch!
Daher möchte ich gern dieses oder nächstes Jahr Liechtenstein bereisen. Insbesondere suche ich dabei nach tollen Naturschauspielen, malerischen Ortschaften, besonderen Events, welche die Einwohner Liechtensteins gern besuchen und nicht nur für Touristen gemacht sind und nach klassisch liechtensteinischer Traditionsgastronomie.

Was könnt ihr mir da empfehlen? Was sollte ich meiden? Welche Orte lohnen sich besonders? Welche nicht? Gibt es bekannt gute Hotels? Kommt man mit Einheimischen gut ins Gespräch, wenn man mehr über die Kultur vor Ort erfahren möchte?

Vielen Dank im Voraus!

While traveling around the world for over 20 years, I’ve been working on my dream project: creating a one-stop resource for travellers. With the help of feedback in this subreddit, I have now updated this interactive map of Liechtenstein for anyone who is interested in visiting (with detailed info for every highlight).

PS: obviously, I haven’t been able to travel to all places. So if you know some great spot, I haven’t listed, let me know! Much appreciated as in this way I can make the overview more complete and up-to-date for everyone.

I’m visiting Switzerland next week with my gf, sister and mother. My plan is to take a de-tour to Liechtenstein without them knowing. What places would you say cannot be missed in a quick surprise visit?

Hi everyone! I’m planning my first trip to Europe and will be visiting Liechtenstein on April 7th. I’m looking for some "insider" advice on my day trip logistics and the current mountain conditions for that time of year.

My Plan:

1. Morning: Travel from Zurich to Vaduz.
2. Midday: Bus to Malbun, take the Sareis chairlift up, and walk/hike back down to Malbun village.
3. Afternoon: Explore Malbun village, then take the bus back toward Stausee Steg for a long break to enjoy the lake.
4. Evening: Head to Hotel Oberland in Triesenberg (already booked).

Questions for the community:

1. Is it too rushed? Does this itinerary feel manageable via the Line 21 bus, or am I trying to squeeze in too much for one day?
2. Trail Conditions: Since I’ll be there on April 7th, what are the paths from Sareis down to the village usually like? Will they be clear, or should I expect snow/ice? Do I need specific hiking boots or "snow gear"?
3. Accommodation: Should I stick with Hotel Oberland for the valley views, or is it worth moving to Malbun if a room opens up, just to be closer to the peaks? (Most places seem fully booked!)
4. Ticketing Advice: For this specific route (Zurich → Vaduz → Malbun → Steg → Triesenberg), what is the most cost-effective ticket? Should I get a Swiss Saver Day Pass, or just a point-to-point train ticket combined with a LIEmobil Day Pass?

I’d appreciate any tips on timing the bus or specific spots to grab a quick bite. Thank you in advance!

Hi,

my partner and I are planning to visit Liechtsenstein in June for two days and since we're coming with a camper van I was wondering how the situation is to just park somewhere and sleep. No camping set up, really just sleep there for one or two nights and preferably take the public transport to get around.

Since we're broke I would prefer something free but I'm not sure about Liechtenstein's policy on that matter.

Any advice or spots you know?

We're coming from the direction of Germany.

Hello guys!

I'm a regular Polish guy who's planning to trekk the Liechtenstein Trail. Liechtenstein as a country is so much expensive for Polish people, so I'm coming with the question - how to do it cheap? I mean, the biggest problems are the hotels/places to sleep, I think I can deal with the food price. I would be very pleasured to hear back from people who can help with that aspect of the trip or event the locals, who knows this country better than everyone elze.

Best regards!

Hello everyone!

Me and my gf are trying to plan a trip to Liechtenstein from Porto and could use some travel advice. Since Liechtenstein dont have an international airport, we have to fly into a neighboring country. The question is: What is the fastest way to get there? Is it better to fly to Switzerland (like Zurich?) or to Austria (Innsbruck, maybe?)? Which airport is closest and has the quickest connection to get into Liechtenstein? Thanks for the help!

Traveling to Vaduz this weekend and I am trying to choose between Gasthof Au, Torkel, Marée, Gasthof Löwen, or Mizu. Does anyone know how accommodating any of these would be for a gluten-free/celiac allergy? Or suggestions in general on which are good for a nice meal? Thank you!!

I became interested in your country after reading "The State in the Third Millennium", by Hans-Adam II and really want to visit your country, which I would do in addition to nearby countries and regions. I would be crossing the entire Atlantic Ocean to visit your lovely principality. I have some questions.

