Elevate Your Experience at Merkinė Observation Tower

Getting There

• Car

  If you are driving, navigate to the town of Merkinė, located in the Varėna District Municipality. From the center of Dzukija National Park, follow the signs toward Merkinė. You can enter the coordinates 54.1636701, 24.1744605 into your GPS for precise directions. Once in Merkinė, look for parking areas near the observation tower, which is a short walk from the main road.

• Public Transportation

  To reach Merkinė via public transportation, take a bus from major cities such as Vilnius or Varėna to Merkinė. Buses typically run several times a day. Check local schedules for specific times. Upon arriving at the Merkinė bus stop, exit and head towards the observation tower, which is approximately a 15-minute walk from the bus stop. Follow the main road (turn right onto Merkinės Street) until you see signs directing you to the observation tower.

• Walking

  If you are already within Dzukija National Park and prefer to walk, head towards the town of Merkinė. Follow the marked trails or paths leading to the town center, ensuring you are heading in the direction of the coordinates 54.1636701, 24.1744605. Once you reach Merkinė, look for the observation tower; it is well-signposted and located near the main road.