Liechtenstein’s road network consists of about 120 km of roads that are part of the country’s area of ​​responsibility. In addition, the eleven municipalities of Liechtenstein maintain about 260 km of roads, which are used daily not only by local vehicles, but also by numerous passengers and visitors from Austria, Switzerland and other European countries. However, the traffic intensity is high only on the main roads and during peak hours on at the beginning and at the end of the working day.

Toll roads in Liechtenstein

There are no tolls in Liechtenstein.

Main traffic laws of Liechtenstein

Speed ​​limits in Liechtenstein

Standard speed limits in Liechtenstein (unless otherwise indicated on signs). Cars:

  • in the settlement – 50 km/h
  • outside the settlement – 80 km/h

Cars with a trailer:

  • in the settlement – 50 km/h
  • outside the settlement – 80 km/h

Alcohol

The maximum permissible blood alcohol level in Liechtenstein is  0.8 ‰  .

Low light

In Liechtenstein, the use of dipped beam is mandatory.

The use of “daytime running lights” is sufficient if lighting and visibility conditions are good.

From February 2011, all vehicles type-approved within the EU must be fitted with so-called “daytime running lights” as standard. The use of these daytime running lights is permitted as an alternative to the dipped beam when lighting and visibility conditions are sufficiently good. In bad weather or at dusk abroad, you should also use the dipped beam of the headlights.

Transportation of children in Liechtenstein

In Liechtenstein, children under 14 years of age and less than 1.50 meters tall need a child seat that corresponds to the child’s weight and height. If the child is transported in the front passenger seat in a child seat facing the traffic, the airbag must be deactivated.

Safety belts

The use of seat belts in Liechtenstein   is mandatory  for front and rear passengers.

Phoning

It is forbidden to use a telephone device in Liechtenstein that is not equipped with a technical device that allows you to conduct negotiations without the use of hands while driving.

Useful information

There are no general requirements for winter tires in Liechtenstein. However, the use of winter tires is strongly recommended in winter weather conditions. Anyone involved in an accident on summer tires in winter weather can be held liable.

Emergency numbers in Liechtenstein

  • Fire service – 118
  • Police – 117
  • Ambulance – 144
  • Assistance in the event of an accident – 140 (  “Autohilfe”  )
  • Information on subscriber numbers – 111
  • Information on the state of roads – 120 or 163

Mandatory equipment

Equipment that  must  be in a car in Liechtenstein:

  • Emergency stop sign