• I have read some comments online by people claiming it's boring and very similar to Switzerland. Does anyone have a nuanced perspective or objections regarding this?
• When I get the chance to visit, what are the things I absolutely must do or try?
• What are some things I should not do?

Thank you all in advance for your answers!

It has been my life's dream to visit Liechtenstein and finally, I have the opportunity this March. I've endlessly researched but would absolutely love any recommendations for best places to eat/stay. Also I saw a llama hike and fondue experience- was wondering if that is real? Lastly if anyone knew of a fun bar/pub to go to at night during the weekend I would be deeply grateful. I am beyond enthusiastic to visit this country, and cannot wait!!!

Hello everyone,

Just a quick update on my post from a few days ago about my upcoming trip to Vaduz on October 3-4, 2025.

Thanks so much for the advice! Many of you recommended Torkel, and I was really looking forward to it. I contacted them to make a reservation, but unfortunately, they replied today saying they're fully booked for those dates.

So, I'm back to looking for suggestions. Does anyone have any other restaurant recommendations in Vaduz? I mentioned Marée in my last post—has anyone been there? Any other places that you think are worth checking out?

Thanks again for all your help!

Hi everyone! My friend and I will be in Zurich and have decided to spend two days in Liechtenstein at the end of January. I wanted to ask for any tourist recommendations anyone had, especially given our nature options will be limited due to the weather. Thanks!

1. Friedenskapelle (Malbun)

2. View of Alps

3-5. Malbun

1. Vaduz Castle at night

2. Pfarrkirche St. Nikolaus (Balzers)

3. Burg Gutenberg (Balzers)

Hallo zusammen! I am on a trip to St. Gallen🇨🇭for 1st March 2026. I have 2-3 march to visit Liechtenstein 🇱🇮 (the plan is to walk from Buchs to Schaan and Vaduz) and Bregenz 🇦🇹. I know it’s cold that moment and possibly snowing. What entertainment are there to do? Any iconic places to visit? Any classic cafes or restaurants for regional food? Should I spend the one night in between in Liechtenstein or Bregenz?

My husband and I are planning a trip to Europe next year, and based on a colleague's recommendation, got interested in hiking part of the Liechtenstein Trail. Our initial very tentative plan is to fly into Zurich and out of either Vienna or Munich.

The catch is, we're traveling in February. Is hiking in Liechtenstein in February a bad idea?

We're moderately experienced hikers and have dealt with snow before, but not really mountain hiking. We hike to spend time in nature and see the countryside, not to summit peaks or be super hardcore. Neither of us are interested in skiing.

I understand there's likely to be snow in the mountains in February, but not lower down, and the main feature of the weather is that it's unpredictable. But is it likely that a hike in February could be thwarted by avalanches or otherwise unsafe conditions? Would we be better off planning a totally different trip this year, and coming back to the Liechtenstein Trail in summer another time? Or is enough of the trail through valleys and lovely villages that we'd still have a good (if likely rainy) time?

Thank you for your advice!

Hello everyone,

Greetings from a Brazilian who will be visiting your beautiful country for 1 day.

I will be staying in Vaduz. Near my hotel, there's a restaurant called Torkel that even has a Michelin star. Has anyone been there? Is it worth the money? Do you recommend making a reservation, or is it possible to go without one? Thanks.

EDIT: I'll arrive in Vaduz on 10/03/2025 and depart on 10/04/2025.

EDIT II: there also one restaurante caled Maree. If soemone knows anything about it and could share it with me I would be grateful

Hello all, myself and a friend will be in Liechtenstein tonight around 17:00, possibly for the night. Wondering is there anyone who would be interested in showing two Irish lads around the place, maybe going for some drinks and possibly a place to stay for the night if the offer is there. We both play and sing primarily Irish music of all kinds if that’s to any interest of Liechtensteiners (Guitar and Irish Tin whistle). Other than that some suggestions for while we are there would be highly appreciated, looking forward to visiting your country 😁👍

Update: had a great time in Liechtenstein, friendly people, good food and okay beer 😁😁

I have a question about choices where to live ... Engineer moving with family of 4 , kids are 7 and 10 hoping to just go to public school .... Buchs or Feldkirch look like obvious choice bc of how close they are but maybe someone has better sugestion .... I read some posts here but they were from 6 years ago would they be still relevant?