Palanga Sea Pier

The Palanga Sea Pier (Palangos tiltas) is more than just an engineering feat; it is the iconic symbol of Lithuania’s premier resort, serving as the ultimate meeting point between land and sea for over a century. This 470-meter-long "L-shaped" pier is where the city's buzz fades away, replaced by the endless tranquility of the waves.

A Breath of History: The pier's origins date back to the late 19th century (around 1882), when the Counts Tiškevičius commissioned it as a wharf for the ship "Phoenix" to transport bricks. However, nature prevailed—sands and storms made navigation impossible, and since 1892, the structure has served exclusively as a pedestrian promenade. The pier attained its current form in 1998 following an extensive reconstruction that reinforced the wooden deck on sturdy concrete pillars.

Why Visit? Walking to the end of the pier is a mandatory ritual for every visitor to Palanga. The observation deck at the far end offers breathtaking panoramic views of the shifting dunes, the golden shoreline, and sunsets that are widely regarded as the most spectacular in Lithuania. At the entrance, the legendary sculpture "Jūratė and Kastytis" greets travelers, evoking the ancient Baltic myth deeply rooted in the mysteries of the sea.