No 50135
Self drive tour
Self drive tour Independent travel Latvia, Lithuania

Aukstaitija – Zemgale: gourmet journey in the countryside

Pakruojis – Šauļi – Eleja – Tērvete

Kryžiu kalnas is a hillock on which people from all around the world have planted crosses for several centuries to demonstrate respect and trust for Christianity and Christ.  This is an expression of religion and a symbol of faith, love and sacrifice, not death.  The pope visited the hill to bless Lithuanian and Christian Europe.



The alpaca farm offers a small zoo for individuals and groups.  Learn all about alpacas in terms of their origins, their appearance in Lithuania and the appearance of their wool.  The farm features alpacas, llamas, camels, goats and rabbits that you can feed, pet and take photographs with.



The Girele guesthouse and restaurant offers tasty meals, leisure and an enjoyable environment.  Traditional Lithuanian dishes are available.



The Blūdži farm offers tastings of cheese from the Mālkalni family farm (contact the farm in advance for tastings).  There are seven types of cheese, including smoked and matured cheeses, as well as bread that is baked at the farm.



The Tērvete Ancient History Museum and Wooden Castle offer the largest exhibition in the Baltic States about the culture of Semigallians during the Iron Age.  There are many ornaments, weapons and tools, including the largest collection of swords in the Baltic States.



For meals we recommend:



    • Pūteļkrogs café 

    • Mammadaba cafē

    • Zoltners restaurant



Accommodations near Tērvete:



    • Pūteļkrogs guesthouse

    • Ores weekend home

Distance driving 125 km