Liechtenstein

Liechtenstein Quick Facts…

Official NamePrincipality of Liechtenstein
Common NameLiechtenstein – /ˈlɪk.tən.staɪn/
NationalityLiechtensteiner(s) – noun, Liechtenstein – adjective
IndependencePrincipality of Liechtenstein established in 1719; Independence from the Holy Roman Empire in 1806; Independence from the German Confederation in 1866
Administrative Divisions11 communes
Total Population40,272 (#212) with 14.6% urbanized – 2023 estimate
Major Urban AreasVaduz (capital city)
Major LanguagesGerman (official)
Electricity Access100% of total population
Internet Access96% of total population
CurrencySwiss Francs (CHF)
Real GDP (PPP)$5.0 billion – 2014 estimate
Real GDP per Capita$139,100 (#1) – 2009 estimate
Total Area160 sq km / 62 sq mi (#219) with 0% water area
Geographic RegionEurope – Western Europe
Bordering CountriesAustria, Switzerland
Bordering Water BodiesNone

National Anthem: “Oben am jungen Rhein” (High Above the Young Rhine)