Vilnius

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Recognised as the most beautiful Baroque city in all of Europe, the capital of Lithuania has plenty to charm you. Vilnius, the « Jerusalem of the North », offers countless sights to visit, from Baroque art to medieval style. Colourful, multicultural and unusual, the Lithuanian capital promises an exceptional stay.

So immerse yourself in local life by staying in a hotel in Vilnius and admire its architecture, with the neoclassical cathedral, the Gothic Church of St Anne, as well as the Gate of Dawn and the shrine dedicated to the Virgin Mary.

Less than 3 hours from the French capital, treat yourself to a few days of change of scenery in an eclectic city of surprising charm, during a stay in a hotel near the airport.

Your hotel in Vilnius

Seat of the Grand Duchy of Lithuania, Vilnius is home to many religious buildings of all faiths: Jewish, Catholic, Christian, Protestant and Orthodox. The Palace of the Grand Dukes proudly bears witness to the whole history of Lithuania with its medieval layout and unusual architecture. Be sure to visit it, if only to admire the many objects on display, such as earthenware stoves, tapestries, jewellery, armour and coins. Admire Gediminas Tower, which has become the symbol of Lithuanian independence.

If you step through the door of the Telia NonMuseum, virtual reality enthusiasts can discover Lithuania in a different way by visiting its main sites with headsets.

Continue your climb along Pilies Street, or Castle Street. You are entering the heart of the medieval city. Lined with palaces and houses, this street reflects the whole city: at once classical, Baroque and Renaissance in style. Gedimino Prospektas is a chic, modern avenue, the equivalent of the Champs-Élysées, which will lead you to the cathedral.

Rightly nicknamed the « city of a hundred churches », Vilnius boasts a considerable number of religious buildings, whether Baroque, Gothic or more modern. It would be almost impossible to visit them all, but the jewel of the Gothic style remains the Church of St Anne with its beautiful Baroque altar. As an anecdote, Napoleon Bonaparte wanted to dismantle it and take it to Paris, which tells you how much this church is worth a detour. Finally, the Gate of Dawn is a true symbol of Vilnius. It houses an icon of the Virgin Mary, making it a place of pilgrimage for many worshippers.

Carry on to the bohemian district of Užupis, often compared to Montmartre. Sculptors, jewellers, painters and artists of all kinds have found refuge here. During the day, all is calm, relaxation and pleasure, with many green spaces and the Vilnia river as a backdrop. But when night falls, festivals, shows and literary events take centre stage. Constantly buzzing, the district always has something new to discover.

How to get to Vilnius

A 2 h 30 flight from Paris is all it takes to reach your hotel near the airport in Vilnius, notably with the airlines Air Baltic or Air France.