Liechtenstein Alpine Loop: Zurich, Vaduz and Mountain Malbun
A fascinating 3-day exploration of the tiny Principality of Liechtenstein. Travel smoothly from Zurich along Lake Walen to Vaduz, hike to the overlook beneath the Prince’s Castle, ascend into alpine Malbun, and cross to medieval Feldkirch, Austria.
Intercity route legs
Day-by-day itinerary
Zurich to Vaduz and Castle Overlook
VaduzTake the train from Zurich to Sargans and bus 11 into Vaduz. Walk up the scenic forested trail beneath Vaduz Castle and explore the pedestrian Stadle.
Mountain Bus to Alpine Malbun
MalbunTake bus 21 up into the mountain amphitheatre of Malbun at 1,600m. Ride the Sareis chairlift and hike along the flower-filled Fürstin-Gina-Weg ridge trail.
National Museum and Cross-Border Return
VaduzTour the Liechtenstein National Museum and modern art foundation before taking the LIEmobil bus to Feldkirch, Austria or train back to Zurich.
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