Balzers: Gonzen

Balzers sits at the foot of the Alps in Liechtenstein’s Oberland, where the Rhine Valley spreads along the country’s southern frontier. The municipality includes Balzers and the historic settlement of Mäls, set between the river plain and steep Alpine slopes. Gutenberg Castle rises on an isolated rocky hill above the town; this medieval stronghold is among Liechtenstein’s most recognisable landmarks and is used for cultural events. The Rhine forms the western boundary with Switzerland, placing Balzers in a closely connected cross-border Alpine setting. Continue with other webcams from Liechtenstein’s Oberland to see how this part of the Rhine Valley connects regionally.

Oberland occupies the southern half of Liechtenstein’s Rhine Valley and the Alpine slopes rising above it. This is the country’s political and urban centre: Vaduz, the capital, sits beneath Vaduz Castle, the residence of the princely family. The Rhine forms Liechtenstein’s western border with Switzerland, while settled valley communities give way quickly to vineyards, forests and higher mountain terrain. South of Vaduz, Balzers is distinguished by Gutenberg Castle, a medieval fortress on a rocky hill. Browse additional webcams from the surrounding area to extend your view of Oberland.

Liechtenstein runs from the Rhine Valley along its western frontier to the Alpine slopes on its eastern side, encompassing a compact stretch of lowland vineyards and high mountain terrain. Wedged between Switzerland and Austria, the principality is one of Europe’s smallest sovereign states, yet its settlements range from the capital, Vaduz, to traditional villages in the Rhine-side plain. Vaduz Castle, the official residence of the Princely Family of Liechtenstein, stands above the capital. Hiking, cycling and winter sports are central to life in the mountains, while the Rhine remains a defining feature of the western border. Discover other points of interest through webcams located across Liechtenstein.