Paradise by the Baltic: Smiltynės Beach

Getting There

• Car

  If you are driving from Palanga Beach, head southeast on Vytauto g. towards J. Basanavičiaus g. Continue on Vytauto g. for about 5 kilometers until you reach the E272 road. Merge onto E272 towards Klaipėda. After approximately 10 kilometers, take the exit towards Klaipėda city center. Follow the signs for the ferry terminal. Park your car at the designated parking area near the ferry terminal, which may incur a fee of around €3-€5 for the duration of your stay. From the parking area, you will need to take a ferry to Smiltynė Beach.

• Public Transportation

  From Palanga Beach, locate the nearest bus stop. Take the bus heading toward Klaipėda (check local schedules, as frequencies may vary). The journey will take approximately 30-40 minutes. Once you arrive at Klaipėda central bus station, transfer to a local bus or taxi that takes you to the ferry terminal. The bus ride from the central station to the ferry terminal will take another 10-15 minutes. Upon reaching the ferry terminal, purchase a ticket for the ferry to Smiltynė Beach, which costs about €1-€2 for a one-way trip. The ferry ride lasts about 10-15 minutes, offering lovely views of the coast.

• Ferry

  After arriving at the ferry terminal in Klaipėda, buy your ferry ticket at the kiosk. The ferry to Smiltynė Beach operates frequently throughout the day. Once you board the ferry, enjoy a scenic ride across the Curonian Lagoon. Upon arrival at Smiltynė Beach, disembark and you will find yourself at the beautiful beach area, ready to enjoy your day at the seaside.