Liechtenstein Trail: Stage 5

On serene paths to the final destination of your adventure

Atmospheric evening light over the Ruggell Wetland with the course of the river, trees and a view of the mountains in the background.

Ruggell - Schaanwald

The last stage leads from the Küefer Martis House in Ruggell through the idyllic Ruggell Wetland to Schellenberg with its castle ruins and stunning views. You hike along old smugglers' paths and the historical Silk Tree Trail through the Maurer Wetland to your destination at the Schaanwald customs office on the Austrian border.

Facts & figures

Total length

19.4 km

Walking time

5:25 h

Height difference ascent

411 m

Height difference descent

377 m

Highest point

697 m

Lowest point

429 m

Highlights along the way

Ruggell Wetland

The Ruggell Wetland nature reserve is a gem in Liechtenstein's valley plain.

Schellenberg Castle Ruins

There are two castle ruins in Schellenberg, whereby the so-called Upper Castle is a very popular excursion destination and can be reached after a short walk.

Schellenberg

Liechtenstein FarmhouseMuseum

The Liechtenstein FarmhouseMuseum shows the construction methods and way of life of past centuries in a 500-year-old wooden house.

Mauren

Birka bird paradise

The Birka bird paradise is a popular excursion destination with a children's playground and biotope.

Herb garden Mauren

The herb garden on the edge of the Weiherring leisure facility offers a variety of medicinal and aromatic herbs.

Your ideal companion: the LIstory app

The LIstory app brings you conveniently and informatively from adventure station to adventure station on the Liechtenstein Trail. Learn about the history and culture of the Principality as you hike through it.

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