Neris Regional Park

The Neris Regional Park stretches between the capital city of Vilnius and the historical town of Kernavė, dedicated to protecting the most scenic and meandering middle section of the Neris River. Established in 1992, the park is characterized by steep, densely forested riverbanks, idyllic river loops, and numerous crystal-clear natural springs. Over half of the park's territory is blanketed by thick oak and mixed forests, encompassing the largest continuous oak woodland in Lithuania. These undisturbed deciduous forests hold immense ecological significance, as they sustain the country's largest population of the highly endangered edible dormouse. The skies are patrolled by rare bat species, while the forest floor is home to threatened flora such as the red helleborine orchid and various rare ferns. The park is equally fascinating from a cultural-historical perspective: ancient pagan burial mounds, mythological boulders resting in the riverbed, and the remnants of traditional ethnographic villages stand as silent witnesses to millennia of human habitation in this valley.

Nearby cities

Alytus

Alytus is the unofficial capital of the Dzūkija region in southern Lithuania.

Alytus area

The area around Alytus lies on the banks of the Nemunas.

Jonava

Jonava is a city in central Lithuania known for its chemical industry.

Utena

Utena is an industrial city in eastern Lithuania and one of the oldest settlements in the country.

Kėdainiai Old Town

Kėdainiai was a major Reformation center in the 17th century.

Kėdainiai

Kėdainiai is one of the oldest cities in Lithuania and possesses a well-preserved old town.

Ukmergė

Ukmergė is one of the oldest cities in Lithuania and is located on the Šventoji River.

Ukmergė area

The rural area around Ukmergė offers a varied landscape with many historical manors.

Elektrėnai

Elektrėnai is a modern city founded during the Soviet era as a residence for the workers of the local power plant.

Grigiškės

Grigiškės is an industrial city west of Vilnius on the Voke River.

Anykščiai

Anykščiai is known as the literary capital of Lithuania and is located on the Šventoji River.

Lentvaris

Lentvaris is an industrial city near Vilnius and Trakai.

Trakų Vokė

Trakų Vokė is located in the suburban area of Vilnius.

Garliava

Garliava is a growing city located immediately south of Kaunas.

Kaišiadorys

Kaišiadorys is an important railway junction between Vilnius and Kaunas.

History & landmarks

Vilnius Old Town

Vilnius Old Town is one of the largest surviving medieval town centers in Northern Europe.

Kaunas Town Hall

The Town Hall in the main square of Kaunas is often called the 'White Swan' due to its elegant shape and white facade.

Vilnius Town Hall

A Neoclassical landmark in the heart of the Old Town, designed by Laurynas Gucevičius.

Vilkija

A picturesque town on the banks of the Nemunas river with a striking neo-Gothic church and rich Jewish heritage.