Which doubly landlocked country covers about 160 square kilometers?

Which doubly landlocked country covers about 160 square kilometers? Liechtenstein is the answer. This Alpine principality covers about 160 square kilometers and is one of only two doubly landlocked countries in the world.

A doubly landlocked country is surrounded entirely by countries that are themselves landlocked. Liechtenstein is bordered by Switzerland to the west and south and Austria to the east and north; neither neighboring country has a coastline. The only other country with this status is Uzbekistan, making Liechtenstein an especially distinctive geographic case.

The principality lies in the Upper Rhine valley, with the Rhine forming its western boundary with Switzerland. Much of its territory is mountainous, rising toward the Rhaetikon range. Vaduz is the capital, while Schaan is the largest municipality. The country is divided into 11 municipalities and uses the Swiss franc through its close economic relationship with Switzerland.

Liechtenstein’s modern borders and area figures reflect improved surveying. Measurements made in the 2000s revised its area to about 160 square kilometers. It is also a constitutional monarchy headed by the Prince of Liechtenstein and has been a United Nations member since 1990.