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Kaunas district route
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1. Juniper Valley
Juniper Valley walkway, located in Arlaviškiai village and above Kaunas Reservoir's precipice, was selected as the most beautiful educational walkway in Lithuania in 2016. It provides a panoramic view of the Nemunas and Dabintos Island, Ronakalnis outcrop and a unique juniper wood 5 ha in the area and the state-recognised cultural site. At almost a century old, some of the junipers reach 12.5 m. in height.
In recent years, this place has become very popular among...
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Kadagynės g., Arlaviškių k., Taurakiemio sen., Kauno r.
http://www.kaunomarios.lt/
+370 37 383 071
Distance: 5 km
2. Dubrava Twin Trees
An oak and a pine grew as if from one stump in Dubrava forest about 100-150 years ago, the Dubrava Twin Trees are often photographed by hunters as anomalies of nature, or romantics who believe that love can overcome everything. In 1971, these trees were included in the UNESCO list of protected objects of Natural Heritage.
If you take a good look at the trees, you will notice that the pine's stem is flat where it splices with the oak, and the oak's branches have grown into the...
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Dubravos miškas, Dubravos eksperimentinės-mokomosios miškų urėdijos Šilėnų girininkija (78 kv., 16 skl.), Samylų sen., Kauno r.
http://www.kaunomarios.lt/
+370 37 383071
Distance: 7 km
3. Dubrava Reserve Area
Not far from Kaunas, near Vaišvydava, there is a unique forest and splendid upland moor which has remained virgin for fifty years. Those who have visited this area for the first time tell about the magic of travelling back in time and having walked throughout the prehistorical forest.
Dubrava Reserve is a small natural or cultural area, though there is no established authority overits protection and supervision. Dubrava Reserve Area is quite unique. It covers an area...
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Dubravos miškas, 51, 52, 68, 69 kvartalai, Samylų sen., Kauno r.
http://www.kaunomarios.lt/
+370 37 383071
Distance: 5 km
4. Pakalniškiai Hillfort with foremost fortification
If you take a walk along Kaunas Reservoir or next to the wharf or Pažaislis Abbey, you can find Pakalniškiai Hillfort. Travellers say that it is worth climbing this 27 m. tall hill because the view from the top opens onto the Kaunas Reservoir, Pažaislis, Kaunas Hydropower Dam and the old industrial area of Petrašiūnai.
If the legend is true, the Hillfort was built by ancient Lithuanians. It accommodated a wooden castle of Vaišvydas, a ruler of Nemunas Valley,...
Distance: 7 km
5. Žiegždriai Geological Trail
By taking a walk along the well-equipped Žiegždriai Geological Trail, here and there leaning on Kaunas Reservoir slope, you will not only burn about 120 calories but also learn what is the difference between stalactites and stalagmites - and memorize it for life. Yes, this is a unique place in Lithuania where you can find needles in the rocks which were formed by dripping water and stalactites with the thickness of a finger.
The wooden trail (constructed like a long ladder) 1.6 km in...
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Žiegždrių k., Samylų sen., Kauno r.
http://www.kaunomarios.lt/
+370 37 383 071
Distance: 27 km
6. Tadas Ivanauskas Apple Garden
In 1920, when one of the most famous Lithuanian scientists of all time bought land next to Ringaudai, he began planting a park. After several years, twelve alleys turned green. Each time the professor returned from an expedition, he would bring rare and interesting plants home. In the evenings, after giving lectures, the professor used to ride to the park on his bicycle in order to do some work there. Today, according to dendrologists, the park is inviting even to English people because many...
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Obelynės g. 8, Akademija, Kauno r.
http://www.krmuziejus.lt/
+370 630 06635
Working hours
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| III | 11:00 - 15:00 |
| IV | 11:00 - 15:00 |
| V | 11:00 - 15:00 |
| VI | 11:00 - 15:00 |
| VII | 11:00 - 15:00 |
Distance: 8 km
7. Trail of Springs in Kačerginė
For those who enjoy walking tours in nature, there is a Trail of Springs just 12 km from Kačerginė resort town. Youcan choose a route of 2.6 km, 3.3 km, 4 km, 4.5 km or 5 km long, and enjoy the pinewoods as you walk, Nemunas Riverside, and drink water from at least three natural springs on your way.
Health Centre located in Kačerginė uses this water for its curative properties. From olden times, pinewoods of Kačerginė were a favourite of holidaymakers for their undulating land, sandy...
Distance: 4.9 km
8. Zapyškis St. John the Baptist Church
A small church standing in the middle of open country, on the banks of Nemunas River, this church looks as if it travelled from ancient times up to the present. This is the oldest church in Lithuania, also called "the mother" of all churches. Legend has it that the church was built on the site of the former temple of ancient Baltic Tribal People in 14th century, even thought it was first mentioned in historical records in 1562.
Throughout its history for a period of...
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Muziejaus g. 1, Zapyškio mstl., Zapyškio sen., Kauno r. sav.
http://kaunorajonas.lt
+370 37 548 118
Distance: 22 km
9. Raudondvaris Manor's Ensemble
Newcomers to Raudondvaris Manor are often struck by the beauty of this place.This is the oldest and the most astonishing Manor built from bricks in Lithuania, yet undiscovered by tourists. It is worth coming here to participate in various events, learn its history lasting for 400 years or just to have a nice walk in the park.
TheManor accommodates the Kaunas Region Museum, Tourism and Business Information Centre, and Arts Incubator. The Manor is used to organize exhibitions and...
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Pilies takas 1, Raudondvario k., Raudondvario sen., Kauno r. sav.
http://www.raudondvariodvaras.lt
+370 37 449 601
Working hours
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| III | 10:00 - 18:00 |
| IV | 10:00 - 18:00 |
| V | 10:00 - 18:00 |
| VI | 10:00 - 18:00 |
| VII | 10:00 - 18:00 |
Distance: 11 km
10. Walking paths in Kulautuva
19 km from Kaunas, there is a resort located in the Nemunas River Valley that can be described in a few simple words: pine trees, quiet, romance. In recent years, Kulautuva attracts more and more people seeking recreational activities. There are six different routes from 2.6 km to 6 km in length for you to take a walking or cycling tour, exploring the restored walking paths.
All paths are circular, so you will always end up where you started. Hikers will be able to visit the Valley of...
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Kulautuvos miškas, Kulautuvos sen., Kauno r. sav.
http://kaunorajonas.lt
+370 37 548 118
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