Liechtensteinisches PostMuseum
The PostMuseum in Vaduz shows Liechtenstein’s postage stamps since 1912 and the postal history of the region; admission is free.
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About the museum
The Postmuseum has existed since 1930 and has belonged to the Stiftung Liechtensteinisches LandesMuseum since 2006. It is located in the Städtle of Vaduz and preserves every stamp the Liechtenstein post has ever issued. Because the total is too large, only a representative cross-section is shown.
The exhibition traces the story from the region’s beginnings as a thoroughfare to modern philately. As early as the 15th century, the route of the “Lindauer Boten” (Lindau Messenger) between Lindau on Lake Constance and Milan ran through what is now Liechtenstein; it operated weekly until 1826, carrying mail, goods and travelers. An interactive presentation traces its route.
Liechtenstein has issued its own stamps since 1912. Original designs by the designers, printing plates and printed sheets show how an idea becomes a finished stamp. Special techniques such as laser cutting and the embroidered stamp issued in 2019 for the national anniversary have shaped the reputation of Liechtenstein’s issues among collectors. In 2018 the building was comprehensively renovated and received an online stamp catalog that makes all issues digitally accessible. In 2019 the museum was nominated by the European Museum Forum for the title “European Museum of the Year”.
Highlights
- Liechtenstein stamps since 1912 in a representative selection
- Original designs, printing plates and printed sheets show the path to the finished stamp
- Interactive presentation on the “Lindauer Boten” between Lindau and Milan
- Digital stamp catalog on site and online
- Free admission, open every day
Permanent exhibition
- Dauerausstellung – Briefmarken und Postgeschichte – A cross-section of Liechtenstein stamps since 1912, with designs, printing plates and printed sheets, plus an interactive presentation on the postal connection of the “Lindauer Boten”.
- Founded
- 1930
- Operated by
- Stiftung Liechtensteinisches LandesMuseum
Admission & discounts
Admission is free.
Admission is free.
Accessibility
- Partially wheelchair accessible
- Elevator: no information
- Accessible restroom: no information
- Accessible parking: no information
- Service dogs welcome
- Tactile models & exhibits: no information
- Sign language tours: no information
- Easy-to-read materials: no information
- Audio description: no information
A wheelchair-accessible stairlift is available; help operating it is available at +423 239 68 46. Assistance dogs are allowed.
Kids & families
The museum hasn’t published any information on this.
Getting there & parking
By public transit
Vaduz Post
By train to Sargans, then LIEmobil bus 11 or 12E to “Vaduz Post”; or by train to Buchs SG, bus 12 to Schaan Bahnhof and then bus 11 to “Vaduz Post”; from Austria and Germany by train to Feldkirch and then bus 11 to “Vaduz Post”.
From Switzerland, take the A13 motorway to exit 9 Sevelen/Vaduz; from Austria, take the A14 to exit 41 Feldkirch-Frastanz and continue via Schaanwald to Vaduz. The PostMuseum is located in the Städtle, just a few steps from the main building of the Landesmuseum.
Get directionsAmenities & dining
- Museum shop
Stamps and souvenirs in the museum shop; also an online stamp shop (stamps.postmuseum.li).
Events & venue rental
The museum hasn’t published any information on this.
Plan your visit
| Guided tours | yes · approx. 60 min |
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| School programs | yes |
| Good to know | Private guided tours for groups are available by registration (60 minutes, up to 25 people, CHF 170; admission free). The digital stamp catalog can be used in the museum or from home. |
