Below I present the new stamps that will be issued by Liechtensteinische Post in June 2025. In addition to an introduction to the stamps and the occasions on which they will be issued, you will also find further interesting details on the themes of the individual stamps. Immerse yourself in the fascinating world of philately and discover the stories behind these special issues. And read to the end, where you will find my favorites!!!
FINE ARTS FROM LIECHTENSTEIN
As part of the “Fine Arts from Liechtenstein” series, this year’s focus is once again on two artists and their works: Bruno Kaufmann and Gertrud Kohli. Their works can be seen on the current special stamps – Kaufmann’s motif on the CHF 1.00 stamp and Kohli’s on the CHF 1.20 stamp. Bruno Kaufmann (born 1944) presents Diaphan A4, a work created using the so-called Diaphan technique as a digital print on canvas. Characteristic of his art is the rational play with forms and colors, whereby the computer serves as a creative tool to explore new color spaces and break new ground in design. Gertrud Kohli (born 1945) is represented with the acrylic painting Rose, which was created on wood in 1994. Here, the rose becomes a multi-layered symbol: it stands for beauty and fragrance, but also for vulnerability and transience. At the same time, it refers to its origins in nature – as a woody plant that bears flowers and fruit. The rose thus becomes a bridge between the natural world and human perception. The two special stamps invite viewers to learn more about Liechtenstein’s artists and their forms of expression – as part of a vibrant artistic tradition. I find it interesting that the print runs of all stamps issued in June 2025 will not be published until the end of the year… does this have any significance? The stamp has a diameter of 32 mm and was designed by Armin Hoop, Ruggell.
Details of the stamps:
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- Tax value/motif
- CHF 1.00 Bruno Kaufmann
- CHF 1.20 Gertrud Kohli
- Stamp format 40 x 30 mm / 30 x 40 mm
- Perforation 12 ¼ x 12 ¼
- Sheet format 146 x 208 mm
- Design Bruno Kaufmann, Balzers
- Gertrud Kohli, Ruggell
- Printing 4-color CMYK offset
- Gutenberg AG, Schaan
- Paper Stamp paper FSC 110 g/m²
- Gummed
- Print run to be published at the end of the year
200 YEARS OF THE FIRST PUBLIC RAILWAY
The history of public rail transport began on September 27, 1825, in England. On that day, a steam locomotive with 36 carriages traveled between the towns of Stockton and Darlington for the first time—a technical marvel witnessed by around 600 passengers. However, the journey was not comfortable: many sat or stood on open wagons loaded with coal. The 39-kilometer route marked the beginning of a new era. Travel and trade became faster and more efficient – in short, revolutionized. But not everyone was enthusiastic: the new “steam horse” also caused uncertainty. Far too loud, too impetuous, too fast – some people were downright afraid of this new force on rails, and it was thought that riding on such a railroad would cause the brain disease “delirium furiosum,” triggered by the ‘enormous’ speeds and depicted in the exhibit “Railroad Medicine.”
Our two special stamps capture the historic moment of the first train journey: “Outward journey at sunrise” (value CHF 1.90) and “Return journey at sunset” (value CHF 2.50) commemorate the first train journey and the dawn of a new era. The special stamp for the issue is 30 mm in diameter and was designed by René Wolfinger, Balzers. Railways have also been part of Liechtenstein for a long time. Since 1872, a single-track line just under nine kilometers long has run through the principality – from Feldkirch (Austria) via Schaan to Buchs (Switzerland). It is still operated jointly by all three countries today. To mark the 200th anniversary of this railway, Liechtenstein, Switzerland, and Austria issued a joint block and held a small exhibition on the subject.
Details of the stamps:
- Tax value/motif
- CHF 1.90 Outward journey at sunrise
- CHF 2.50 Return journey at sunset
- Stamp format 50 x 36.666 mm
- Perforation 12 ¼ × 12 ¼
- Sheet size 144 × 180 mm
- Design René Wolfinger, Balzers
- Printing 4-color CMYK offset
- Gutenberg AG, Schaan
- Paper Stamp paper FSC 110 g/m²
- Gummed
- Print run to be published at the end of the year
SEPAC – ARCHITECTURE HAGENHAUS
The Hagen House in Nendeln is more than just a historic building – it is a place where history and culture come together in a special way. Built in 1837 by Vaduz master builder Joseph Anton Seger, it originally served as a combined residential and commercial complex for two families. Particularly noteworthy: from 1864, it housed the first imperial and royal post office in the Liechtenstein Unterland region. The builder, Josef Alois Schlegel, was also the postmaster. The post office remained in operation until 1912. Once part of the historic postal route from Lindau to Milan, the Hagen House is now located directly on one of the busiest roads in the country – clearly visible, but with its charm unchanged. The largely preserved courtyard complex was listed as a historic monument in 1988 and is considered one of the best-preserved of its kind in Liechtenstein. 
