25 new ideas of what to see in Lithuania this fall



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Sculpture Park “Climbing from the water”

Photo of the organizers /

Photo of the organizers / “Footprints at the bottom of the lagoon”

Six decades ago, the usual life of the Kaunas Lagoon, where the astonishing beauty of the Kaunas Lagoon is, boiled there: there were 35 villages with 721 farms. 1960 After the construction of the Kaunas hydroelectric power station, the people who lived in the valley were evacuated and the villages were flooded. People in these areas call themselves “passive” and still remember the sunken house in late August once a year. This year, a sculpture park “Climbing from the water” was built here.

Dzūkija Farm

This year a new interactive exhibition, Dzūkija Homestead, opened at the Alytus Museum of Local Traditions. The two ends are bought, the barn and the laying, such is the ethnographic exhibition, Dzūkija called “Sodzius Dzūkijon”. Here you will find a fragment of Dzūkija, where Dzūkija’s sermons, songs and fairy tales sound, where the sounds and images of the village soothe and evoke childhood memories.

Walk with goats and sheep

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Photo “I love the town” / Walk with goats

The ranch “I love the village”, located in the Kaišiadorys district, organizes excursions through the forest with goats and sheep. The walk in autumn, fragrant moss and mushroom forest and probably the only place in Lithuania where you can walk with a joyous four-legged swarm will appeal to both children and adults who appreciate the fresh air of the pine forest.

Route “Vilnius part-time” in Vilkpėdė

Photo by Andrius Pavelkas / A new direction for autumn discoveries - Vilkpėdė

Photo by Andrius Pavelkas / A new direction for autumn discoveries – Vilkpėdė

“Vilnius part-time” presents a new walking route in Vilnius: Vilkpėdė. The route, which stretches for about 5 kilometers, will allow you to visit the 13 most interesting objects, including a former orphanage, a huge suspension bridge and even a hospital where the first heart operation was performed in Lithuania.

Lithuanian partisan monument in Kryžkalnis

“Well, who will defeat us if we are not afraid of dying, if we defeat death!” – partisan Lionginas Baliukevičius – Dzūkas once said. September 20, a monument to the Lithuanian partisans was inaugurated in Kryžkalnis for him and 20,000 other brothers of his destiny who sacrificed their lives for freedom, as great as the works of the brothers of the forest who fought for the Fatherland.

Secretaries of Šilutė

Photo by Šilutė Art School /

Photo by Šilutė Art School / “Sekretai” created by Šilutė Art School will tell the story of the city.

Know the history of the city from its sidewalks? It is possible if you visit Šilutė, where 20 special secretaries have found a place this year. No, you haven’t heard: revived children’s entertainment now tells the everyday stories of the city’s residents.

Hotel House of Fear

Hotel House of Fear

Hotel House of Fear

For those seeking extreme sensations – “House of Fear” in the district of Alytus. Behind the walls of an astonishing 24-hour hotel awaits an experience of terror for the not weak nerves. As you walk and try to escape from the house of horror, you will meet its inhabitants and feel the rush of adrenaline! Do you dare to look fear in the eyes?

Exhibition “Decomposition of particles” at the Museum of Energy and Technology

Photo by Matas Jankauskas / Museum of Energy and Technology

Photo by Matas Jankauskas / Museum of Energy and Technology

At the renovated and interactive Museum of Energy and Technology until October 25. will take place the exhibition “Decomposition of particles”. The exhibition talks about the Ignalina, Astrava and Chernobyl nuclear power plants and the surrounding cultural contexts, so it will be really interesting! When visiting the exhibition, don’t miss the opportunity to visit the renovated industrial, energy and interactive exhibits and the escape room “Secrets of the old Vilnius power station”, created especially for children.

The first sleeping spa “Amberton Green SPA Druskininkai”

Druskininkai, Sleeping Spa

Druskininkai, Sleeping Spa

At the end of October, the first five-star wellness center will open its doors in Druskininkai: an elegant 79-room hotel, a luxurious spa center with the highest quality spa and wellness treatments, exclusive cozy gourmet cultures to the letter outdoor restaurant and terrace, conference room, swimming pool and sauna complex and indoor and outdoor space for children. And where else is sleep therapy, for those who have difficulty bluffing!

Street art in Alytus

When you don’t want to go to the museum because of the nice weather outside the window, enjoy the stories that street art tells. This summer, Alytus’s walls “bloomed” with new graffiti.

Tent on the tree

Kalnius Farm

Kalnius Farm

Have you ever had to sleep at a height of 3.5 meters? On the Kalnius farm, Kretinga district, near Lake Kašučiai, on the edge of the forest, there is an extraordinary house: a tent stretched out among the trees. There is also a hammock and a terrace, so you can enjoy the enchanting sunset from a few meters away. It is a truly unique opportunity to break away from everyday life, stay with nature, get to know it, admire the Friesian horses that graze on the meadow.

Interwar dental office in Kedainiai

The first private exhibition of the dentist’s office from the interwar period was opened in the old town of Kėdainiai. The exhibition is related to the activities of four dentists from the same family. As its founder says, it is a monument to his family, in this way he immortalized his family history. The exhibition dates back to 1936, because the Czechoslovakian equipment, bought at that time for 600 litas (for which it was possible to buy a flock of sheep), has been preserved to this day with minor changes.

