Little Liechtenstein

Grandpa Jean, Oma and Opa wanted to go back and visit the area where the family had lived 20 years ago.  Since we were so close, we decided to travel to Eichberg via Liechtenstein.  We have driven through it several times, but I don’t think we have ever stopped.  True, there isn’t much to see, but it is fun to say you have gone to 2 different countries in one day!

We were lucky and found some great parking very easily.  On the walk from there into the main downtown area, we passed this church.

It was very charming and lovely inside as well. Sarah especially liked this church and wanted to go back inside on our way home as well.  I think she appreciated that there were no gory pictures anywhere, and that pink light through the stained glass is very pretty.

The main square was a large pedestrian zone full of fun little shops, a few museums and a municipal building.  Instead of the traditional cobblestone, there was a large area that had been renovated with yellow tiles.  They were beautiful, but really, really bright in the sun.

There was also some fun art, which always interests my kids.

Off to the side of the main walkway, there was a gravel garden, with several trees and even more statues.  We walked through it on the way back, and saw several families relaxing on the benches along the walls.  It was very friendly looking, but still bright!

We walked for quite a ways, and even found some public restrooms we made use of.  but since we weren’t really in a shopping mood, we didn’t stay too long in town.  We did drive up the hill to get a view of the royal residence.  The Fürst still lives here.  Like the ghost shot in the corner? 🙂  The kids got a good laugh when I pointed out the old toilet on the side of the tower. Sarah asked if they still used it.  I am pretty sure the inside has been thoroughly renovated with indoor plumbing!

He sure does have a beautiful view! Next time we have visitors, I would like to come back and stay a little longer, maybe take a walk in the mountains nearby.  For sure, I want to visit the museum that was on the main square.

 

 

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