Vaduz
Capital of Liechtenstein
Vaduz is the capital of Liechtenstein, with a population of 5,668 as of 2019. The city serves as the administrative center and is known for its historic architecture, including Vaduz Castle, Vaduz Cathedral, and the Government Building.
What to see
The city features several significant landmarks located close to one another. Vaduz Castle overlooks the area, while Vaduz Cathedral and the Government Building represent the central civic and religious architecture. Visitors may also look at the Liechtenstein National Museum and the site of Schalun Castle.
When to go
Temperatures are warmest from June through August, with daily highs around 21 °C to 23 °C. This period also sees significant rainfall, with July and August recording 149 mm and 147 mm of rain respectively. The winter months of January, February, and December are cold, with daily highs between 3 °C and 5 °C and lows dropping to -5 °C or -6 °C. Spring and autumn offer moderate temperatures, though rain remains frequent throughout the year.
Getting there
The closest airport is Sankt Gallen Altenrhein Airport in Switzerland, located 38 km away. For international connections, Bodensee Airport Friedrichshafen in Germany is 59 km from the city.
Top sights in Vaduz
Weather by month
The warmest month is July, with an average high of 23 °C. Rain is spread fairly evenly through the year.
| Jan | Feb | Mar | Apr | May | Jun | Jul | Aug | Sep | Oct | Nov | Dec | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Average high, °C | 3 | 5 | 9 | 13 | 18 | 21 | 23 | 23 | 19 | 16 | 8 | 4 |
| Average low, °C | -6 | -5 | -1 | 2 | 7 | 11 | 13 | 13 | 10 | 6 | -1 | -5 |
| Rainfall, mm | 77 | 73 | 91 | 82 | 105 | 126 | 149 | 147 | 113 | 78 | 88 | 89 |
| Rainy days | 16 | 14 | 15 | 16 | 22 | 20 | 19 | 18 | 16 | 15 | 14 | 14 |
Temperatures and rainfall: 1981–2010 averages for Vaduz (4 km grid), from CHELSA. Rainy days: 2015–2024, NASA POWER.
Also worth a look
- Liechtenstein National Museum
- Schalun Castle