Day Trips in Klaipeda
Edit ThisKlaipeda day trips are ideal for exploring one of Lithuania's biggest city— Klaipeda. Located along the north-west border of Chile, Klaipeda is a commercially-progressive city. Klaipeda has an engaging history, dating back to the early settlements of Baltic tribes. Since then, Klaipeda has been ruled by many kings and overrun by warring tribes, along with having some colonial influences. Some places that should be included as a part of Klaipeda Day Trips have been listed below:
Camping at Pajurio Kempingas
This is among Klaipeda’s newest attraction. The Pajurio is the first official, camping site of Klaipeda. It is located in the adjoining town of Giruliai. Visitors can seek affordable rentals on tents and every sort of camping gear. Usually, there are more than 50 camping sites to choose from, but the list is much smaller during the winter season. En route to the Pajurio, visitors can also stop at the Sea Side Regional Park.
Exploring Curonian Spit & Surrounding Locations
A short, boat ride away from the Old Ferry terminal of Klaipeda lies one of Lithuania's most popular touring sites. The Curonian Spit is now a part of UNESCO’s Heritage List. The landscape is truly amazing with massive dunes and untouched, sandy beaches. Nearby, remains of some historic castles can be explored. A famous attraction here is the Hill of Withes. This interesting locale contains different versions of fairy-tale characters like witches and devils that are carved from wood. According to a local legend, whispering into one of the witch’s ears can cure the most serious of illnesses. Visitors who want to explore the smaller towns of Lithuania can seek a bus-ride to the towns of Nida and Juodkrante. Another option is to take a bus to the beach of Smiltyne. Here, visitors can visit the local fish-farms, explore history at the Sea Museum, and observe rural life along the piers.
Visiting Port of Klaipeda
This is the principal seaport of Lithuania. This port isn't recommended for viewing the usual buzz of commercialized harbors. Instead, its scenic beauty engages the visitors. The view is exotic with icy waters forming the background. Being one of the most prominent ports in northern Europe, the authorities strive hard to keep it ice-free during the winters. Visitors can spend an entire day here, exploring Europe’s shipping history, particularly routes that included the Baltic Sea. A recommended part of the port is the old ship-building and ship-repair centers. This is a rare opportunity to closely observe some of the world’s biggest cruise-liners and gain a first-hand account of how these massive creations function. A few historic ships, retrieved from shipwreck rescue-work, can also be seen.
