Liechtenstein: Capital, Flag and Fun Facts

About Liechtenstein

Liechtenstein is a tiny country in the Alps, tucked between Switzerland and Austria. It has a flat Rhine valley in the west and mountains in the east. It is known for its prince, its castle and alpine skiing.

About Vaduz

Vaduz lies along the Rhine River, linked to Switzerland by a footbridge. It is known for Vaduz Castle, home of the prince, perched on a steep hill above the town.

Fun facts about Liechtenstein

1. Liechtenstein is one of only two doubly landlocked countries in the world; the other is Uzbekistan.
2. A crown was added to its flag in 1937 after the 1936 Olympics revealed it matched Haiti's flag.
3. Liechtenstein has had no army since 1868, when it was disbanded to save money.
4. The Rhine River runs along much of Liechtenstein's western border with Switzerland.
5. Liechtenstein covers only about 160 square kilometres, making it one of the smallest countries in the world.
6. Liechtenstein uses the Swiss franc as its money and has shared a customs union with Switzerland since 1924.