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Tell Alytus I LOVE YOU with a hike!
We set off for the capital of Dzūkija – where the forests grow, the river Nemunas flows and autumn paints nature in the most beautiful colours! This is not just a hike – it is an invitation to slow down, enjoy every step and get to know the city of love.
On October 25, we will hike through the forests where the Dzūkian legends of Mirgliausėla and Alyta are still alive and meander along the Nemunas River, which, according to legend, was created by Mirgliausėla’s tears. We will climb a hillfort and discover the colourful face of Alytus – from the street art to the breathtaking nature in autumn.
Spectacular views of the Nemunas River and a city where nature and creativity meet. This hike is a great opportunity to take a break and recharge your batteries before the coming winter.
Choose a route that suits your mood and your strength – 7, 17, 24, 37 or even 51 km of hiking trails are waiting for everyone: beginners, experienced hikers, families with children and four-legged friends! Get ready for a TrekToursy atmosphere that will inspire you to come back again and again.
Choose your own start time – hike at your own pace, whenever you want. More time – less stress. Let’s meet in Alytus, where the river Nemunas tells stories and you create your own.
Tickets for the event are limited.
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Tickets for the event are limited.
Through the woods and along the river Nemunas! As soon as you set off from the Angel of Freedom, you enter the Dzūkija Forest, where the autumn leaves crunch under your feet. You will be greeted by the Little Dailidė lake, sparkling through the trees. Continue along the Walking Trail from the White Rose Bridge to “Train M23” and stop in the Valley of Songs, where the hum of the echoes is still alive. And at the end, on the banks of the Nemunas River, accompanied by silence and autumn colours. It is said that the Nemunas was formed here by Mirgliausėlė, who mourned the death of her beloved Alyta. Love simply flows here.
Measure love and hike up a hillfort! After about 4 km, you will reach the White Rose Bridge, the highest pedestrian bridge in Lithuania and a symbol of love. Here you can prove your feelings by carrying your loved one to the boundary, marking a type of love – a fun tradition that brings you closer together! Next, you’ll find the Heart of Roses – don’t forget to say “I love Alytus” and put on your padlock. Climb up to the hillfort – the view from the top is breathtaking. And the icing on the cake – Panemunė and the tranquillity of the forest. Slow down and savour every moment.
Search for wildlife treasures! After crossing the pedestrian bridge over the Dailidė River, you embark on a short but spectacular tour of Alytus. The hustle and bustle of the city is soon replaced by the Vidzgiris Botanical Reserve – a real treasure trove of wildlife. Here you will find temperate broadleaf and mixed forests, scrub forests, ravine and hillside forests, dry oak forests, alluvial forests and springs where tufa forms – a rare gift of nature. The trail then takes you to the Nemunas River bend, where you can rest for a moment and enjoy a delicious lunch surrounded by nature. After your rest, you continue your journey past Nemunas Island and the hillfort, the final highlights of the route that will lead you to your destination, with views you will want to take with you.
More secrets of nature! The 37 km challenge takes you to all the places mentioned above, but this time you can experience even more of nature and yourself. As you travel through the silence of the Dzūkija forests, the winding riverbanks of Nemunas and the wildlife reserves, you will allow yourself to slow down and hear the whisper of autumn. This route is not only a hike through forests, hillforts and lakes, but also an inner journey. When you leave the city behind and your steps merge with the rhythm of the trails, a real connection with nature is born. And perhaps even with yourself.
51 km – a test of self-love! If you want to get to know Dzūkija to the core, fall in love with every step and fall in love with yourself all over again, then this is the route for you. Apart from all the well-known hillforts, legends and the banks of the Nemunas, only hikers on this route will be immersed in the wild silence of the Alytus pine barrens, where the forest whispers of peace and the trails lead through a world. Soon you will reach the village of Strielčiai – a small place, as if forgotten by time, where the simplicity and silence of Dzūkija immediately embrace you. This is more than just a hike. It is a journey through the beauty of autumn, the secrets of nature and self-discovery.
