"The best European balneology resort!!!" Top 5 Page for this destination Druskininkai by matcrazy1

Druskininkai Travel Guide: 126 reviews and 176 photos

Russian orthodox church

Druskininkai is the best European balneology resort! (chosen by Eurepean edition of "Newsweek" magazine) and indeed, I found it true! It's great place to relax in peace and quite!

Druskininkai (Druskienniki in Polish language) is old town, first mentioned in 1636. It is spa with 12 mineral water springs, many parks, sanatoriums, health spas, two lovely lakes and old churches including lovely Russian Orthodox church built at the end of 19th century.

Relaxing atmosphere

URSZULA

Relaxing and creative atmosphere of Druskininkai attracted many famous Polish and Lithuanian people before WWII, including Polish ruler, marshal Pilsudski and Lithuanian composer Ciurlionis.

By the lake

BY LAKE

The spa looked pretty empty when I was there in June 2004. There were quite many Polish medium and older age visitors there. The resort was growing and changing trying to meet the needs of its visitors. It was inexpensive area, cheaper than any popular spa in Poland, even not mentioning any Western European resort.

Pros and Cons

Pros:Spa! Relaxing atmosphere, not crowded, inexpensive
Cons:More good quality tourist facilities, please!
In a nutshell:Escape and relax in peace and quiet!

Last visit to Druskininkai: Jun 2004
Intro Updated Aug 25, 2004
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Walk around a lake and rest :-) Sports & Outdoors (6)

Druskininkai was not that large. I could easily walk/hike around, including a little bit longer (over 40 min.) hiking... more travel advice

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The beginning of each urban area was signed by a table with the name of city/town/village, like on my picture. At its... more travel advice

By pedal boat Sports & Outdoors (6)

I could easily rent a pedal boat at Turistu gatve (street) on the western bank of Druskonis lake in Druskininkai. There... more travel advice

Polish mass media Favorites (7)

I found and bought (1.20 Lt) another Polish newspaper issued in Lithuania, called "Nasz Czas" (Our Time) in Lietuvos... more travel advice

Shopping (7)
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What to Pack (1)
Weather, shoes, smile... :-)))
Off The Beaten Path (10)
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Warnings Or Dangers (10)
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Nightlife (1)
Music concerts and... no nightlife?
Hotels (2)
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Comments (16)

turistauk Dec 22, 2007 at 5:16 AM Report Abuse

Now this place is water amusement park ;)
Raimix Jun 5, 2007 at 12:28 AM Report Abuse

Hey! Very nice page! Thanks! We plan to go to Druskininkai and Grutas on wednesday :)
yumyum Feb 2, 2007 at 7:14 AM Report Abuse

I haven't made it to Druskininkai yet but I like your tips about every day things! I really like Lithuania!
magor65 Nov 8, 2006 at 7:50 AM Report Abuse

You have this rare skill of describing the seemingly common and obvious things in a fascinating way. Great job.
JLBG Apr 26, 2005 at 1:02 AM Report Abuse

Interesting contrast between old wooden houses and modern one with a lot more glass. It is amazing though that even the old houses had a lot of glass. In France we have lot of fast food (pizza) in trailers. I guess they have running water from a tank!
deecat Mar 31, 2005 at 6:52 PM Report Abuse

Not a stone left unturned, Matt. So thorough and engaging is this information. You find the most unique things to write about. I really appreciate all the work you do. It is quite helpful.
Dionosaur Jan 15, 2005 at 2:56 PM Report Abuse

Wow, that blue church is really amazing. I love seeing all the different church styles in Europe. The ones here in the US are all so boooooring!
Yaqui Jan 10, 2005 at 8:40 AM Report Abuse

Some of the architecture of the Soviet era is very interesting indeed, but I think the Russian Orthodox Church is so beautiful!
Hosell Aug 30, 2004 at 5:34 AM Report Abuse

Another of your great pages,it seems that Druskininkai is the perfect place for a relaxed holidays! Beautiful pictures also,I liked sp. the opening one!!!!!
eden_teuling Aug 17, 2004 at 1:37 AM Report Abuse

I love Russian Orthodoxe churches and esp. the MUSIC: one of my favourites! And the "business men": in one blink of an eye they know what price to ask, hahaha! Lovely, well done page again, Maciek, thanks! elisabeth