Discover Klaipėda District Municipality

Cliff coast and views of Gargždai

The stretch of cliff coast known as Olandų Kepurė is one of the municipality’s geological natural heritage sites. It represents a striking landscape and natural feature alongside the area’s historical and cultural themes. Another viewpoint is the restored Kalniškės (Gargždų) piliakalnis: this tourist attraction offers a view of Gargždai. Visitors who want to connect their visit with history will also find a historical link here. The hill is associated with the Curonian castle of Garisda, mentioned in a document dated 4 April 1253. This mention is the first written record of Gargždai.

History and culture of the lagoon region

At the Gargždų krašto muziejus, visitors can learn about the history of the Klaipėda District and the town of Gargždai; the museum also presents works by various artists. The permanent interactive exhibition “J. Gižas. Laivadirbio skrynią atvėrus...” offers another perspective on life in the region. It provides information about the craft of shipbuilding, the tradition of building Curonian Lagoon fishing boats, and the way of life in the lagoon region. This allows you to explore cultural themes not only through local history, but also through traditional crafts and regional ways of life.

Cycling and hiking

In the Klaipėda District, the “Kuršių kelias” cycle route runs along two sections: Nemirseta–Giruliai and Dreverna–Svencelė. This division is useful for planning your trip if you are looking for a cycle route in a particular part of the district. No length or connection between the two sections is specified; the names identify the respective route sections.

If you prefer to explore on foot, you could consider the “Paukščių takai” hiking trail. The 14-kilometre round trip runs from the small marina in Dreverna to the birdwatching tower in Tyrų bog. The start and end points, along with the total distance, give you a clear guide for planning your day. Another striking structure is the Lankupiai suspension bridge, which connects two parts of the village of Lankupiai. It is 130 metres long and crosses the boundary between the Klaipėda and Šilutė districts.

Experiences on the water and culinary themes

The “Žuvies kelias” culinary cruise travels through the Curonian Spit, the Nemunas Delta, the Minija River, and the King Wilhelm Canal. Its offerings include dishes from the fish culinary heritage. The tour therefore combines several bodies of water and landscape names with a culinary focus. A separate option is the “Dreverna” boat, which groups of up to 30 people can rent for leisure trips on the Curonian Lagoon. Group size may be a factor when planning outings together.

The West Lithuanian Way of St. James also passes through the Klaipėda District. It is described as a marked international pilgrimage, educational, and cultural route. If you are interested in pilgrimage trails or cultural routes, you can consider it as another way to explore the region.

Experiences in Radailiai and places in the municipality

Dinozaurų parkas in Radailiai features more than 52 life-size dinosaurs that hiss, spray water, and roar. Educational activities are organised there for schoolchildren, preschool children, and children’s groups. This makes the park a possible stop for visitors interested in dinosaurs and learning activities. Radailiai is also home to an upside-down house, one of the attractions: it stands on its roof, and everything inside is turned upside down.

The municipality’s list of places also includes Toleikiai, Ginduliai, Baukštininkai, Medsėdžiai, Svencelė, Dovilai, Agluonėnai, Baubliai, and Venckai. These place names help you find your way around the municipality, while the nature, culture, and route experiences described above highlight options for visitors with different interests.

For the broader travel overview: Klaipėda County.