Transportation
- Bike/Scooter Rental
- LIEmobil 'Free-Velo' bike sharing system throughout the Unterland region
- Best Beach Nearby
- Badesee Going (Lake) or Bregenz (Lake Constance), approx. 40 mins drive
- Top Regional Airline
- Swiss International Air Lines (via Zurich Airport)
- Top International Airline
- Lufthansa, Austrian Airlines (via Zurich or Friedrichshafen)
- Highway Access
- Direct access to the A13 (Switzerland) via the Bendern/Haag border crossing
- Main Train/Transit Hub
- Nendeln Station (Eschen-Nendeln) or Feldkirch (Austria) for international OBB trains
- Public Transport Passes
- LIEmobil Monthly Pass (approx. 80 CHF for all zones in Liechtenstein)
- Regional Travel
- Yellow LIEmobil buses connect Eschen to Vaduz (15 mins) and Feldkirch, Austria (15 mins)
- Best Taxi/Ride App
- Taxi Beck (Local) or Uber (available but limited availability from across the Swiss border)
Health and Wellness
- Best Hospital
- Liechtensteinisches Landesspital in Vaduz (approx. 10km away)
- Yoga & Wellness Centers
- Yoga-Liechtenstein in Schaan; single class approx. 25-30 CHF
- Gyms & Fitness Centers
- Fitnesshaus Eschen; monthly membership approx. 95 CHF
- Laundry Services
- Textilreinigung LPS in Schaan (5 mins drive)
Food and Drink
- Best Food Delivery App
- JustEat.ch (Limited local coverage, mainly from neighboring towns)
- Best Local Dish to Try
- Käsknöpfle (Cheese pasta with fried onions)
- Vegan/Vegetarian Options
- Vivid in Vaduz (Plant-based focus, 12 mins away)
- Best Dessert Spots
- Bäckerei-Konditorei Confiserie Wanger in Eschen center
- Affordable Shopping Spots
- Lidl and Aldi in nearby Haag (Switzerland) or Feldkirch (Austria) for lower prices
- E-commerce/Online Store
- Galaxus.ch, Amazon.de (use a German/Austrian pickup point)
- Grocery Delivery
- Coop.ch (atHome delivery service)
- Bar/Nightlife Area
- The 'Städtle' in Vaduz or the bars in Feldkirch, Austria for a younger crowd
- Local Brewery
- Liechtensteiner Brauhaus in Schaan
- Wine Bars
- Hofkellerei des Fürsten von Liechtenstein (Vaduz)
- Street Food Stalls
- Döner and pizza kiosks near the Eschen bus hub
- Popular International Cuisine
- Restaurant Luce (Italian) in Schaan
Culture and Attractions
- Must-See Landmarks
- Pfarrkirche St. Martin (Church) and the Prehistoric Settlement Lutzengüetle
- Museums & Art Venues
- Pfruendhaus Eschen (Cultural exhibits and local art)
- Historical Sites
- Schloss Vaduz (The princely castle, visible from distance, 15 mins away)
- Religious Sites
- St. Martin's Parish Church, Eschen
- Annual Events
- Liechtenstein National Day (Staatsfeiertag) on August 15th
- Cultural Districts
- The 'Unterland' rural heritage area
- Theater Venues
- SAL (Saal am Lindaplatz) in Schaan for concerts and plays
- Local Markets
- Weekly farmers market in Vaduz square
- Music Scene
- FL1.LIFE Festival in Schaan (summer music and talk event)
- Street Art
- Sculptures along the 'Skulpturenweg' in nearby Vaduz
- Cooking Classes
- Sporthotel Malbun (occasionally hosts Knöpfle workshops)
- Art Galleries
- Kunstraum Engländerbau in Vaduz
- Historic Buildings
- Historic town hall (Gemeindehaus) Eschen
- Local Heritage
- Agriculture and wine-growing traditions of the lower valley
Essentials
- City
- Eschen, Unterland, Liechtenstein
- Population
- Approx. 4,500
- Internet Speed
- High-speed fiber connectivity, average 150 Mbps via Telecom Liechtenstein
- Currency & Banking
- Swiss Franc (CHF); 1 CHF ≈ 1.13 USD, 1 USD ≈ 0.88 CHF
- Tap Water
- Drinkable, high-quality Alpine spring water
- Power
- 230V, 50Hz, 🔌 Type J (Swiss) and C sockets
