Neringa

Neringa is a mosaic of green pine woods and flat grasslands, undulating dunes and sandy beaches that winds its way down the Baltic Coast where Lithuania arches towards her long-time Polish compadre in European history and the odd Russian exclave of Kaliningrad.

The area encompasses the whole Lithuanian length of the Curonian Spit and provides excellent opportunities for riding, hiking, windsurfing, and fishing on the Curonian Lagoon's waters, the sun-kissed resort strips of Nida, and the earthy cottages that make up age-old settlements like Pervalka.

Then there's Thomas Mann's beautiful house, as well as the other artist workshops and galleries that sprung up in the 1800s as a result of the German migration from Konigsberg.

The average temperature of Neringa varies a lot. Temperatures feel chilly for roughly half of the year, but generally pleasant, with a probability of rain or snow for the rest of the year. When compared to tourist locations throughout the world, the area is less temperate than others, ranking in the 28th percentile for pleasant weather.

• Location: Lithuania
• Timing: Open all day
• Famous for: riding, hiking, windsurfing, and fishing on the Curonian Lagoon's waters
• Entry Fee: US$ 2
• Best Time To Visit: January to April.