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Hidden Gems of Liechtenstein

Liechtenstein’s lesser-known landmarks span medieval fortifications, alpine tripoints, and secluded religious sites. This collection includes the castle ruins of Schellenberg and Vaduz, offering insight into the region's 12th and 13th-century defenses. High-altitude highlights include Naafkopf, a peak marking the border between Liechtenstein, Austria, and Switzerland. Historic chapels like the Friedenskapelle in Malbun and the Russian Monument in Hinterschellenberg provide unique cultural contexts, reflecting the principality's religious heritage and its role in 20th-century European history.

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Obere Burg

Obere Burg, also known colloquially as Burg Neu-Schellenberg, is a castle ruin located in the municipality of Schellenberg, Liechtenstein.

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Untere Burg

Untere Burg, also known colloquially as Burg Alt-Schellenberg, is a castle ruin located in the municipality of Schellenberg, Liechtenstein.

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Ruine Tosters

Medieval hilltop castle ruins located on the northern spurs of the Eschnerberg. The site features a preserved keep and remnants of residential buildings dating back to the late 13th century.

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Augstenberg

Augstenberg is a mountain in Liechtenstein in the Rätikon range of the Eastern Alps close to the border with Austria and the town of Malbun…

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Naafkopf

The Naafkopf is a mountain in the Rätikon range of the Alps, located at the border between Austria, Liechtenstein and Switzerland.

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Schalun Castle

Schalun Castle, also known colloquially as Wildschloss, is a castle ruin located in the municipality of Vaduz, Liechtenstein.

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Eschnerberg

Eschnerberg, also Eschner Berg, Schellenberg, is 698 m high mountain of seven peaks in the Rhine Valley, on the borderline of Liechtenstein…

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Kapelle Heilige Sebastian und Fridolin

A historic chapel in Nendeln, originally built in 1639 following a plague epidemic. The structure features simple Baroque elements and is protected as a local heritage site.

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Kapelle Mariahilf

A 17th-century chapel located in the municipality of Balzers. The building is a notable example of traditional regional religious architecture and serves as a quiet site for local reflection.

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Friedenskapelle

Built in 1950, this 'Chapel of Peace' is the highest house of worship in the principality. It is located in the mountain resort of Malbun at an altitude of approximately 1,600 meters.

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Russian Monument

A memorial stone in Hinterschellenberg commemorating the 500 soldiers of the First Russian National Army who sought and were granted asylum in Liechtenstein at the end of World War II.