- SIM Card
- Telecom Liechtenstein (FL1), Salt, or Swisscom; approx. 40 CHF for 10GB
- Banking for Expats
- LGT Bank, Liechtensteinische Landesbank (LLB), Revolut (widely accepted)
- Accommodation
- Private rentals, limited local hotels like Hotel Turna (Malbun) or Airbnb in neighboring Schaan
- Cashless Friendly
- Yes, cards and Apple Pay accepted almost everywhere
- Short Term Rentals
- Airbnb (average 120-180 CHF/night), Booking.com
- Budget Accommodation
- Jugendherberge Schaan-Vaduz (approx. 50-70 CHF/night, 10 mins away)
- Best Area to Stay for Tourists
- Eschen Center (near the parish church) or Nendeln for train access
- Best Area to Stay for Digital Nomads
- Schaan (for coworking access) or Eschen-Rofenberg for quiet residential stays
Working and Networking
- Best Coworking Space
- Technopark Liechtenstein in Vaduz (10 mins drive); Day pass approx. 35 CHF
- Best Cafe for Work
- Café Matt in Eschen center; quiet atmosphere with reliable WiFi
- Networking Events
- Technopark 'Startup Night' events and Digital-Liechtenstein.li meetups
- Social Events for Expats
- Liechtenstein Expat Meetup Group (often meets in Vaduz or Schaan)
Business
- Studio Purchase Price (City Center)
- Approx. 12,000 CHF per m² (e.g., 40 m² = 480,000 CHF)
- Studio Purchase Price (Outside City)
- Approx. 10,000 CHF per m² (e.g., 40 m² = 400,000 CHF)
- 1-Bedroom Purchase Price (City Center)
- Approx. 11,500 CHF per m² (e.g., 60 m² = 690,000 CHF)
- 1-Bedroom Purchase Price (Outside City)
- Approx. 9,500 CHF per m² (e.g., 60 m² = 570,000 CHF)
- 2-Bedroom Purchase Price (City Center)
- Approx. 11,000 CHF per m² (e.g., 80 m² = 880,000 CHF)
- 2-Bedroom Purchase Price (Outside City)
- Approx. 9,000 CHF per m² (e.g., 80 m² = 720,000 CHF)
- Corporate Tax
- 12.5% flat rate
- Dividend Withholding Tax
- 0% (Liechtenstein does not levy withholding tax on dividends)
- Tax System
- Worldwide income basis for residents
- Highest Income Tax Bracket
- Approx. 24% (combined national and communal tax)
- VAT
- 8.1% (Standard rate shared with Switzerland)
- Controlled Foreign Company (CFC) Rules
- No strict CFC rules, making it very pro-business
- Property Tax
- No annual property tax, but wealth tax applies to net assets
- Property Transaction Tax
- Real estate capital gains tax applies instead of a transfer tax
- Attractive Tax System for Digital Nomads
- Very low compared to surrounding EU nations; residency is highly restricted (lottery or employment based)
Nature and Outdoor Activities
- Nearby Nature Escapes
- Eschnerberg Trail (Historischer Höhenweg), a scenic ridge walk
- National Parks Nearby
- Swiss Tectonic Arena Sardona (UNESCO site, 45 mins drive)
- Cycling/Walking Paths
- Rhine River Path (flat cycling trail connecting Switzerland and Liechtenstein)
- Scenic Viewpoints
- Rofenberg viewpoint overlooking the Rhine Valley
- Birdwatching Locations
- Ruggeller Riet Nature Reserve (5 mins from Eschen)
- Bonfire-Friendly Spots
- Public BBQ areas at the Robinson Playground in Triesen (15 mins)
Other Services and Amenities
- Parcel Delivery Service
- Liechtensteinische Post AG (located in Eschen center)
- Tech Repair Services
- ICT Center AG in Vaduz
- Table Tennis Spots
- TTC Eschen-Mauren (local sports club facility)
- Language Classes
- Stein Egerta in Schaan (Adult education center)
- Libraries & Study Spots
- Liechtensteinische Landesbibliothek (National Library) in Vaduz
- Community Centers
- Gemeindezentrum Eschen
- Gaming Lounges
- None in Eschen; Virtual Reality lounges in Zurich (90 mins)
- Casino & Gaming Halls
- Casino Admiral in Ruggell (5 mins away)