Fortress VI of the Kaunas Fortress

Fort VI is one of the fortifications of the Kaunas Fortress, built in 1889. The fort’s buildings have changed little since the 19th century, although they were used both during Tsarist Russia and during the two world wars. These unique fortifications are open to visitors this year. The exhibition of military equipment of the Vytautas the Great Museum of War is currently operating on the fort’s territory.

Bird house in a tree

Photo by Alytus Tourist Information Center / Birdhouse

Photo by Alytus Tourist Information Center / Birdhouse

In the district of Alytus, near the Žuvintas reserve, a birdhouse surrounded by trees has just been opened in a tree. The two person cabin can only accommodate a double bed, but outside there is a large terrace among the treetops. Next to it is a toilet with a sink, also in the trees. Guests of the hut are invited to visit the Žuvintas Biosphere Reserve, where this year a new exhibition has been opened in the visitor center, the educational trail has been rebuilt and the reconstruction of the observation tower of birds in lake Žuvintas.

Courtyard of Paulius Širvis in the Rokiškis Library

As he called himself, both the macaw and the Lithuanian birch, and the poet of sad fate, this is Paulius Širvys. To commemorate the centenary of the poet’s birth, the courtyard of Paulius Širvis was inaugurated in the courtyard of the Rokiškis Juozas Kelioitis public library in September. From now on, poetry readings and other events take place here, and those looking for a quiet corner can buy coffee in the library, pick up a book and spend a minute to themselves, and perhaps immerse themselves in the work of P. Širvis .

Excursion “Scots of Kedainiai” or “According to the novel” Song “

Rokas Lukoševičius / 15 min photo / Kėdainiai city from above

Rokas Lukoševičius / 15 min photo / Kėdainiai city from above

This year, the Kėdainiai Business and Tourist Information Center presented a new excursion: “Kėdainiai Scots” or “According to the novel” Song. “It turns out that the Scots settled in this city as early as the 17th century, and the inhabitants of Kėdainiai they still appreciate the traditions of Scottish architecture, food and culture.On the occasion of World Tourism Day, September 27, you can take part in the tour for free.

Hotel Moxy Kaunas Center

Playful, witty and very instagramist. Such is the new Kaunas Moxy Kaunas Center hotel, which opened its doors to guests in August. By the way, due to the unique drawings in the hotel spaces, it will become another point on the Kaunas street art map: “Sienograph’s Notes”.

Salt bath in the Rokiškis basin complex

For those who have already felt the autumn cold: an explosion of heat. A salt bath has been opened in the Rokiškis basin complex. Sauna procedures cleanse the body, facilitate breathing, and provide microelements to the skin.

New pool in Taurage

Looking for a quality place to relax and enjoy water entertainment? In Tauragė you will find a new swimming pool, a fragrant pool with a waterslide and a children’s area, a massage pool, Jacuzzis and a sauna area. Extend your summer entertainment here!

Jewish food at the Krakow community site

In the city of Krakiai (Kėdainiai district), which will celebrate its 600th anniversary next year, the Krakiai community website was launched this summer, offering to explore the multicultural cuisine of the region. The unique catering establishment is governed by the principles of sustainability: local people work here, seasonal fruits, vegetables, meat and other products and treats grown by local farmers and residents are used to prepare meals. Furthermore, it is possible to taste even the dishes of the Jews, whose community in the Kėdainiai region was once very large: Jewish kugelis, halas, falafel.

Kaunas “Scandinavian Afternoon” and “Green City” Routes

Photo of Kaunas City Municipality / Kaunas

Photo of Kaunas City Municipality / Kaunas

Can you think that at least 18 Scandinavian stops can be found in Kaunas? If you are traveling alone, the Scandinavian afternoon route is just for you! And even if you are looking for natural oases and active entertainment in the city, choose the publication “Green City”.

Tastingė program „Poniškas volgymas“

This fall, the Lithuanian Folk Museum in Rumšiškės presented a new “Pony Volgymas” tasting program, during which you will taste cabbage. I’m not sure what it is? So he sat at a traditional table for a long time. Join him with your friends or family and enjoy the convenience of shopping and the satiety of Lithuanian food.

New Kaunas accent

Kaunas City Township Photo / Kaunas New Accent: A Witty Puppet Inviting To Be Photographed

Kaunas City Township Photo / Kaunas New Accent: A Witty Puppet Inviting To Be Photographed

Kaunas invites you to perpetuate. A bronze puppet sat on the bench at the entrances to the Kaunas State Puppet Theater. Sit next to you and capture the moment and of course, head to the theater where the real magic is born.

Water route “Šventoji Upland”

This autumn a new 45-kilometer route has been opened for aquatic tourists in the Gražutė Regional Park. It can take two or maybe even three days to cross this trail so you will need to plan an overnight stay at a camp or farm along the way.

Labyrinth of love in Alytus

The Maze of Love is great entertainment for young and old. This attraction will appear in the Risen Youth Park for the second time already in October. The labyrinth will develop spatial thinking, stimulate imagination and, at the same time, talk about what is most important to a person: loving and feeling loved. Not only that, the Labyrinth of Love will complement Alytus’ vision as a city of love.



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