Dzukija – land of Lithuania national park

Dzukija  is the name of Southern Lithuania.It’s a famous  region for lakes, sandy rivers and park-like forests full of berries and mushrooms.

For a long time locals have been known as modest and friendly  people that live in a land of beautiful nature. The lifestyle is simple here:women pick herbs, berries and mushrooms,men cut trees and hunt.

Not much food can grow in these sandy grounds of Dzukija National Park.The only buckwheat can survive in these soils. For this reason the meals cooked by locals are different than usual potato dishes especially liked  by Lithuanians. Dzukija region people make very special buckwheat dishes in combination with the  nature goodies.

Cepkeliai reserve – nature monuments of Lithuania

Cepkeliai reserve is the largest high-marsh in Lithuania. It has some little relict lakes, islands, remains of continental dunes, taiga ype woods, amazing diversity of fauna and flora, some natural monuments.Cepkeliai swamp extends for 5.9 hectares. There are about eighty islands and islets in it. The largest populations of Lithuanian capercailzie, cranes, great snipe, owls live in the reserve of 11, 2 hectares. Here you can meet even black cocks and black storks! This is one of those few places where you can find wolves and lynx, and many moose that feed here during the winter time.

Cepkeliai natural reserve is protected by Lithuanian goverment. Therefore human activities are particularly restricted here. The only exception is for the residents of the neighbouring villages.They are allowed to pick cranberries once a year.And no wonder-these people have been doing this since the Mesolithic era! This Lithanian natural monument is only 7 – 8 kilometres away from villa “Dzukijos uoga” – your nature accommodation at Dzukija National Park.

Cepkeliai natural reserve is situated in Dzukija National Park Lithuania.It has several tourist trails with wonderful scenery  and great viewpoints.

Wildlife has thousands of colours… the moonlight bewitches by plenty of sounds… if you want to experience all of this, we are here for you!

Ethnographic Lithuanian villages of Dzukija National Park

The turns of history helped  Dzukija land to save authentic timbered Lithuanian villages  in untouched  nature.

Viršurodukis is one of these Lithunanian ethnographic villages where  nature holiday villa “Dzukijos uoga” is situated.  There are only three permanent residents in this village of Dzukija National Park.Viršurodukis comes to live only during the summer, when the weather is nice and warm, espetially during  mushrooms and berries  season.A marked bike trail  runs through our  nature holiday house.It’s one of thirteen bike trails  leading through the most picturesque  places of Dzukija National Park in Lithuania.

In nearby  Puvočiai you can explore the trace of people who lived here even during the Stone Age. There are many old wooden houses with traditional decorations in Dzukija- land style. A nice camping site iite for Lithuania nature lovers is located in Puvočiai by Merkys river.

Marcinkonys is the largest village in DzukijaNational Park and  in all Lithuania.It was first mentioned in the written sources in 1637. This Lithuanian village welcomes you with a wooden Simon and Jude Thaddeus church  built in the 19^th century. In Marcinkonys you will find Cepkeliai Natural Reserve museum, Aklaezeris Lake, continental “Rooster” dune.“Zackagiris” and “Girinis” tour paths along  Gruda river. Dzukija National Park visitors centre is also located in Marcinkonys.

Zervynos is one of the oldest and most protected ethnographic Lithuanian villages with the wooden houses and  thatched roofs.It’s situated along beautiful river “Ūla” Zervynos are also known for it’s wooden Dzukija-style crosses. Here starts major Ūla river canoeing route.  You can find forest surrounded  “Išrūginis “and “Mekšrinis” lakes with small sandy beaches nearby.

Musteika is also an architectural site of Dzukija National Park . It’s famous for Beekeeping museum and beekeeping educational programm. Here you can find an old beekeeping path with a lot of  hollow- beekeeping  signs.

Margionys village still follows  some  unique pagan tradition.During the All Saints Day and eight evenings after local people gather by the hollow pine tree in the village’s cemetery putting-up a bone fire, praying, talking and remembering the dead. In Margionys village you will also find Lithuanian barn theatre that was established in 1920.

Rivers  and lakes of  Dzukija National Park Lithuania

Merkys river. The slow current of Merkys is perfect for  family canoeing and camping lovers.Villa “Dzukijos uoga”  can offer you a 1 – 2 days canoe route during which you will enjoy beautiful shores, singing of birds, untouched nature and ethnographic Lithuanian villages of Dzukija National Park.Merkys joints  bigest Lithuanian river Nemunas in Merkinė town which is 12 km away from our  vacation rentals

Ula is one of the most beautiful rivers in Lithuania. Surrounded by pinewoods  it’s famous for the  sandy shores, vivid views  and the lively current so loved by canoeing enthusiasts.  It’s one of the most spectacular Lithuanian rivers. Ula is perfect for adults or families that like water tourism.

Ula eye hydrological monument is a beautiful eye-shape spring  close to Ula river, on the left bank between Mančiagirė and Žiūrai villages.  You can reach this place by car, by bike or by canoe. There are many scary stories created about Ula eye. However, you shouldn’t believe all of them-it is just a heritage of Lithuanian folklore.

Gruda is a winding stream with many bridges and barrages. When the water is high canoeing on Gruda river could be very attractive.The most impressive part of the route is just before the confluence with Merkys river. The scenery and nature will fascinate you  during the whole way.

Dzukija National Park has 48 lakes. Some of them have sandy shores and small forest beaches inviting you to take a bath, the others lies  in remote areas,  environed by a wonderful Lithuanian nature and spectacular views. Due to their remoteness these lakes are rich of legends and stories.

Villa “Dzukijos uoga” is only a few kilometres away from Trikampis lake (Triangle lake). Wanderers are very rare here. If you would even see anyone- it’s most likely  will be a nature lover looking for new shots for his camera. People say that there are a few post-war planes that sank in the lake.

Bakanauskai tiny swamp with a little lake is also a quite interesting turits site with a spectacular view. You can reach the lake following  Skroblus  marked turist trail.

Lithuanian holiday villa “Dzūkijos uoga” is situated in  Dzukija National Park, not far from Druskininkai resort. New stylish holiday accomodation is equipped with all required amenities  for your comfortable stay at Lithuanian countryside.

Surrounded by pine forest and waters of the park villa is a perfect solution for your holidays in Lithuanian nature. We can accommodate groups from 8 up to 18 guests. Only one group guests per time is allowed. This guarantee your privacy with a personal touch.

For your exeptional holidays leisure our  countryside villa has a great backyard surrounded by pine forest, a pond and a stream.The backyard of  Lithuanian nature holiday villa “Dzukijos uoga” is  equipped with:

• The outdoor gazebo with a big table for 12-18 guests for dining in nature surroundings
• Children’s playground with swings
• Genuine clay brick oven for baking pizza or other culinary fun
• A backyard grill for barbecue
• Roof-covered terraces near the main house and the bath house
• Outdoor shower for your hot day refreshment

• A pond with a footbridge for bathing and relaxation
• A creek running through the backyard
• Place for bonefire for your starlight evenings and entertainment
• Cozy lighting of the backyard
• Parking
• Peace, harmony and charming atmosphere of tiny forest village
• Thousands of berries and mushrooms

Countryside villa “Dzukijos uoga” – your stylish nature accommodation for holidays in Dzukija National Park -Lithuania!