Ideal for both relaxation and adrenaline. Visitors can walk the scenic trails, enjoy the main city beach, or try the 600-meter-long wakeboarding track

Covering an area of ​​44 hectares, the Great Zarasai Island is one of the largest in Lithuania. It previously had other names – England, Friendship. Inventory documents mention a manor that stood on the island in the middle of the 18th century, and after it fell into disrepair, the city gardens were located here. During the First World War, German 

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This tour offers a perfect balance of Zarasai’s history, elite art, and natural beauty. You will start at the historic Antazavė Manor, move to the modern and historical galleries of the Zarasai Museum, and finish with a refreshing visit to the Great Island for leisure or water sports.

Zarasai: A Journey Through Noble History, Fine Art, and Island Escapes
Discover the "Lake Capital" of Lithuania through a curated route that blends 18th-century noble heritage, world-class contemporary art, and the vibrant energy of one of the largest lake islands in the country.

1. Antazavė Manor: The Cradle of the Pliateris Dynasty
Start your journey at the Antazavė Manor, a stunning 18th-century neoclassical white palace founded by the German-born Counts Pliateris. Once a center of aristocratic life, the manor is famously linked to Emilia Pliaterytė, the "Lithuanian Joan of Arc," who gathered rebels here during the 1831 uprising.
Today, the manor has been reborn as a vibrant cultural hub. Visitors can explore the Zarasai Region Traditional Crafts Center, where the scent of fresh woodcarving, the rhythm of weaving looms, and the tactility of ceramics bring history to life. The surrounding three-terrace park, overlooking Lake Zalvė, remains a peaceful sanctuary just as it was centuries ago.

2. Zarasai Regional Museum & the Sauka Gallery: A Cultural Kaleidoscope
Located in one of the city's oldest brick buildings (1855), this museum offers a profound look into the soul of the region.
The Ground Floor: Dedicated to the world-renowned Jewish figures of Zarasai, including the works of photographer Moiseijs Botvinnik, educator Yjeguda Pen (the first teacher of Marc Chagall), and the playful caricatures of Al Jaffe.
The Second Floor: Home to the gallery of Šarūnas Sauka and Nomeda Saukienė, two of Lithuania’s most prestigious National Prize winners. Their unique, provocative, and circular-arranged exposition offers an unforgettable journey through modern Lithuanian painting.
The Basement: A stark contrast to the galleries above, the basement houses a moving tribute to the Resistance and Soviet Repressions, alongside a dedicated space for Augustinas Voldemaras, the first Prime Minister of Lithuania.

3. The Great Island of Zarasai Lake: Where Nature Meets Adrenaline
Conclude your tour at the Great Zarasai Island, a 44-hectare natural oasis that serves as the city’s "green lung" and main event space. Once used as a military supply base during WWI, the island is now the ultimate destination for leisure and sports.
Whether you want to relax on the renovated beaches or seek a thrill on the longest wakeboard track in the Baltic States (over 570 meters), the island offers something for everyone. With its clear waters, summer festivals, and deep-rooted history, the Big Island is truly the "cradle" of Zarasai, offering a perfect harmony of fresh wind, sun, and local culture.

🍴 Where to Eat?

To complete your experience, we recommend dining at Restaurant "Monopolis" in the heart of Zarasai. It is the best place to taste the local delicacy—vendace (seliava)—while enjoying a view of the Sėlių Square, reflecting the town's unique radial layout.

Zarasai: A Journey Through Noble History, Fine Art, and Island Escapes
Discover the "Lake Capital" of Lithuania through a curated route that blends 18

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