4th Smallest country in Europe

Liechtenstein is a pocket-sized principality in the Alps with castles and quiet trails. You should go if: You want a short, easy stop between Switzerland and Austria You like hiking and cycling in the Rhine Valley and the mountains You collect passport stamps and unusual countries You like crossing countries off your list - 4th smallest in Europe Must-visit places: Vaduz: The capital, with Vaduz Castle above it and a modern art museum Gutenberg Castle: A medieval castle in Balzers Malbun: A small ski area and summer hiking base Triesenberg: A Walser village with a local museum The Liechtenstein Trail: A long walk through the whole country Must-try foods: Käsknöpfle: Cheese dumplings with fried onions Riebel: A cornmeal dish served with sweet or savory sides Local wines from the princely vineyards Torkel restaurant is worth the price and a visit Fun facts: It is one of the smallest countries in the world, at about 62 square miles. It is one of only two doubly landlocked countries. Visitors can get a souvenir passport stamp at the Vaduz tourist office. Logistics: Best time: May to October; December to March for skiing Currency: Swiss franc Getting there: No airport or train station that connects across the country; take a bus from Sargans, Buchs or Feldkirch Getting around: Local buses cover the country Entry: Schengen Area, with an open border with Switzerland Must-learn phrases: Hello: Grüezi Please: Bitte Thank you: Danke Goodbye: Uf Wiederluege Cheers!: Prost!