Zarasai herbas 1506

Zarasai

Capital of the lake region with over 300 lakes nearby. Stelmužė – oldest oak tree in Lithuania (1500 years).

Zarasai is the capital of the lake region in northeastern Lithuania, first mentioned in 1261. Seven lakes surround the town, the largest being Lake Zarasas. It is one of the Lithuanian towns most damaged by wars – destroyed and rebuilt numerous times.

Quick Facts

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pop. 6 800
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Founded 1506
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Area 7 km²
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Best Time to Visit May–September (water activities)
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Attractions 5

About

Zarasai is a town in Northeastern Lithuania, called the capital of the lake region. The area contains over 300 lakes, the largest being Zarasas, Sartai, and Antalieptė reservoir. Nearby grows the legendary Stelmužė oak – the oldest tree in Lithuania (about 1500 years), with a trunk circumference of 13 meters. It takes 8 people to hug it. The town has a bridge with an observation deck offering views of Lake Zarasas. Gražutė Regional Park offers wonderful nature trails and hiking infrastructure.

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Tips

  • Stelmužė oak – 13 m circumference, needs 8 people to hug
  • Many water activities in summer
  • Close to Latvia – can combine with Daugavpils visit
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Getting Around

  • Compact town – center walkable
  • By car to Stelmužė (20 km) and Antalieptė (15 km)

Attractions

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Attractions

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Stelmužė Oak

Oldest oak tree in Lithuania – about 1,500 years old! Trunk circumference 13.5 m, height 23 m. Natural monument since 19…

⏱ 30 min 💰 Free Nature & Parks
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Lake Zarasaitis

City lake with excellent beaches and water sports opportunities. Lakefront is the favorite relaxation spot.…

⏱ 120 min 💰 Free Nature & Parks
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Antalieptė Monastery

Augustinian monastery by Lake Šventas. Baroque architectural monument with rare beauty surroundings – an oasis of tranqu…

⏱ 45 min 💰 Donations Historic Sites
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Lake Kayaking Routes

Zarasai region is a lake paradise with kayaking between 300+ lakes. Various routes for beginners and experienced paddler…

⏱ 180 min 💰 Kayak rental from €15/hr Activities
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Zarasai Regional Museum

Museum of lake region history and culture, presenting the Zarasai region's history, archaeological finds, ethnography, a…

⏱ 60 min 💰 Adults €2, students €1 Museums & Galleries

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