Created in 1719, the
principality of Liechtenstein became an
independent country in 1866. The country
attracts most of its visitors during the
warm Summer months, when they can enjoy
a range of outdoor activities. The Alpine
Winter sports season runs from November
to March. Outside of the high season, hotels
are often not so busy and cheaper offers
available. There are processions and fireworks
displays to celebrate Liechtenstein's national
holiday on the 15th of August.
Capital City: Vaduz
Population: 33,000
Area: 160 sq km
Geography: Liechtenstein is a mountainous
country located between Austria and Switzerland.
Weather: Cloudy, cool summers and snowy,
cold winters.
Getting There: Visitors can enter Liechtenstein by road from
Switzerland, with which the country has a customs
union, and Austria. There are no airports in Liechtenstein,
the closest being Zurich, which is 115 km away.
There are train services to Austria and Switzerland.
