Vaduz, Liechenstein

Vaduz is the capital of the principality of Liechtenstein and the seat of the national parliament. The town, located along the Rhine, is very small but is home to the Prince’s Castle and his museums.

The most prominent landmark of Vaduz is Vaduz Castle, the home of the reigning prince of Liechtenstein and the Liechtenstein princely family. The castle is visible from almost any location in Vaduz, being perched atop a steep hill in the middle of the city. The castle is not open to the public, but the view from its perimeter are excellent.The Cathedral of St. Florin, Government House and City Hall are also well-known landmarks, displaying the various styles and periods of architecture that the city is known for.

Things to see and do

* ‘KunstMuseum’ – art museum
* Views from Vaduz Castle
* Old covered bridge across Rhine
* Main square
* Cathedral of St. Florin

Cruise Season – March - Dec
Currency – Swiss Franc (CHF)
Language – German
Land Area - 17.3 km2
Population – 5,500 approx
Time – GMT plus one hour
Electricity - 2 round pins European style
International Country Telephone Code – +423

Travel Links – The fastest way to get into the town of Vaduz is to get a train from Zurich to Sargans, then catch a bus to Vaduz. An alternative way is to catch a train from Buchs to Schaan, then catch a bus to Vaduz. The closest railway station is Schaan-Vaduz, located around 2km from the city centre in the twon of Schaan.