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Pavilniai Regional Park

Pavilniai Regional Park
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Pavilnys Regional Park, located just east of Vilnius, offers a rich blend of natural beauty, geological wonders, and historical intrigue. The park’s centrepiece is the Vilnia River Valley, home to the Pūčkoriai Exposure—a dramatic 65-metre cliff formed by glacial erosion and one of Lithuania’s most significant geological monuments. Visitors can explore the Pūčkoriai Cognitive Trail, which winds past remnants of a 16th-century cannon foundry, a historic water mill, and the Belmontas waterfalls. The park also features Liepkalnis Hill, a popular winter ski spot that provides sweeping views year-round. With its diverse terrain of ravines, ridges, and wooded paths, Pavilnys is ideal for hiking, cycling, and nature walks. Wildlife enthusiasts may spot rare species like the Barbastelle bat, while history buffs can uncover traces of ancient settlements and 20th-century military bunkers. Easily accessible by public transport, the park offers a peaceful escape into nature without leaving the city’s edge.

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Pavilnys Regional Park, also known as Pavilniai Regional Park, is located just outside Vilnius, with its main entrance on Belmonto Street (Belmonto g.), making it easily accessible from the city center by car, bus, or even a short train ride to the Pavilnys stop. The heart of the park is the scenic valley of the Vilnia River, featuring lush forests, rolling hills, and the unique Pūčkoriai Exposure—a dramatic geological formation and one of Lithuania’s most impressive natural monuments. Nearby, visitors can explore the Belmontas area, home to a former water mill now converted into a restaurant and entertainment center, as well as the picturesque Belmontas waterfalls. The park offers a network of hiking and cycling trails, a sundial exposition, and the Ribiškiai Labyrinth for family-friendly adventures. Liepkalnis Hill, popular for skiing in winter, and the historic remains of ancient settlements and defensive structures, add to the park’s cultural and recreational appeal. Pavilnys Regional Park is a tranquil escape for nature lovers, birdwatchers, and anyone seeking a blend of natural beauty and local history close to Vilnius.

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