Minčia Water Mill

The dam that was later used for the water mill was erected in Minčia Village as far back as 1792. Since its owners, aristocrats inhabiting the Minčia Manor, were progressive entrepreneurs, they harnessed the mill’s power not just for milling grain, but also for sawing logs and felting wool. On a visit to the mill, you’ll be able to see its authentic elements: massive walls, functioning mill race (water wheel), and a spectacular dam. The mill is also surrounded by legend. According to one, it used to have traps for the local demons and witches, said to have dragged the village’s prettiest girl Minčija with them into the water. Another legend would have it that a big pile of money has been buried between the lakes Minčia and Žiežulnis – its location is appropriately called the Money Hill. In 1971, the mill was included in Lithuania’s architectural heritage register, and was later designated a national cultural heritage object. Today, it houses a resort that offers a massive array of fun activities: canoe trips along special routes, premises for personal events and conferences, a sauna (with bathing in the cascading water afterwards!), a boat for fishing, badminton, volleyball, bicycles, a slide for children, guided forest hikes – and more!