KURSIU NERIJA NATIONAL PARK

In 2000, the Curonian Spit cultural landscape was inscribed on the UNESCO World Heritage

List.

The area of the park is 26 464 hectares: 9 764 ha are covered by land, and 16 700 ha by water.

The dunes are an exclusive element of the Curonian Spit landscape. Here you can explore all stages of dune

formation. 

Eleven types of protected habitats of European importance occur in the Curonian Spit. The different habitats are home to rare species of insects, birds, and plants specific and typical for the place. Some of them are endangered and included in the Red Book of Lithuania. 

Kuršių nerija National Park is an outstanding place that allows visitors to explore and get to know nature, culture and traditions in a way that is active and environmentally friendly. The Curonian Spit is a perfect place for observing wildlife, sustainable tourism, leisure and cultural

self expression.

There are numerous destinations that attract many visitors each year: The Sea Museum and Dolphinarium, Historical Museum of Neringa,

Galleries of Amber and Weathervanes and the Ethnographic Farmstead of Fisherman. The Hill of Witches and cognitive path

“Nature Puzzle” are favourites among children. People of all nations and ages are warmly welcome!