The Liechtenstein fairs

Where young and old meet
Large colorful chain carousel at the fair in Balzers, full of happy visitors in front of a mountain backdrop under a blue sky.

The highlight of village life

Colorful market stalls, the smell of freshly baked bread and a convivial atmosphere - the fairs in Liechtenstein have been an integral part of community life for centuries.

All occasions

Many of the municipalities have their own traditional fair. Locals and guests meet here to stroll through the market stalls, meet friends or ride the "Tütschauto" (bumper cars).

May 17 & 18, 2025

More information: Municipality of Schaan

May 30 to June 1, 2025

More information: Balzers active

October 3 to 5, 2025

More information: Experience Vaduz

October 10 to 12, 2025

More information: Unterländer Jahrmarkt

Background

Origin of the fairs

The fair used to coincide with the autumn cattle market. The traders tried to get their goods to the farmer or farmer's wife. At the cattle market, the prize-winning animals were presented with a gift of money from the state. This was often used to buy essentials, such as clothing, at the market.

Even today, the fairs in Vaduz and Eschen are held at the same time as the premium market .