Introducing Liechtenstein
It’s true, Liechtenstein makes a fabulous wine-and-cheese-hour trivia subject – Did you know it was the sixth smallest country?… It’s still governed by an iron-willed monarch who lives in a Gothic castle on a hill… Yes, it really is the world’s largest producer of dentures… But if you’re visiting this pocket-sized principality solely for the cocktail-party bragging rights, keep the operation covert. This theme-park micronation takes its independence seriously and would shudder at the thought of being considered for novelty value alone. Liechtenstein would rather be remembered for its stunning natural beauty.
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Measuring just 25km in length and 6km in width, the country is barely larger than Manhattan. And though it might not look like much on a map, up close it’s filled with numerous hiking and cycling trails offering spectacular views of craggy cliffs, quaint villages, friendly locals and lush green forests.
Last updated: Jan 14, 2009
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RE: Liechtenstein
by artemis2 20 May 2012
+After 1 July I assume we'll buy some device for an alcool check in the area too;-),mandatory in France then.+ Thanks for mentioning…
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RE: Liechtenstein
by arizona 20 May 2012
#14: artemis, this is exactly the road we took last month, coming from (and have a break in) Bastogne, to Arlon. Due to our always limited…
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RE: Liechtenstein
by artemis2 20 May 2012
I haven't been to Liechtenstein either. +I have a problem with Luxemburg at the moment because I can't find anything that motivates me…
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