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Get active in Trakai

Trakai, a town in southeastern Lithuania, is famous for its beautiful lakes, traditional Karaite food, and gorgeous mediaeval castle, built on an island in the middle of Galvė Lake. When it comes to exploring it, the options are numerous: hiking, boating, sailing, surfing, and more!
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Varnikai Trail, Trakai Castle, Angels’ Hill, Užutrakis Manor – these are just a few of the brilliant attractions that you can enjoy upon arriving in Trakai. For starters, we recommend you simply take a walk and enjoy the views. Beautiful churches, palaces, manors, forests, the wondrous Trakai Castle that looks like something from a fairy tale – rest assured, there’s no shortage of Instagrammable spots in Trakai.

Next, why not have some lake-side fun! In addition to swimming, you can rent a boat, hydrobike, or canoe – and even take a trip in a yacht or a hot air balloon. For those wanting to explore the town on two wheels, there’s no shortage of bikes, e-bikes and scooters you can rent in the town’s centre and by the lake.

And when you’re good and ready, head on over to any of the town’s cosy waterfront cafés and restaurants, where you’ll have the opportunity to try the famous kybyn and other Karaite delicacies. Nothing makes a day full of active exploration better than a hearty traditional meal!