Public Institution "Lazdijai Tourism Information Center"

Hiking tour "Statiškės Forest. Double 2"

A hike
Let's discover the natural and historical treasures of Statiškė Forest. On January 17, let's wander through Statiškė Forest. (Lazdijai district, between Lake Meteliai and the settlement of Seiriyai). From 10:00 to 10:15 we will gather at the warm Meteliai Regional Park Visitor Center, and then we will travel by our own transport to the starting point of the hike. The length of the route is 14 km.
We will visit the oak forests typical of the Dzūkija region, hug the centuries-old oaks. We will walk through the swamp forest shining with greenery and mystery. We will get acquainted with 6 forest habitats of European Community importance. We will visit the fields where the battles of the 1863 uprising took place.
Comfortable, warm hiking shoes are recommended. The terrain is flat, without hills or slopes.
Registration is required, indicating the number of people by sending an SMS to +370 601 55716 or by message to the FC account "Meteliai regional parkas". The number of places is limited.
Participation fee - 6 Eur, and for schoolchildren, students and seniors - 3 Eur! Children under 7 years old - free! Payment on the day of the hike in cash or by card.
For more information, please call 8 601 55716.
Artūras Pečkys, the administrator of the Meteliai Regional Park Visitor Center, will accompany you and help you unravel the mysteries of nature.