Balzers Today
The valley floor of Balzers, Leichtenstein with a new home in the foreground. Newer homes do not survive earthquakes as well as medieval construction, new research finds.
Balzers Castle
Castle Gutenberg in Balzers, Liechtenstein has deep foundations visible at the base of the castle walls.
Old Construction in Balzers
A example of original house construction in Balzers, Liechtenstein. The double doors lead to the lower level where livestock would have originally been kept.
Rhine Valley
A view of the Rhine Valley, with Liechtenstein on the left and Switzerland on the right. Large faults are nearby, but only the Swiss side has been mapped geologically.
Rhine Valley View
The Rhine Valley is seismically active, with several earthquakes a day that are too gentle to be felt. Occasionally, a larger quake rocks the region.
Castle and Church
Gutenberg Castle and the Church of Saints Nicholas and Martin in Balzers, Liechtenstein.