Exploring Molėtai with Children

The Molėtai district is famous for its lakes and observatory, but it is certainly not limited to them – there are more and more entertainments that will appeal not only to young explorers of the world, but also to teenagers and parents who miss the joy of games.

Trips to Molėtai with children – every family will find activities, regardless of the specifics of their vacation. Those who like active activities in the area there are unique educational trails, one of them leads to Dubingiai mound, from which you can also admire the enchanting panorama of nature.

Boats and catamarans are waiting for those who want a quieter activity, and after mooring at one of the many piers, you can have a picnic with your family in the gazebo or let the children run wild in the playgrounds, which are not lacking here. One of the more interesting ones is located in the city center and holds a special place in the hearts of the little visitors – here you can find a floor outdoor ice rink, a durable trampoline and several play devices that attract adults as much as their children.

You can find entertainment both in the city itself and in the surrounding area, but the most convenient thing is that you can find all the most interesting objects in this area just 15-30 minutes away by car, which allows you to win more time for visiting and relaxing.

Barbara, who visited Molėtai with her family, compiled a list of places that are sure to appeal to young and old travelers. Parents traveling with babies in strollers will also like it here, as most of the offered places can be passed by strollers or bicycles.

The lakes of Molėtai center

This space can be safely called Molėtai’s business card. The city’s lakes, Pastoviai and Pastovėlis, are well-maintained with an educational trail (surface: asphalt, wooden planks). You can travel on it on foot, by bicycle, and you will have the greatest pleasure of taking a walk here and carrying a baby in a stroller.

Next to the path you will find the sculpture “Fisherman’s Boots and Fishing Rod” (do not spare time for a photo!), “Fish with a saddle”, and next to it there is a water fountain and a city fountain. If you go further you will see the Sculpture park, footbridges across lakes, a stone dedicated to Sisyphus.

You will also reach Pasavarininkai mountain, at the foot of which cool outdoor activities await you. There are also a number of small piers, bridges, benches and gazebos along the path, where you can rest or get to know your baby in peace.

There are also a number of children’s playgrounds, several bathing areas and a practical bridge with deckchairs for sunbathing near the beach. This summer, equipment rental (scooters, bicycles, paddle boards, water bikes, children’s cars) will start operating at the beach.

More information with exact coordinates of this location can be found in the “Travelling with Children ®” attractions map.

Playground by the lake in the city center

Do not be lazy and stop by this site, it is quite likely that you will spend more than one hour here, even though the site is not large. Not only the children will want to try all the entertainment here, but you too! Visitors can enjoy a “Tarzanka”, a trampoline and, of course, a high outdoor slide, which at first glance looks a little extreme, but is not dangerous even for 1.5-year-old children. Located next to another beach in the city, older children can have fun on their own while their parents enjoy the sun next door.

More information with exact coordinates of this location can be found in the “Travel with children ®” attractions map.

Molėtai Technical Museum

This is a recently established private museum, which exhibits about 140 passenger cars, trucks, buses, motorcycles, trailers, even fire engines, most of which parents will remember from childhood, and children will get to know the equipment that was used in Lithuania more than 30 years ago.

The most fun for children (and maybe even more for adults) is that you can not only touch everything in the outdoor exhibition, but also get into each car. The museum also has an exhibition of ancient radio, audio, and TV equipment. When going to this museum, plan more time, because an hour or even an hour and a half will be really small. Outside there is an enclosure where a real donkey reigns, and nearby there is an old-fashioned children’s entertainment area – a carousel, a house, a rocket, etc. The area has a gazebo where you can have a picnic, and there is an outdoor bar nearby. You can also go through the entire exposition with strollers, the outside is paved with pebbles. Unfortunately, until October 1 The museum can be visited only on Saturdays from 10 a.m. to 6 p.m.

More information with exact coordinates of this location can be found in the “Travelling with Children ®” attractions map.

Brass Park

Near the technical museum, you will also find this unusual entertainment place, where children will experience a lot of joy of discovery. In a large area, you will find all kinds of ancient facilities, which have been artistically brought back to life. There are also old cars, a huge telescope, an ice rink, and an unusual herd of horses. Choose good weather for your visit as this park is open air.

Museum of Ethnocosmology

This facility in Molėtai district is simply a must-visit. With a guide, you will go up to the observation deck on the 7th floor. This floor from the outside looks like a spaceship that has landed on Earth.

In the observation “aircraft” there is an exposition of meteorites. The exposition tells about the achievements of astronauts and life in space. For day and night excursions, groups must be registered in advance (registration is done by phone on weekdays).

Excursions are conducted for a maximum of 20 persons, which is taken care of by a guide during the entire excursion. And from July 1 this unique museum will open its doors to visitors again and even more widely after the renovation. Here you will be able to see the updated exposition and hang out in the space waiting room. In the area near the museum there is a beautiful park, paths, you can go everywhere with a wheelchair.

More information with exact coordinates of this location can be found in the “Travelling with Children ®” attractions map.

Jurkiškis stream educational trail

An unusual, truly charming trail meanders along the stream, and visitors can enjoy stunning views of nature here. The length of the stream is only 1.2 km, but during this short distance it “falls” about 12 meters. With its flow and sinuousness, it resembles a mountain pass. This path, although made up of wooden planks, is not suitable for prams. It is not because due to the high slopes there are no shortage of steps. If you are traveling with smaller children or babies, choose a baby carrier.

More information with exact coordinates of this location can be found in the “Travelling with Children ®” attractions map.

Object 3in1 – trail, castle site and the ruins of the Radvil Palace

Not far from the Jurkiškis stream path you will also find another educational trail. It will take you to the once majestic Dubingiai castle, from where wonderful views of nature open up. There is also an exposition of the remains of the Radvila Palace.

Auksinė giria – near Dubingiai mound

In the territory of this grove, you will find a labyrinth of 4 elements and you will see a huge dream catcher.

Observation tower of the Labanoras regional park

If you are not afraid of heights, climb the second highest observation tower in Lithuania (36 m), which is shaped like a slender tree trunk. In order to see the impressive panorama of nature, you will have to climb 214 steps, so the entertainment is more for teenagers and their parents. At the approaches to the tower, there are stairs on the slope of the lake of white Lakajs, a track, a pontoon ramp, a set of tables and benches, trash cans, gazebos, a bicycle stand, and an outdoor toilet.

Lake Fishing Museum

The exposition is located in the reconstructed XIX century. in the fisherman’s purchase and barn. The 4-meter-long 15th-century patched up The museum exhibits old eel catching devices, ancient nets, automatic fishing rods. The museum also includes a fisherman’s room, a small room, and fish smokehouses. The yard is decorated with braided fences, flower beds, and old boats. There is a swimming pool with fish swimming nearby.

More information with exact coordinates of this location can be found in the “Travelling with Children ®” attractions map.

Virtual space is different for Molėtai

It is a great place to either start or end your visit to the Molėtai region. With the help of the latest technologies, you will be able to move and REALLY experience the events that shaped the history of Molėtai and the whole of Lithuania. Opera soloist Rafailas Karpis, actor Kristupas Krapavickas, young actors of the theater studio “Remarka” of the Molėtai Cultural Center created the roles. The roles were also created by local residents and residents of the Molėtai region. You will find the virtual educational space “Molėtai differently” in the Molėtai tourism and business information center. It is near “The shoes of the fisherman”. The space is open all week except Sundays.

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