But the Hagen House does not live solely on its past. In recent years, it has been revitalized with great care and respect for history. Since 2024, it has served as the new location of the International Music Academy Liechtenstein. The former stable has been converted into an atmospheric chamber concert hall – the Peter Kaiser Hall – the former wash house has been adapted for events, and a modern new building has been added to the complex. Since then, life has returned here – with concerts, masterclasses, and the new series “Thursday at Hagen House,” which attracts music lovers from home and abroad.
In recognition of this unique combination of architecture and history, Liechtenstein is dedicating this year’s SEPAC special stamp to the Hagen House. Entitled “K&K Postal Dispatch Office 1864–1912” (value CHF 1.90), the stamp is part of a joint issue by twelve European microstates on the theme of “architecture.”
Details of the stamps:
- Tax value/motif
- CHF 1.90 Imperial and Royal Postal Service 1864–1912
- Stamp format 41.667 x 41.667 mm
- Perforation 12 ¼ × 12 ¼
- Sheet size 146 × 208 mm
- Design Stamp and postmark: Armin Hoop, Ruggell
- Printing 4-color CMYK offset
- Gutenberg AG, Schaan
- Paper Stamp paper FSC 110 g/m²
- Gummed
- Print run to be published at the end of the year
DIALECT IN LIECHTENSTEIN
“He talks funny!” – anyone who says something like this in Liechtenstein has probably just heard someone from another village speaking. Although the principality is only around 25 kilometers long, the language spoken is by no means the same everywhere. The term “Liechtensteinisch” refers to the Alemannic dialects spoken in the country, which can be roughly divided into three regions: the Oberland, the Unterland, and Triesenberg.
The Oberland region, including Vaduz and Balzers, speaks “miar,” while in the Unterland region—for example, in Eschen or Ruggell—they say “müar,” and the people of Triesenberg, who speak a High Alemannic Walser dialect, say “wiar.” The differences may seem small, but they are clearly audible in everyday life and have a noticeable impact on regional identity. Linguistically, the dialects are based on High Alemannic, which is also spoken in Vorarlberg and Switzerland. Triesenberg is particularly unusual in this respect: the Walser people who settled there in the 13th century brought their own dialect with them, which has survived remarkably well to this day.
This linguistic diversity is now also reflected in three new special stamps: “Oberland” (CHF 1.20), ‘Triesenberg’ (CHF 1.90), and “Unterland” (CHF 2.50). The stamps not only show the respective region, but also a historical map with marked dialect locations. A small but significant contribution to the preservation of the dialect – and a loving reminder of how much sound can be found in a small country.
Details to the stamps:
- Face value/motif
- CHF 1.20 Oberland
- CHF 1.90 Triesenberg
- CHF 2.50 Unterland
- Stamp size 39.15 x 27 mm
- Perforation 13 ¼ x 13 ¾
- Sheet size 146 x 208 mm
- Design Ewald Frick, Vaduz
- Printing Offset 4-color CMYK
- Royal Joh. Enschedé, Haarlem
- Paper Tru White stamp paper
- 110 g/m² gummed
- Print run to be published at the end of the year
PANORAMA FÜRSTENSTEIG
And now to my favorites from the June 2025 issue. If you love heights and aren’t afraid of looking down, you can’t miss the Fürstensteig in Liechtenstein. This spectacular mountain trail with a difficulty rating of T3 was opened in 1898—financed by Prince Johann II—and remains one of the most impressive hikes in the country to this day. Partly carved directly into the rock face of the Alpspitz (1,942 m above sea level), the trail requires sure-footedness and a head for heights, but rewards you with breathtaking views: high above the Rhine Valley, a unique panorama opens up – with views of the Rhine villages, the mountains of Vorarlberg and Switzerland, and Lake Constance. The colorful scree flora along the trail adds further highlights. A special highlight in Liechtenstein is the torchlight procession on the national holiday, which takes place every year on August 15. When, at dusk, a glowing ribbon of people winds its way along the narrow path and torches light up the rocks, the already impressive backdrop becomes almost mystical. A sea of fog below, a starry sky above – and in the middle, the silence of the mountains, broken only by the crackling of the flames.
The new special stamps capture this unique atmosphere in a combined print: “Sunset” and “Torchlight Procession” on the left, “Sea of Fog” and “Sea of Lights” on the right (each with a value of CHF 1.90). The stamp measures 32 mm and was designed by Armin Hoop, Ruggell. The stamps: a small work of art for everyone who loves big mountains – and wants to show Liechtenstein at its most beautiful.
Details to the stamps:
- Face value/motif
- CHF 1.90 Sunset
- CHF 1.90 Sea of fog
- CHF 1.90 Torchlight procession
- CHF 1.90 Sea of lights
- Stamp format 60 x 30 mm
- Perforation 13 ¼ × 13 ¼
- Sheet format 208 × 146 mm
- Design Marco Büchel, Balzers; Kevin Wildhaber, Chur
- Printing 5-color offset CMYK + silver
- Cartor Security Printing, Meaucé la Loupe
- Paper PVA 110 g/m², gummed
- Print run to be published at the end of the year