Travel Essentials

Liechtenstein: What To Know Before You Go

Q: What is the emergency number in Liechtenstein?

One number for everything: 112, Police: 117, Ambulance: 144, Fire: 118

Plugs: Types C and J, 230 V. Emergency: One number for everything 112, Police 117, Ambulance 144, Fire 118. Tipping: Service is included; rounding up the bill is common. Tap water: Tap water is generally safe to drink.

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Plugs And Power

Types C and J, 230 V

Emergency Numbers

One number for everything	112
Police	117
Ambulance	144
Fire	118

Tipping

Service is included; rounding up the bill is common.

Water And Health

Tap water: Tap water is generally safe to drink
Vaccines: Routine vaccines; tick-borne encephalitis for forest hiking
Malaria: None

Apps To Download Before You Go

Apple Pay / Google Pay: Cards and phone wallets are widely accepted; prices are in Swiss francs.
LIEmobil: The national bus network's app for timetables and tickets in Vaduz, Schaan and across the country.
SBB Mobile: Swiss Federal Railways app for trains to Sargans and Buchs, the rail stops for Liechtenstein.
WhatsApp: Hotels, guesthouses and tour providers use it for quick contact.
TWINT: A Swiss mobile payment app; some shops accept it, but it needs a Swiss bank account, so tourists should use cards.
Booking.com: Most hotels in Vaduz, Triesen and Malbun are listed here.
Google Translate: Helps with German menus and signs in the Alemannic dialect region.

Customs And Etiquette

Greetings. A handshake with eye contact is standard. Say 'Grüezi' when entering shops and offices.

Punctuality. Be on time for meetings and tours; being late is considered rude, as in Switzerland and Austria.

Quiet Sundays. Shops are closed on Sundays and public holidays, and quiet hours are respected in residential areas.

Safety And Scams

Liechtenstein is very safe, with one of the lowest crime rates in Europe. Mountain weather and trails are the main risk.

Overpriced tourist menus. Check menu prices; Swiss-level prices apply, and a coffee can cost over CHF 5.

Fake online rental listings. Book accommodation through well-known platforms to avoid fake listings.

Women travelers. Very safe day and night.

LGBTQ+ Travelers

Legal · Mostly Safe

Same-sex relations are legal, registered partnerships have existed since 2011, and same-sex marriage became legal in 2025. Attitudes are generally tolerant, though the country is small and traditional.

What Things Cost

Coffee (café)	CHF 4.50	$5.60
Local bus or metro ride	CHF 3	$3.75
Mid-range restaurant meal	CHF 35	$44
Hostel bed / budget room (night)	CHF 50	$63
Mid-range hotel (night)	CHF 200	$250
Daily budget, mid-range traveler	CHF 200	$250

2026-09

Best Time To Visit

Summer (June to September) is best for hiking and festivals. Winter is for skiing at Malbun. Spring and autumn are quieter with changing weather.

Phrases

Basic German phrases · Basic English phrases · Basic Italian phrases · Basic French phrases