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Climate normals · 2016–2025

When to go: Eschen month by month

Judged purely on 2016–2025 weather records, the friendliest months in Eschen are typically June, July and September, with average daytime highs around 21–24°C. August is usually the warmest month (average high 25°C), January the coldest (average low -4°C), and August the wettest (about 223 mm). These are long-run averages, not a forecast.

Monthly averages computed from 2016–2025 Open-Meteo historical weather records for this location. Long-run averages, not a forecast.
MonthAvg high (°C)Avg low (°C)Rain (mm)Sunshine (h/day)
January5.9-3.91345.4
February9.0-1.51036.6
March11.71.11098.0
April15.24.71359.6
May18.39.01869.6
June23.614.017011.5
July24.315.521211.6
August24.514.922310.6
September20.711.01519.1
October17.17.21287.3
November10.71.51155.7
December7.3-2.01295.0

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Previously

  1. Documented history · 1906

    The first lower secondary school was opened in Eschen in 1906.

  2. Establishment as Essane

    Eschen was established as 'Essane' during the Rätic reign in 842 CE.

  3. First lower secondary school

    The first lower secondary school was opened in Eschen in 1906.

Current public leadership

  • Günther Kranz

    Wikidata currently records this person as Eschen's head of government. Liechtensteiner politician.

  • Tino Quaderer

    Incumbent mayor of Eschen since 2019.

People associated with this place

  • Josef Hoop (1895 in Eschen

    1959 in Chur) an attorney-at-law and was Prime Minister of Liechtenstein from 1928 to 1945.

  • Gerard Batliner (1928 in Eschen

    2008 in Eschen) an attorney-at-law and was Prime Minister of Liechtenstein from 1962 to 1970.

  • Josef Hoop

    1895 in Eschen - 1959 in Chur, attorney-at-law and Prime Minister of Liechtenstein from 1928 to 1945.

  • Gerard Batliner

    1928 in Eschen - 2008 in Eschen, attorney-at-law and Prime Minister of Liechtenstein from 1962 to 1970.

  • John Latenser Sr.

    1858-1936, native of Nendeln, architect involved in several large public projects in Omaha, Nebraska of the US.

Historical figures

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Local business and employers

  • Ospelt-Gruppe

    Structured data records this business as headquartered in Eschen.

  • Marvel Holdings

    Structured data records this business as headquartered in Eschen. Lichtenstein holding company.

  • ThyssenKrupp (Liechtenstein)

    Structured data records this business as headquartered in Eschen.

  • ThyssenKrupp Presta

    The headquarters of ThyssenKrupp Presta is located in Eschen.

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01 · Safety

Safety and practical guidance for Eschen

Geography and Orientation

Eschen is a municipality situated in the north of Liechtenstein, covering an area of 10.3 square kilometers, which is equal to 4.0 square miles. It is one of the five communes located within the Unterland electoral district.

Borders and Territorial Limits

The municipality shares international borders with Vorarlberg in Austria and St. Gallen in Switzerland. Locally, Eschen shares land borders with the capital of Vaduz, as well as the municipalities of Mauren, Schellenberg, Gamprin, Planken, and Schaan. Within its municipal boundaries, it includes the village of Nendeln, which features a train station on the Feldkirch-Buchs line.

Practical Safety and Orientation Limits

Static safety writing cannot account for changing conditions, and local evidence regarding specific crime rates, policing practices, healthcare ratings, or risk assessments is unavailable within the provided source material. Readers seeking current safety assessments must verify local official sources, municipal authorities, or police advisories. For real-time information, consult the Eschen reference entry.

02 · Economy

Work and the economy in Eschen

Economy

Eschen is a municipality in the north of Liechtenstein. It covers an area of 10.3 km2 (4.0 sq mi), and is one of the five communes in the Unterland electoral district.

Corporate ground The headquarters of ThyssenKrupp Presta is located in Eschen.

Local recreation USV Eschen/Mauren is the municipality's local football club.

03 · Visit

Visiting Eschen

Geography and Tourism in Eschen

Eschen is a municipality situated in the north of Liechtenstein. It covers a geographic area of 10.3 square kilometers (4.0 square miles).

  • Unterland electoral district: Eschen acts as one of the five communes within this electoral division.
  • International and local borders: The municipality shares international borders with St. Gallen in Switzerland and Vorarlberg in Austria. Locally, its land borders connect with the capital of Vaduz, as well as the municipalities of Mauren, Schellenberg, Gamprin, Planken, and Schaan.
  • Waterside origins: The name Eschen stems from Celtic origins, deriving from the word "esca," which translates to "by the waterside."
  • Village geography: The municipal area encompasses the village of Nendeln, featuring a train station situated on the Feldkirch-Buchs line.

Further geographic details and updates can be found via the Eschen entry on Wikipedia.

04 · Overview

Eschen, in brief

Northern foothills

Eschen is a municipality in the north of Liechtenstein. It belongs to the Unterland electoral district.

Covering roughly 10.3 km², the community rests at latitude 47.21071 and longitude 9.52223. As of 2024 the population totals 4,629 residents, speaking German (de‑LI) and using the Swiss franc (CHF) as currency. The local time follows the Europe/Vaduz zone.

Cross‑border tapestry

The municipality borders Austria’s Vorarlberg region and the Swiss canton of St. Gallen, framing a subtle international edge. Within Liechtenstein it touches the capital Vaduz and the communes of Mauren, Schellenberg, Gamprin, Planken and Schaan, weaving a network of neighboring settlements.

The village of Nendeln, part of Eschen, hosts a station on the Feldkirch‑Buchs railway line, linking the area to broader Alpine transport corridors.

Historical currents

Archeological traces reveal prehistoric activity, while the name “Eschen” stems from a Celtic root meaning “by the waterside.” The settlement appears in records as “Essane” in 842 CE, and the nearby village of Nendeln is documented from the 14th century.

Local governance

Administration rests with a mayor and a ten‑member council elected quadrennially; the current mayor has served since 2019.

Economic highlights

The headquarters of ThyssenKrupp Presta is situated here, and the local football club USV Eschen/Mauren represents the community in sport.

Notable figures

  • Josef Hoop (1895‑1959), attorney and Prime Minister of Liechtenstein (1928‑1945).
  • Gerard Batliner (1928‑2008), attorney and Prime Minister (1962‑1970).
  • John Latenser Sr. (1858‑1936), architect born in Nendeln, known for major projects in Omaha, Nebraska.

For further details see the Eschen entry on Wikipedia.

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01 · Q&A

Where is Eschen located and what are its coordinates?

Eschen is situated in Liechtenstein at geographic coordinates 47.2107, 9.5222 with an elevation of an elevation monitored in local geographic surveys.

02 · Q&A

What is the population and time zone of Eschen?

Eschen has a recorded population of approximately 4,459 and observes the Europe/Vaduz time zone (CHF).

03 · Q&A

What languages and currency are used in Eschen?

Official and commonly spoken languages in Eschen include de-LI, and the circulating currency is CHF.

04 · Q&A

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