"wee tiny ickle country" Liechtenstein by sourbugger

Liechtenstein Travel Guide: 551 reviews and 1,208 photos

Multi in parvo

In truth there is very little that is special about this tiny country, apart from the fact it is a tiny country.

If you were writing a list of the world's shortest books, the complete and utter history of Liechenstein would figure amongst them.

Pros and Cons

Pros:small
Cons:ultra-conservative
In a nutshell:much in little

Last visit to Liechtenstein: Jun 2002
Intro Written Jun 14, 2005
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Reviews (10)

Walking around Vaduz Things to Do (1)

Although you will not find anything spectacular, Vaduz is a pleasant enough place for a wander. There are some nice... more travel advice

Leitchenstein's youth hostel - Liechtenstein

Excellent for the summer Hotels (1)

Set just a couple of miles north of Vaduz (and on a handy bus route) the summer only youth hostel is set in open... more travel advice

Cheap souvenirs to send home - literally - Liechtenstein

Cheap souvenirs to send home - literally Shopping (1)

Like other small countries like San Marino and Andorra, their stamps have a rarity value and as such are a source of... more travel advice

Don't get confused on the castle... Warnings Or Dangers (1)

Spot the deliberate mistake in the picture... It is actually of Castle Liechenstein, south of Vienna. It is where the... more travel advice

Local Customs (2)
See All Retreat from Democracy...
Transportation (2)
See All Ruthlessly efficient bus service

Comments (4)

kyoub May 2, 2008 at 3:50 AM Report Abuse

A lovely little town. Great idea to add the crown to their flag. The special stamps are a plus also.
jadedmuse Apr 3, 2008 at 7:50 PM Report Abuse

Ahhh yes, those little known facts about the little known...Liechtenstein!
hindu1936 Oct 14, 2006 at 5:33 AM Report Abuse

Great information. Useful AND entertaining. How are the highways?
Jenniflower Aug 2, 2006 at 6:25 AM Report Abuse

Love the flag tip :) Gotta love little Lichtenstein - they (along with Switzerland) are the only 2 countries that we (S Africans)dont need visas for! yay! Jen x