Manors across Aukštaitija

Aukštaitija boasts a great number of manors scattered among its forests and lakes. The region was a popular place to relax for the likes of the Radziwiłł nobles, the Tyzenhaus counts, and Antanas Smetona, the first president of Lithuania. Today, visiting the manors – some luxurious, some simply cosy – offers a peek into the lives of prominent figures of the past as well as plenty of cultural and culinary entertainment. At Bistrampolis Manor, you can learn about the incredible and inspirational book smuggling era, while Alanta Manor invites you to buff up your knowledge of local herbs and make your own healthy heb infusion. At Pakruojis Manor, you can visit a 19thcentury distillery, while at Ilzernbergas Manor, you can enjoy homemade cheese, bread, sweets and other delicacies produced at the manor’s farm. And these are just a few activities at the many manors in Aukštaitija!