Pavilniai Regional Park

Pavilniai Regional Park is a scenic treasure located entirely within the city limits of Vilnius. Established in 1992, this urban nature park is distinguished by its dramatic and highly articulated topography, deeply carved over millennia by the winding Vilnia River. The park's undisputed centerpiece is the Pūčkoriai exposure, a spectacular, near-vertical escarpment towering over 65 meters high. This is not only the highest geological outcrop in Lithuania but also an invaluable site for researchers studying the Ice Age sedimentary layers that shaped the valley. The rim of the escarpment gives panoramic panoramic views over the river valley and the surrounding ancient hillside forests. These steep, mostly inaccessible woodlands act as a vital urban sanctuary for rare avifauna, most notably the elusive black woodpecker and various owl species. A network of well-maintained walking trails guides visitors from the heights of the cliff down into the valley, past historic watermills and the ruins of an old cannon foundry.

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.

Trakų Vokė

Trakų Vokė is located in the suburban area of Vilnius.

Lentvaris

Lentvaris is an industrial city near Vilnius and Trakai.

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.

Merkinė

A historic settlement at the confluence of the Nemunas and Merkys rivers, famous for its massive hillfort.