Žemaitija National Park
Žemaitija National Park (ŽNP) was established in 1991 with the aim of preserving, managing and sustainably developing those areas of Žemaitija in north-western Lithuania, that are most valued for their natural and cultural qualities.
The details of the following activities and services can be found in the Park’s Information Centre in Plateliai. Tourist trips on foot, by bicycle and car looking at wildlife, historical and ethnical culture of Žemaitija. Boating and sailing, water bikes, windsurfing, yachting; best on lakes Plateliai, Beržoras and Ilgis. Angling permits are required from the HQ the ŽNP or from the Visitors (Information) Centre in Plateliai). The best lakes are Plateliai, Beržoras, Ilgis, Žiedelis and pond Rotinėnai.Camping is allowed in designated places by lakes Plateliai, Skyplaičiai, and Luoka. Visit museums and exhibitions.
Traditional festivals and other celebrations and events: Shrove Tuesday Carnival in February or March; Rasos or St. Jonas' Festival - Folk Art Festival on the 23rd of June; Great Church Feast in Žemaičių Kalvarija during the first ten days of July; Swimming Competition across Lake Plateliai on the last Sunday of July.
Contact information
Didžioji g.10, LT-90420 Plateliai, Plungė dstr., LithuaniaTel./fax: +370 448 49337
E-mail: znp@zemaitijosnp.lt
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