ARRIVAL LOCATION
Participants of all routes must arrive at the starting point of the hike on their own – Alytaus rotušė (54.396206, 24.048434).
PARKING
Parking in the parking lots located in the territory of the city.
REGISTRATION
After arriving to the start area, your ticket will be scanned (mobile versions accepted) and you will be handed out your participants bracelet.
STARTING
After registration, you are allowed to begin the hike on the designated time for your route, which can be found in the route comparison area.
DISH RENTAL
If you don’t have a bowl for food, a cup, or a spoon for lunch, you can rent these at the starting area for €1. You can return the dishes for reuse after finishing. The rental fee is non-refundable.
HIKING
Rest and assistance stops will be set up all across the hike route. You will also be able to replenish your water supplies, have a cup of tea, grab a snack and if need be, receive first medical assistance. Route distances may vary due to differences in GPS receivers and smart device tracking.
TRANSPORTATION AFTER TERMINATING YOUR HIKE EARLY
Participants wishing to terminate their hike early will have to get to the nearest rest and assistance stop. From there, they will be brought back to the start area by designated vehicles. For participants who have not completed the hike, e-mail the diploma will be sent by e-mail specified during registration by mail within 15 minutes after the finish is recorded in the registration system.
FINISHING
All of the hike routes are radial, thus you will start and finish and the same place – Alytaus rotušė (54.396206, 24.048434). Here, the participants who have successfully completed their chosen route will be awarded with medals. The e-diploma will be sent to the participant by e-mail specified during registration by mail within 15 minutes after finishing.
When registering, all participants agree with hike regulations.
We will take care of everything:
TrekTours COMFORT – experience comfort before you take your first step!
If you value convenience and time, and don’t want to wait in queues or worry about details, TrekTours COMFORT is for you. Secure parking close to the start/finish area, fast check-in, a cosy lounge area with delicious coffee and exceptional snacks – everything you need to simply enjoy yourself before and after your hike!
Separate parking (optional) – arrive, park your car not far from the start / finish, and don’t waste time looking for a parking space.
Quick registration with no queues – you come, check in, get your route and TrekTours COMFORT hiker wristband and you’re done!
TrekTours COMFORT lounge – your rest area before the start or after the finish – a private space with comfortable loungers and seating where you can take a breather before the hike and after the finish. Enjoy drinks and snacks from our partners.
Plus, you’ll find rollers to massage your tired muscles and just enjoy the great atmosphere where you’ll want to stay longer!
TREKTOURS COMFORT can be purchased at the second registration step.
TrenkTuras invites close-knit groups of friends, energetic corporate teams, and organizations to take on the challenge of our team competition. If you believe your friends or colleagues have what it takes to earn the title of the toughest hikers, and if your adventures can be counted in kilometres, we can’t wait to see you on a TrenkTuras hike!
When we’re out in nature, it’s important to protect it. To cut down on plastic waste during our hikes, we’ve stopped using disposable dishes.
If you also believe in taking care of the environment, we encourage you to bring your own reusable items on the hike: a water bottle, a mug or thermos for tea, and a bowl and spoon for those on longer routes.
KAIP PASIRUOŠTI ŽYGIUI?
Pasirinktą atstumą lengviau įveikti padės ne tik fizinis pasirengimas, bet ir tinkamas avalynės ir drabužių pasirinkimas. Patarimus paruošė ir jais dalinasi mūsų draugai, aktyvaus laisvalaikio aprangos specialistai Hiatus.
Participants take care of their arrival at the hiking place on their own. You will find the marked start point on the map.
START PLACE:
Alytaus rotušė (54.396206, 24.048434).
START – FINISH TIMES:
7 KM: start time from 07:00 to 13:00, finish till 15:00
17 KM: start time from 07:00 to 13:00, finish till 18:00
24 KM: start time from 07:00 to 12:00, finish till 18:00
37 KM: start time from 07:00 to 10:00, finish till 20:00
51 KM: start time from 07:00 to 09:00, finish till 22:00
