scenic viewpoint
Triesenberg
Walser mountain village terraced 400 m above the Rhine on the hairpin road to Malbun; its balcony viewpoints take in the entire principality and the Swiss Alpstein across the valley.
3 km · about 5 min drive
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Vaduz
Vaduz, Liechtenstein · Europe
About Vaduz
Vaduz works well as a base: 5 minutes from Triesen, 9km from Gutenberg Castle.
Vaduz is a town located in Vaduz, Liechtenstein. With a population of 5,197, it is an important destination in Europe.
On a road trip, Vaduz sits in Liechtenstein. It's in the Europe/Vaduz time zone. Below you'll find where to stay, things to do nearby, and everything you need to add Vaduz to your route.
About Vaduz
Vaduz (; German: [faˈduts] ; High Alemannic: [faˈdot͡s]) is the capital of Liechtenstein and also the seat of the national parliament. The town, which is located along the Rhine, has 5,696 residents. The most prominent landmark of Vaduz is Vaduz Castle, perched atop a steep hill overlooking the town. It is home to theRead more
reigning prince of Liechtenstein and the Liechtenstein princely family. The town's distinctive architecture is also displayed in landmarks such as the Cathedral of St. Florin, Government House, Town Hall, the National Art Gallery, as well as the National Museum. Although Vaduz is the best-known town in the principality internationally, it is not the largest; neighbouring Schaan has a larger population.
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Where is Vaduz located?
Vaduz is located in Vaduz, Liechtenstein, Europe. The coordinates are 47.1415 latitude, 9.5215 longitude.
What is the population of Vaduz?
Vaduz has a population of approximately 5,197 people, making it a town in Liechtenstein.
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- Population
- 5,197
- Continent
- Europe
- Country
- Liechtenstein
- Region
- Vaduz
- Timezone
- Europe/Vaduz
- Coordinates
- 47.1415, 9.5215
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Worth the detour from Vaduz
8 notable places within an hour's drive.
landmark
Malbun
Liechtenstein's only ski resort, an alpine bowl reached by a winding mountain road and ringed by trails.
8 km · about 15 min drive
castle
Gutenberg Castle
A medieval hilltop castle in Balzers, one of Liechtenstein's few preserved fortresses with valley views.
9 km · about 15 min drive
restaurant
Berggasthaus Aescher
An 1846 guesthouse pressed under a 100 m overhanging cliff below Ebenalp, made world-famous by a National Geographic cover; cable car from Wasserauen, then a 15-minute walk to rösti on the terrace.
18 km · about 20 min drive
mountain pass
Schwägalp Pass
The road under the north face of the Säntis, ending at the cable car station. Green alpine pasture country rather than high rock.
20 km · about 25 min drive
landmark
Appenzell
A colourful village in rolling green hills known for its painted wooden houses, direct democracy traditions, and the dramatic Alpstein range.
23 km · about 25 min drive
bridge
Salginatobel Bridge
Robert Maillart's slender 1930 concrete arch spanning the Salgina ravine near Schiers: declared a World Monument and revered by engineers as one of the most beautiful bridges ever built.
23 km · about 25 min drive
mountain pass
Furkajoch
A narrow, quiet Vorarlberg pass with a fine view over the Rhine valley, closed through the winter.
27 km · about 30 min drive
Driving roads near Vaduz
11 named roads, passes and coastal drives within 60km.
- Right hereTriesenbergWalser mountain village terraced 400 m above the Rhine on the hairpin road to Malbun; its balcony viewpoints take in the entire principality and the Swiss Alpstein across the valley.
- 20 kmSchwägalp PassThe road under the north face of the Säntis, ending at the cable car station. Green alpine pasture country rather than high rock.
- 23 kmSalginatobel BridgeRobert Maillart's slender 1930 concrete arch spanning the Salgina ravine near Schiers: declared a World Monument and revered by engineers as one of the most beautiful bridges ever built.
- 27 kmFurkajochA narrow, quiet Vorarlberg pass with a fine view over the Rhine valley, closed through the winter.
- 47 kmHochtannberg PassA pass linking the Bregenzerwald to Lech, held open through winter for the ski resorts.
- 50 kmSilvretta High Alpine RoadA scenic toll road climbing past the Silvretta reservoir to the Bielerhöhe at 2036m, connecting the Montafon and Paznaun valleys in western Austria.
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