Klaipėda

Klaipėda – Lithuania’s Port City

Description
Klaipėda is Lithuania’s main seaport with a distinct maritime character.

Geography
Western Lithuania on the Baltic Sea
Coastal plains
Maritime climate

History
Founded as Memel by the Teutonic Order
German and Lithuanian heritage
Modern port expansion

Culture
Maritime traditions
Multicultural influences
Festivals and arts

Economy
Shipping and logistics
Shipbuilding
Tourism

Tourism & Attractions
Old Town
Theatre Square
Port area