A weekend in Liechtenstein
Experience
... The «malbi-Rondo» carousel in the malbi-Park children's area in the Malbun ski resort is just the thing for the first attempts at standing up on skis. The malbi-Park also has a magic carpet and a simple drag lift for little ski fans. By the way: Ski stars such as Tina Weirather and Marco «Büxi» Büchel have also learnt to ski in Malbun.
malbi-Park in 9497 Malbun, www.tourismus.li > Kinderland malbi-Park in winter
Continuous operation from 14 December 2019 to 13 April 2020 .
... Vaduz Town Hall Square is transformed into the dreamlike winter wonderland «Vaduz on Ice» during the Advent and Christmas season. Families can skate to their heart's content, practise their curling skills or enjoy a delicious meal in the «Alphötta» or at one of the cosy food stalls.
Vaduz on Ice, 8 November 2019 to 6 January 2020, Städtle 6, 9490 Vaduz, www.vaduz-on-ice.li
... The Malbun snowboard and ski school offers individual and group courses in all disciplines. Up to 45 certified ski and snowboard instructors help pupils of all ages to learn the basics on skis or snowboard. Courses are available for children from the age of three.
Schneesportschule Malbun, Im Malbun 35, 9497 Malbun, www.tourismus.li > Schneesportschule Malbun
High season: 14 December 2019 to 6 January 2020 and 25 January to 8 March 2020
Low season: 7 to 24 January 2020 and 9 March to 13 April 2020
Enjoy
... The 1120 metre long winter toboggan run from Sücka down to Steg offers pure tobogganing fun. It's worth trying one of the special fondues at the Sücka mountain inn beforehand. Sledges can be hired on site at the mountain inn.
Berggasthaus Sücka, Sückastrasse 41, 9497 Steg, www.tourismus.li > Toboggan run Sücka
The toboggan run is open every day except Mondays. If the snow conditions are uncertain, it is best to call the Sücka directly: +423 263 25 79
... The hit for cold winter days: llama and alpaca trekking with outdoor fondue. Experience a special llama tour in the mountain region of Liechtenstein and enjoy a tasty cheese fondue under the stars after the guided tour. Hike from Malbun, Steg or Triesenberg on family-friendly winter hiking trails accompanied by llamas. During the day or at night (equipped with torches or headlamps), the tour takes you along snow-covered winter trails. It is advisable to book well in advance.
www.tourismus.li > Llama and alpaca trekking with outdoor fondue
... Snow crunching underfoot, thoughts flying freely under the radiant winter sun or engrossed in stimulating conversation: The well-prepared Sassweg winter hiking trail in Malbun is a favourite for many different reasons. Winter and snowshoe hikers enjoy the two-hour circular trail, which winds its way between high snow walls, Legföhren and sunny snow hollows. The starting point of what is probably the most popular winter hiking trail in Liechtenstein is the Friedenskapelle chapel in Malbun. Car parking is available at the entrance to the village after the tunnel.
www.tourismus.li> Winter hike on the Sassweg
Overnight stay
... The Berggasthaus Sücka at over 1400 metres is a former spa hotel and offers cosy rooms for overnight stays. The Malbun ski area, the toboggan run and a cross-country ski trail are all close by.
Berggasthaus Sücka, Sückastrasse 41, 9497 Steg, www.suecka.li. An overnight stay in a double room with shower/WC costs around 55 francs per person, breakfast included. Children under 5 are free of charge.
... Guaranteed snow, family-friendly, well laid out - the small winter holiday resort of Malbun invites you to enjoy a princely skiing holiday at an altitude of around 1600 metres. In the traffic-calmed mountain village of Malbun, the hotels are located directly on the piste. The small size of the Liechtenstein ski resort has many advantages, especially for families with children: The hotels are ideally suited to the needs of families and are located directly on the piste, making for perfect skiing fun. This is why the Swiss Tourism Federation has awarded the Malbun ski resort the coveted «Family Destination» seal of approval.
www.skiferien.li
7 nights incl. 6-day ski pass and half board for two adults and two children cost from CHF 2200 in a 3-star family hotel.