Soviet Nuclear Weapon Site

Head into the lush and serene Plokštinė Forest to visit the defunct nuclear weapons base at the Museum of the Cold War. Explore the site where potentially devastating missiles were once housed and pointed at London, among other European cities.

With the help of an expert guide, you’ll delve into the facility’s intriguing innards. Wander through the gloomy corridors, peer into a silo and marvel at relics of the Soviet Army.

As you drive through the Žemaitija National Park, stop off to spend a little time enjoying the serenity of Lake Plateliai. One of the area’s most beautiful wonders, it boasts crystal-clear water and is dotted with picturesque islands.

If all that pure air works up an appetite, good news: you’ll also call in at a traditional Lithuanian restaurant to enjoy a lunch of provincial dishes with a local drink.