Molėtai: Lakes, Sculpture and City History
Accommodation in Molėtai
Molėtai lies between the lakes Siesartis, Luokesų and Dūrių; the Siesartis River also flows through the city. Water thus shapes different sides of the place: lakes are part of the surrounding landscape, while the river runs through Molėtai. There is also a walking trail around the city lakes, outdoor art and historic buildings. This offers a blend of scenery, activity and culture for planning your trip, depending on which experiences you would like to focus on.
Lakes and walking trail in Molėtai
The Molėtų miesto pėsčiųjų takai trail is a way to explore Molėtai and the lakes Pastovis and Pastovėlis. Footbridges cross the lakes, making the water a recurring feature along the route. There are also two sculptures along the trail: “Žvejo batų ir meškerės skulptūra” and “Žuvis su balnu”. The route thus combines views of the city lakes with public art.
There is also an area with outdoor musical instruments along the trail. Visitors can play music themselves or listen to others. The instruments include drums and small drums, chime tubes, a tubular metallophone and bells. If you plan to include this area in your visit, check its current availability locally.
Sculptures and city history
Molėtų skulptūrų parkas is located in the centre of Molėtai, by Lake Pastovis. Outdoors, visitors can see works made of wood and black, grey and brownish granite. The sculptor-architects are from Lithuania, Wales, France and Poland. The varied materials and places of origin give the park a distinctive place in Molėtai’s art scene.
The “Atsiveriantis branduolys” monument is also part of the cityscape: Donatas Dovidavičius created it in honour of those who fought for Lithuania’s freedom; it stands in the central square of the municipal administration. Another glimpse into the past comes from the two Luokesai pile-dwelling settlements on the outskirts of the city. They are about 2,500 years old. Their approximate age and location make them a distinctive archaeological landmark alongside the city’s more recent buildings.
Architecture in Molėtai
The Church of the Holy Apostles Peter and Paul was built in 1905. It is designed in the Neo-Baroque style and has a Latin-cross floor plan. Two two-storey towers and a projecting façade define its architectural character. The church also houses twelve significant works of art. The building thus offers several aspects of cultural history: its construction date, floor plan, façade design and artworks all contribute to its character.
Which holiday apartment suits your plans?
When looking for a holiday apartment in Molėtai, you can first consider which aspects of the place you would like to shape your stay. Are the city lakes and walking trail your main focus, or would you especially like to explore the sculptures, architecture and historical sites? These different priorities can help you organise your travel plans. Then match the specific location of your accommodation to the places you would like to visit.
Discover more destinations: Kirdeikiai, Antalgė, Visaginas, Sudeikiai, Antazavės Seniūnija, Šilinė, Rimšė, Utena.
For the broader travel overview: Utena County.
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