CA Country Anthems

Liechtenstein National Anthem History

Oben am jungen Rhein

Liechtenstein's national anthem, "Oben am jungen Rhein," uniquely shares its melody with "God Save the King." Its original lyrics by Jakob Joseph Jauch were adopted in 1850 and later revised in 1963.

Liechtenstein Oben am jungen Rhein

Liechtenstein

Language
German
Anthem
Oben am jungen Rhein
Duration
1:24
Status
"Oben am jungen Rhein" remains Liechtenstein's national anthem today, though its shared melody occasionally prompts proposals for new alternatives.

History timeline

  1. 1850

    Lyricist Jakob Joseph Jauch composed the original words for "Oben am jungen Rhein."

  2. 1850

    Jauch's original lyrics were officially adopted as Liechtenstein's national anthem.

  3. 1963

    The anthem's lyrics were revised, removing several verses and altering historical references to Germany.

Despite having no historical ties to Great Britain, Liechtenstein's national anthem uses the exact same melody as the British "God Save the King."