The Liechtenstein Trail In Focus

Lauren Kania
Lauren Kania - Travel Editor
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There’s only one way to truly experience the very best of Liechtenstein, and that is by walking across the entire country on a single, breathtaking route.

Whilst the country is only 25km in length, the Liechtenstein Trail weaves in and out of flourishing vineyards, endless meadows, pearl-tipped mountaintops, and hilltop castles, stretching a total of 75km, allowing trekkers to become intimately familiar with every inch of the principality. 

Launched in 2019 in celebration of the country’s 300th anniversary, the Liechtenstein Trail takes visitors through all 11 municipalities of the country, revealing a wealth of culture and history along the way. 

It is possible for experienced hikers to complete the trail in two days; however, it is specifically divided into five stages – Balzers-Triesenberg; Triesenberg-Vaduz; Vaduz-Nendeln; Nendeln-Ruggell; and Ruggell-Schaanwald. 

Each stage is between 10 and 19km long in order to allow visitors to fully experience the uniquely exciting stories, sights, and natural views.  

The suggested itinerary endorses dallying and veering off course to explore the country’s diverse scenery, expand your mind at different museums, marvel at castles, traverse German-speaking dorfs (villages), amble through forests, and witness the evocative ruins of sites like Schellenberg. 

Be sure to download the LIstory app whilst hiking to learn more about key sites along the way and gain a broader picture of not only the landscape but the backstory that accompanies it. 

Experience a majestic and picturesque adventure that blends technology with history, culture, and exceptional beauty. The Liechtenstein Trail will make your heart sing and imagination soar to heights you never dreamed of.     

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Lauren Kania is an in-house travel writer for Outlook Travel Magazine, where she is responsible for crafting original travel features for the magazine, travel guides, and the digital platform.