Skiing

Ok, so the autumn was a bit warm. Few days of snow and everything melted on the same afternoon. You are thinking now that the December will be better and there will be more snow and you will be able to go out skiing? Well I got not so good news for you. December will be warmer than usual. So there won’t be much snow this year. However I have something that might cheer you up a bit. There are special ski resorts. Yes, I know, there will be some payments just to go skiing, but it’s better, than not go skiing at all, also the prices aren’t that high.

So in Lithuania there are few popular ski resorts. If you live in Vilnius city, then you are in good luck. Liepkalnis is a ski resort that is located in the south part of Vilnius. There different tracks for different level of skiers. There is one track for people who are just learning to ski. Four different tracks if you are an intermediate skier, also 3 tracks for more advanced people and 1 track designed for experts. So if you are interested and want to try out this place, Liepkalnis ski resort is founded in Minsko pl. 2 street.

If you are not in Vilnius but want to go skiing, there is a Snow Arena also in Druskininkai city, which is also known and located in the south of Lithuania. This arena has few tracks that newcomers can learn with instructors. They also have the main track for advanced skiers and experts, and also an outdoor track which works when there is enough snow outside and the weather is below freezing. So if you are interested in the Snow Arena, you can find them at Nemuno kelias 2 street.

 

Ballooning

One of the most fun outdoor activities in my opinion is flying a ballon. Lithuania is only one of the few countries in the world where you could fly a ballon over big cities and so you could fly over the capital of Vilnius if you wanted to. Why Vilnius is exceptionally good place that you could fly over it? It is mostly because of the good geographical location, and it doesn‘t have big traffic controls. Flying over Vilnius is great, because it gives you a big experience to see the difference of the city between the beautiful old town and the new. Of course you would have to see it either early in the morning or in the evening, because of the better weather conditions.

 

So seeing this great town from birds view is a spectacular things to do in Lithuania, so don‘t miss the chance to see the real face of Vilnius.

Running

Running is becoming a popular activity in Lithuania. More and more people every year are trying to become healthier and have a better life. Also every year more and more marathons occur in Vilnius. If you want to start running, there are many places you could choose from to go in Vilnius. But I will give advice of the few places where you could go for a run in the autumn weather.

                             First place where you should try out to run is in Vingis Park. Vingis Park is the largest park in Vilnius. It also has many other recreational activities. The park has a perfect place for morning workouts in the forest near the stadium. In the summer times, people organize groups to train before running in marathons or just give advice for the best preparations. In the autumn, when the weather is chill, Vingis Park is considered probably the best place to go for a jog.

                             Other good place is to go for a run is in the old town. The center offers an exciting view of many old structures, churches, monuments. It is perfect for interesting view. If you would get thirsty, you can just stop in to take a drink. Also if you think that you are too tired and won’t get back, there is always public transport which you could use in the time of need. The old town is becoming more and more used for many marathons. It is a good opportunity for you to try out one of those tracks that are used and try to complete it.

So grab on your best sports shoes and go outside, because running is a gift!

Canopy walkway 

Just freshly opened a few months ago, the canopy walkaway is the first of its kind not only in the Baltic States but also in the whole Eastern Europe. It is a 300 meter long walkway at the top of the trees, its height is 21 meters. It is found in Anykščiai. 

It is about a 1 hour drive from Vilnius if you are living there. At the end of the walkway, there is a observation tower which is at 35 meters high. If you have motion sickness, beware,  you can actually feel  at the top of the tower how it moves from side to side.Canopy walkway has an astounding view of the nature around. 

Most importantly, the entrance is a symbolic 1 euro for everyone for the preservation of the environment! It is an opportunity for tourists from other countries to see and walk through it, because the nearest places with this type of structures in Europe are built only in Germany, Austria and Czech republic. 

If you are interested in traveling there, here is the information on how to get there:
Mobile number: +370 381 51227

Working hours:

April – October, everyday from 10-19h.

November – March, everyday from 9-18h.

Camping

There are many different sports and outdoor activities that you could choose to do in Lithuania, from running to flying, or just to do some photography. In this blog I will talk about what are the most famous activities travelers and locals do to have a great time.

 

Brace yourselves, winter is coming! It is the middle of autumn and you know what that means? It is getting colder by the day. But before that, every traveler must go and see the true nature of Lithuania. Camping is the best way to do so. Lithuania is well known as a highly forested area. Many wonderful camping places are welcoming visitors while offering nice and relaxing staying in natural surroundings. People are able to choose staying in their own tents or in cottages built near lakes, rivers or near the Baltic sea. Cooler, dryer weather means fewer bugs and fewer people, so fall is one of the best times to go camping. One of the places to go is Trakai. You can sleep with the view of the forest and the lake or take a trip with the boat in the lake or just walk around the shores of it and through the small village of Trakai. It is very peaceful, air is fresh and the scenery is beautiful.

You like staying or walking on the beach, the sea and the waves? No doubt, you need a booking by the Baltic sea! If on top of this you happen to be a water sports fanatic, you will just have a great time sailing, surfing or sea kayaking. The best place you could choose from is “Nidos kempingas”. It is located in the town of Nida.  It is located only a couple hundred meters to the whitest beaches, sundial with an observation deck and to the village center.

Contacts:

Taikos g. 45A, LT-93121 Neringa, Nida

e-mail: info@kempingas.lt

mobile phone: +370 682 41150