Pakruojis District Municipality

• The Pakruojis Synagogue is Lithuania’s oldest surviving wooden synagogue; it was built in 1801.
• The Pakruojis Manor estate is considered Lithuania’s largest surviving manor estate. It covers more than 48 hectares and includes 34 buildings.
• Rozalimo Forest Park has recreational trails, wooden boardwalks, parking areas, fire pits and observation platforms.
• The Rozalimo educational trail is about 4 km long and has 18 information boards along the entire route, as well as newly installed rest areas.
• The Raudonpamūšio outcrop on the left bank of the Mūša is 35 m long and 4 m high.
• The Peleniškiai hillfort dates from the 1st millennium to the 13th century.

The Pakruojis Synagogue combines a long history with a specific date: it was built in 1801 and is considered Lithuania’s oldest surviving wooden synagogue. It was restored and opened in 2017. These are two distinct points in its history: the construction of the building and its later restoration. This makes the synagogue a notable anchor for a trip focused on Jewish heritage and historic architecture.

The Pakruojis Manor estate offers a different sense of scale. Considered Lithuania’s largest surviving manor estate, it spans more than 48 hectares and includes 34 buildings. The estate also has a restored dolomite arch bridge. Guided tours and educational programmes are offered there; check the specific programmes and dates before your visit. The estate thus brings together a large ensemble of historic buildings and a clearly stated visitor offering.

A visit to the manor also offers a culinary dimension: the “Traktierius” inn serves distinctive creations rooted in the local culinary heritage. When choosing a hotel, it may help to first consider whether you want to focus your trip on historic sites, landscapes or both.

Rozalimo Forest Park has several types of visitor facilities: recreational trails, wooden boardwalks, parking areas and fire pits. Observation platforms are used to view the forest’s biodiversity. So the focus is not just on one viewpoint, but on a nature experience that combines observation with paths through the forest.

The Rozalimo educational trail is about 4 km long. There are 18 information boards along its entire route, as well as newly installed rest areas. Its approximate length and the number of boards give you two concrete points to help plan your visit. The Lapgirių esker is also visible along the way. The trail thus combines a described landform with information along the route, without requiring you to treat different hiking options as equivalent.

The Raudonpamūšio outcrop extends for 35 m along the steep left bank of the Mūša and is 4 m high. Both its position on the riverbank and its dimensions define the site: its length describes the extent of the outcrop, while its height describes its vertical dimension. This sets it apart from the forest trails and historic buildings.

The Peleniškiai hillfort adds another distinct historical dimension. It dates from the 1st millennium to the 13th century and is located near the village of Peleniškiai, 3 km east of Pašvitinys. Its date range places the site across several centuries, while its location helps you orient yourself among the places mentioned. If you would like to add another specific place to your itinerary alongside these, you can also find Petrašiūnai here.

Discover more destinations: Joniškio rajono savivaldybė, Radviliškis District Municipality, Kelmė District Municipality, Šiaulių rajono savivaldybė, Akmenė District Municipality.

What is special about the Pakruojis Synagogue?

It is Lithuania’s oldest surviving wooden synagogue, was built in 1801, and was restored and opened in 2017.

How long is the Rozalimo educational trail?

The trail is about 4 km long. There are 18 information boards and newly installed rest areas along the entire route.

Are guided tours offered at the Pakruojis Manor estate?

Yes. Guided tours and educational programmes are offered at the manor. Check the specific programmes and dates before your visit.

Where is the Peleniškiai hillfort?

It is near the village of Peleniškiai, 3 km east of Pašvitinys, and dates from the 1st millennium to the 13th century.

For the broader travel overview: Šiauliai County.