Parks
National and regional parks – nature treasures, hiking trails and recreation.
Aukštaitija · Ignalinos r. sav.
The oldest national park in Lithuania, established in 1974. Famous for 126 lakes, hilly terrain, and authentic villages. Ladakalnis hill is one of the most beautiful viewpoints in Lithuania.
Dzūkija · Varėnos r. sav.
The largest national park in Lithuania, encompassing Dainava forests and Čepkeliai bog. Famous for mushroom-picking traditions and the Ūla river – the most popular kayaking route in Lithuania.
Mažoji Lietuva · Neringos sav.
A UNESCO World Heritage Site – a unique sand spit between the Curonian Lagoon and the Baltic Sea. The Great Dune at Nida reaches 52 m in height and is one of the tallest in Europe.
Žemaitija · Plungės r. sav.
Samogitia National Park encompasses Plateliai Lake – the largest body of water in Samogitia. The park features a unique Cold War exhibition in a former missile base and living Užgavėnės (Shrovetide) traditions.
Dzūkija · Trakų r. sav.
The only historical national park in Lithuania, famous for Trakai Island Castle – the only island castle in Eastern Europe. Home to the unique Karaim community.
Aukštaitija · Anykščių r. sav.
Anyksciai Regional Park is famous for Puntukas boulder – the second largest boulder in Lithuania and the Treetop Walk – a unique walking path in the treetops.
Aukštaitija · Molėtų r. sav.
The park encompasses the longest lake in Lithuania – Asveja (30 km long). The Dubingiai peninsula features a historic hillfort associated with the Radziwiłł family.
Aukštaitija · Biržų r. sav.
A unique karst landscape with sinkholes and underground rivers. Kirkilai lakes are a natural wonder created by karst processes.
Dzūkija · Šalčininkų r. sav.
A unique historical regional park in southwestern Lithuania, surrounded on three sides by Belarus. Famous for its multicultural heritage and tranquil nature.
Žemaitija · Raseinių r. sav.
The park protects one of the most beautiful river valleys in Lithuania – the Dubysa. A popular kayaking destination with steep slopes and hillforts.
Aukštaitija · Zarasų r. sav.
One of the largest regional parks, characterized by hilly terrain and abundant lakes. The forests and lakes of Gražutė are a true nature paradise.
Suvalkija · Kauno r. sav.
The park encompasses the Kaunas Reservoir – the largest artificial body of water in Lithuania. Pažaislis Monastery on its shores is a pearl of Baroque architecture.
Žemaitija · Kretingos r. sav.
A small but charming regional park along the Minija river. Famous for old manor estates and authentic western Lithuanian villages.
Aukštaitija · Panevėžio r. sav.
The park protects the Nevėžis river valley with unique geological outcrops. Krekenava Basilica is one of the most famous pilgrimage sites in Lithuania.
Žemaitija · Šiaulių r. sav.
A regional park with the restored Kurtuvėnai manor estate – a center for equestrian tourism. The Venta river winds through the hilly Samogitian landscape.
Aukštaitija · Švenčionių r. sav.
The largest regional park in Lithuania (553.5 km²), famous for old-growth forests and numerous lakes. Labanoras forest is one of the largest and oldest groves in Lithuania.
Dzūkija · Lazdijų r. sav.
The park encompasses two large lakes – Metelis and Dusia, which are important bird breeding sites. One of the best birdwatching locations in Lithuania.
Aukštaitija · Vilniaus r. sav.
The park protects the Neris river valley from Vilnius to Jonava. It includes the UNESCO-protected Kernavė archaeological site with five hillforts.
Mažoji Lietuva · Šilutės r. sav.
The Nemunas delta is one of the most important bird habitats in Europe. Spring flooding turns the delta into a huge lake where thousands of migrating birds stop.
Suvalkija · Prienų r. sav.
The park encompasses the largest Nemunas loops – the river winds here between high slopes and hillforts. Punia hillfort is one of the most impressive in Lithuania.
Žemaitija · Tauragės r. sav.
The park protects the Jūra river valley – one of the most beautiful in western Lithuania. Deep valleys, forests, and outcrops create a unique landscape.
Mažoji Lietuva · Klaipėdos r. sav.
The park stretches along the Baltic Sea coast north of Klaipėda. Its most famous landmark is Dutchman's Cap, the highest coastal cliff in Lithuania.
Žemaitija · Jurbarko r. sav.
The park stretches along the Nemunas bank and encompasses the famous Panemunė castles – Raudonė, Panemunė, and Veliuona. A harmony of history and nature.
Aukštaitija · Vilniaus m. sav.
The smallest regional park in Lithuania, located within Vilnius city limits. The Vilnelė river valley and Pūčkoriai outcrop are a natural wonder in the capital.
Mažoji Lietuva · Pagėgių sav.
The park protects the mythological Rambynas hill – one of the most sacred pagan sites in Lithuania. A traditional celebration takes place here every Midsummer.
Žemaitija · Kretingos r. sav.
The park is famous for the unique Orvydas garden – a blend of art and nature with stone sculptures. The Salantai surroundings feature large glacial boulders.
Aukštaitija · Švenčionių r. sav.
A tranquil regional park in eastern Lithuania, famous for clean lakes and deep forests. Ideal for those seeking peace and quiet.
Aukštaitija · Rokiškio r. sav.
The park encompasses Sartai Lake – one of the largest in Lithuania. Every February, traditional horse races on the frozen lake attract thousands of spectators.
Žemaitija · Kelmės r. sav.
The park is famous for the 17th-century Tytuvėnai Bernardine monastery – one of the most beautiful Baroque ensembles in Lithuania. Bridvaisis lake provides tranquility.
Žemaitija · Telšių r. sav.
The park protects the surroundings of the former Samogitian diocese center – Varniai. Famous for Lūkstas lake and Bilioniai hillfort – the presumed Samogitian capital.
Dzūkija · Lazdijų r. sav.
A southern Lithuanian park famous for clean lakes and the Ančia river. The Veisiejai surroundings are one of the cleanest and most peaceful areas in Lithuania.
Aukštaitija · Vilniaus m. sav.
A regional park in northern Vilnius featuring Verkiai Palace – a gem of classicist architecture. The Neris riverside invites walks.
Suvalkija · Vilkaviškio r. sav.
The park encompasses Vištytis forest and Vistytis Lake – the deepest plain lake in Lithuania (54.4 m). A transboundary park on the Russian border.
Žemaitija · Joniškio r. sav.
The park is famous for Žagarė cherry orchards – every spring blooming cherries attract thousands of visitors. The Švėtė river valley is a geological nature monument.
Dzūkija · Birštono sav.
The park encompasses the middle reaches of the Nemunas and Birštonas spa – famous for mineral springs and sanatoriums. The Nemunas loops create a special landscape here.