Most people rush to Nida in the summer, thinking that this is the only season full of activities and adventures. However, few people know that autumn can be the best time to relax in the Curonian Spit: the tourist buzz dies down, Nida reveals its tranquillity and authentic natural beauty, and there are just as many interesting activities to do as in summer. Are you unsure? Ideas for things to do in Nida in autumn.

From late summer to November, mushroom and berry enthusiasts should head to the forests of the Spit in search of these goodies. In the Curonian Spit especially abundant are the goatfish, brown-headed, and leps, as well as the red-headed booby, a favourite of Nida's mushroom pickersbetter known among the general population as "balseviches".

The Curonian Spit forests are also home to blueberries, strawberries, raspberries, blackberries and lingonberries. The seaside is also home to a large number of red thorn berries, which we encourage you to pick for jams and teas. Here's a tip: you'll find most of the berries in the Juodkrante and Nida area.

Photos: the Facebook group "Grybautojai" 

Before you go mushroom picking, check where parking is available Nida. Please also note that in the Curonian Spit National Park it is forbidden to enter the forest and drive motor vehicles through it.

Mushroom picking is allowed everywhere, except in Grobšto and Nagliai Nature Reserves. The exception applies to persons who have declared their place of residence in the municipality of Neringa, who will be able to pick mushrooms and berries in nature reserves from 1 September to 30 November.

Autumn hikes in the Curonian Spit are special for their tranquillity and unforgettable views. The forests and dunes are bathed in warm autumn colours, the air is crisp and the paths are almost empty, allowing you to enjoy the fresh air and the closeness of nature without the hustle and bustle of tourists. In and around Nida, you'll find many hiking trails through beautiful forests, dunes and the seaside. Some of our recommendations for hiking in Nida:

As you follow the route, you will see and understand how different they can be: the highest and the smoothest, the white and the grey, the natural or the man-made... This recognisable and seemingly familiar feature is in fact still unknown to many - so let's go on a journey. Click here for the route:

It is particularly suitable for autumn visits, as you will pass a birdwatching tower along the route, from which it is interesting to observe birds preparing for migration. You will also see the Horse Horn Lighthouse and a panorama of the Dead Dunes. You'll hike along the beach, where you'll admire spectacular sandy cliffs that you won't see anywhere else in Neringa! The route is 5 kilometres long and has plenty of resting places - from benches to a wooden deckchair that can accommodate the whole family - so it's easy to do with children. A detailed route plan can be found here:

Another route that will reveal the colours of autumn nature and spectacular landscapes - and that's what you want to do on a holiday in Nida in autumn, isn't it? You will visit the foot of the Urbs Hill, which is awe-inspiring in its natural grandeur, climb the 53m-high Preila dune, and take a break at the Pervalka Lighthouse, where you will be enveloped by the cry of seagulls, the smell of water and the rhythmic battle of waves. And finally, one of the most beautiful panoramas of the Curonian Spit - the enchanting views from Avikalnis.

The Curonian Spit is ideal for longer or shorter cycling trips, with trails linking all the Curonian Spit settlements and passing through picturesque landscapes. There are no major climbs or hills, and there are places where you can stop for a breather, making it suitable for less frequent riders too. And now you can also take the country's longest, renovated 22-kilometre cycle path from Juodkrante to Pervalka, Preila and the sea. In total, the Curonian Spit National Park has about 50 kilometres of hiking and cycling trails.

Photo: lrt.lt

Perhaps the best way to enjoy active leisure, admire the Curonian Spit and visit its most interesting places is to go on a cycling trip. Here's where to find bike rental points in Curonian Spit. Please note that the bicycle rental points are open during the high season from April to November.

Bicycle rental points in Curonian Spit:

• "Velo Nida" in Nida, address: 18E Naglių g., Nida (near the bus station), tel.: +370 682 14798
• "Bicycle for you" in Nida, Taikos g. 5, Nida (by the police), tel.: +370 686 07473
• "Dviratis Jums" in Nida, Taikos g. 11, Nida, tel.: +370 611 59187
• Near the café "VERO CAFE" in Nida, address: 31A Naglių g., Nida, tel.: +370 614 42218
• At the sculpture of V. Kernagis in Nida, address: pamario g. 2A, Nida, tel.: +370 686 07473
• At the Preila bus stop, address: 45, Preilos g., Preila, tel.: +370 699 21753
• At the hotel "Vila Flora" in Juodkrante, address: 6, L. Reza St., Juodkrante, tel.: +370 682 14798

As autumn envelops Nida in its golden colours, there is more to discover besides mushroom picking and long walks. Whether you're looking for quiet nature spots or cultural attractions, Nida has something to offer every visitor. To make the most of your stay, take a look at our selection of the top 10 places to visit in Nida while exploring this enchanting corner of nature.

Nida's museums offer cultural events, education and interactive activities, even in the low season - visit them to find activities to suit all weather conditions.

Even if you've been here before, the programmes and performances are constantly updated and changed. Playful, plastic Dolphin show will bring good emotions, and the natural behaviour of the animals revealed in the performances will become an engaging education. In addition to the dolphin shows, you will also find a museum where you can see and learn about something you won't find anywhere else in Lithuania: 25 aquariums with eye-catching coral reefs, colourful fish species, seals, northern sea lions, penguins, the history of shipping and a collection of marine mollusc shells. You can also visit the modern escape room, full of extreme experiences.

Visit the Nida Community House to see and experience the internationally acclaimed virtual reality project "Angel Trails". The creators of the film have subtly and tastefully recreated as many as 60 paintings by M. K. Čiurlionis in a three-dimensional space - with a symphonic poem and fragments appearing from the paintings. Meanwhile, the participants, with the help of virtual reality, seem to embody an angel floating through the otherworld, contemplating the mysteries of Life and Death, until they finally merge with the Universe. Visitors will agree that this is a unique, but very gentle and pleasant experience.

Address: Taikos g. 17, Nida, 93121 Neringa municipality, Lithuania

Visit the museum in the house of the writer Th. Mann, where you can learn not only about his life, but also about life in the Curonian Spit in general, read photographs and watch a documentary film about the writer.

See, try and understand the whole process of amber working for yourself - the museum has an old amber workshop where amber working classes are held. You will be able to try out some of the tools for yourself, and you can also choose a piece of amber you like and, with the help of the museum staff and the tools provided, polish it, work it properly and make yourself an amber amulet.

Autumn in Nida is the time when the true beauty and tranquillity of nature is revealed in this unique place. Away from the hustle and bustle of tourists, peacefully strolling through the colourful forests and dunes, enjoying the delights of autumn and an immersive cultural experience. This is the perfect time to discover the beauty of Nida in a different way - quietly, authentically and with a deep breath of the fresh autumn air. So if you're looking for things to do in Nida in autumn, this season is sure to become your favourite time to relax!