Health and Wellness
- Best Hospital
- Landesspital Liechtenstein in Vaduz
- Yoga & Wellness Centers
- Yoga Loft in Schaan; single session approx. 25-30 CHF
- Gyms & Fitness Centers
- Fitnesshaus in Eschen; Day pass 20 CHF
- Laundry Services
- Tex-Point AG in Schaan for professional cleaning
Food and Drink
- Best Food Delivery App
- Mampf.li (local Liechtenstein delivery service)
- Best Local Dish to Try
- Käsknöpfle (Cheese dumplings with fried onions)
- Vegan/Vegetarian Options
- Vadozner Huus in Vaduz; great plant-based regional options
- Best Dessert Spots
- Confiserie Wanger in Schaan
- Affordable Shopping Spots
- Aldi or Lidl in nearby Feldkirch, Austria (significantly cheaper than FL)
- E-commerce/Online Store
- Galaxus.li or Digitech.ch
- Grocery Delivery
- Coop.ch (delivers to Nendeln)
- Bar/Nightlife Area
- Brauhaus in Schaan or bars in Vaduz center
- Local Brewery
- Liechtensteiner Brauhaus in Schaan
- Wine Bars
- Hofkellerei des Fürsten von Liechtenstein (Vaduz)
- Street Food Stalls
- Imbiss-König in Schaan
- Popular International Cuisine
- Ristorante Pizzeria Sapori in Nendeln
Culture and Attractions
- Must-See Landmarks
- Keramik Werkstatt Nendeln (historic pottery)
- Museums & Art Venues
- Kunstmuseum Liechtenstein (Vaduz); Entry 15 CHF
- Historical Sites
- Ruins of the Roman Fort in Nendeln
- Religious Sites
- St. Sebastian Chapel in Nendeln
- Annual Events
- National Day (August 15th) with fireworks at Vaduz Castle
- Cultural Districts
- Städtle (Vaduz pedestrian zone)
- Theater Venues
- TAK Theater Liechtenstein in Schaan
- Local Markets
- Weekly farmers market in Vaduz (Städtlemarkt)
- Music Scene
- FL1.LIFE Festival in Schaan (July)
- Street Art
- Public sculptures in Vaduz pedestrian precinct
- Cooking Classes
- Culinary workshops at the Hoi-Laden in Vaduz
- Art Galleries
- Gallery am Lindenplatz in Vaduz
- Historic Buildings
- Vaduz Castle (Residence of the Prince; view from outside)
- Local Heritage
- Traditional Alpine farming culture and dialect (Alemannic)
Nature and Outdoor Activities
- Nearby Nature Escapes
- Eschnerberg Trail (historic hiking path)
- National Parks Nearby
- Swiss National Park (Zernez), approx. 1h 30m drive
- Cycling/Walking Paths
- Rhine River Path (flat, paved cycling across the border)
- Scenic Viewpoints
- Three Sisters (Drei Schwestern) mountain peaks
- Birdwatching Locations
- Ruggeller Riet nature reserve
- Bonfire-Friendly Spots
- Gafadurahütte forest clearings
Other Services and Amenities
- Parcel Delivery Service
- Liechtensteinische Post AG
- Tech Repair Services
- MediaMarkt in Feldkirch (Austria) or Gravis in nearby Swiss cities
- Table Tennis Spots
- Public tables at the Primary School in Nendeln
- Language Classes
- Stein Egerta in Schaan (Adult education center)
- Libraries & Study Spots
- Landesbibliothek (National Library) in Vaduz
- Community Centers
- Gemeindezentrum Eschen
- Gaming Lounges
- Cyber Games in nearby Dornbirn, Austria
- Casino & Gaming Halls
- Casino Admiral in Ruggell
Essentials
- City
- Nendeln, Eschen Municipality, Liechtenstein
- Population
- 1,350 residents
- Internet Speed
- 100-500 Mbps via Telecom Liechtenstein fiber
- 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 sockets (Swiss standard)
- SIM Card
- Salt Liechtenstein, FL1 (Telecom Liechtenstein); approx. 30 CHF/month
- Banking for Expats
- LGT Bank, Liechtensteinische Landesbank (LLB), Revolut widely used
- Accommodation
- Local guesthouses and residential rentals; limited hotel stock in Nendeln
- Cashless Friendly
- Yes, cards and mobile payments (TWINT) accepted everywhere
- Short Term Rentals
- Airbnb (approx. 150-220 CHF/night), Landhaus am Giessen in nearby Vaduz
- Budget Accommodation
- Youth Hostel Schaan-Vaduz (approx. 50 CHF/night, 10 min drive)
- Best Area to Stay for Tourists
- Nendeln center near the Keramik Werkstatt for a village feel
- Best Area to Stay for Digital Nomads
- Eschen or Schaan for better connectivity and proximity to supermarkets
Working and Networking
- Best Coworking Space
- Technopark Liechtenstein in Vaduz (15 mins away); Daily desk approx. 40 CHF
- Best Cafe for Work
- Café Matt in neighbouring Eschen; quiet atmosphere and reliable Wi-Fi
- Networking Events
- Digital-Liechtenstein.li events, usually held in Vaduz or Schaan
- Social Events for Expats
- Liechtenstein Expat Meetup Group on Facebook; InterNations Liechtenstein
Transportation
- Best Taxi/Ride App
- Taxi Beck (Local service +423 233 35 35); no Uber/Bolt available
- Bike/Scooter Rental
- LIEmobil 'Free-Velo' scheme; bike rentals at Schaan train station
- Best Beach Nearby
- Badesee Going (Austria) or Lake Constance (Bregenz), 35 mins away
- Top Regional Airline
- Swiss International Air Lines (via Zurich/ZRH)
- Top International Airline
- Lufthansa, Austrian Airlines (via Zurich or Altenrhein)
- Highway Access
- Direct access to Rheintal Autobahn A13 via Schaan/Haag
- Main Train/Transit Hub
- Nendeln Station (ÖBB regional line) and Feldkirch (Austria) for international
- Public Transport Passes
- LIEmobil annual pass (approx. 370 CHF) or 24h pass (15 CHF)
- Regional Travel
- LIEmobil Yellow Buses connect Nendeln to Vaduz, Schaan, and Feldkirch
Business
- Studio Purchase Price (City Center)
- Approx. 12,500 CHF per m² (e.g., 40 m² = 500,000 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% (No withholding tax on dividends)
- Tax System
- Worldwide income for residents; exceptionally nomad-friendly for high earners
- 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 specific CFC rules
- Property Tax
- None (Liechtenstein taxes the wealth/yield from the land via wealth tax)
- Property Transaction Tax
- None (only notary and land registry fees apply)
- Attractive Tax System for Digital Nomads
- Low flat corporate tax and high personal exemptions; residence permits are extremely restricted