Map of Lithuania – Counties, Cities & Location Guide
Explore Lithuania with this interactive map showing Vilnius, Kaunas, Klaipėda, the Baltic Sea coast and the country's main roads, rivers and towns. Zoom in to locate historic centres, national parks, lakes and landmarks, or zoom out to compare Lithuania with its Baltic neighbours.
Lithuania is a Baltic country in northeastern Europe. Its landscape combines lowlands, forests, lakes, river valleys and a short Baltic coastline. Its capital, Vilnius, lies in the southeast, while Klaipėda is the main seaport in the west.
Lithuania borders Latvia, Belarus, Poland and Russia's Kaliningrad region, and faces the Baltic Sea to the west. Vilnius is the capital. The country has 10 counties and 60 municipalities; major cities include Kaunas and Klaipėda.
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Where Is Lithuania Located?
Lithuania is the southernmost of the three Baltic states. Latvia is to the north; Belarus is to the east and southeast; Poland is to the southwest; and Kaliningrad, a Russian exclave, is to the southwest and west. The Baltic Sea forms part of its western boundary.
Most of Lithuania consists of relatively gentle terrain rather than high mountains. The Nemunas River crosses the country and reaches the Baltic through a delta. Forests, wetlands and lakes are especially noticeable on regional maps of the east and south.
Lithuania's Counties and Major Cities
Lithuania has 10 administrative counties. The table identifies each county and a useful city or town to locate on the map; these are not a ranking of their size.
| County | Map reference |
|---|---|
| Vilnius | Vilnius, national capital and historic Old Town |
| Kaunas | Kaunas, a major inland city at two rivers |
| Klaipėda | Klaipėda, Baltic port and ferry connections |
| Šiauliai | Šiauliai, northern Lithuania |
| Panevėžys | Panevėžys, northern-central Lithuania |
| Alytus | Alytus and southern forest regions |
| Marijampolė | Marijampolė, southwestern Lithuania |
| Tauragė | Tauragė and western inland districts |
| Telšiai | Telšiai, in the Samogitia region |
| Utena | Utena and northeastern lake country |
Administrative counties are different from Lithuania's five traditional ethnographic regions: Aukštaitija, Žemaitija (Samogitia), Dzūkija, Suvalkija and Lithuania Minor. Their cultural boundaries do not precisely follow county lines.
Landmarks and Natural Areas to Find
- Vilnius Old Town: Historic streets, churches and squares in the capital.
- Trakai Castle: A distinctive island castle west of Vilnius.
- Kaunas: Known for interwar architecture, historic neighbourhoods and riverfront areas.
- Curonian Spit: A narrow sandy peninsula with dunes, forests and settlements such as Nida; it is shared with Russia.
- Hill of Crosses: A pilgrimage site near Šiauliai.
- Aukštaitija National Park: Lakes, woodland and villages in northeastern Lithuania.
For a country-wide view, the coastline and large cities are easiest to identify first. Zooming in reveals smaller settlements and the routes connecting the landmarks.
Road, Rail and Coastal Connections
Major roads connect Vilnius, Kaunas and Klaipėda, while routes north lead toward Latvia and south toward Poland. Rail services link important Lithuanian cities, although routes, frequencies and cross-border options can change. Klaipėda provides port services, and Vilnius and Kaunas have airports. Use current operators' information for travel planning rather than relying solely on the map.
What the Lithuania Map Can Help You Explore
- Compare the locations of Vilnius, Kaunas, Klaipėda and other major towns.
- Follow the Baltic coastline and identify the Curonian Lagoon and Curonian Spit.
- Understand how the Nemunas River connects inland areas with the west.
- Find broad forest and lake regions away from the largest cities.
- See Lithuania’s position between Poland, Latvia, Belarus and Kaliningrad.
For a closer look at individual places, zoom to the town or attraction and inspect the road network. At country scale, minor roads, local administrative boundaries and smaller landmarks may not appear until you zoom in. Border markings on general-purpose digital maps are simplified and should not be treated as legal boundary evidence.
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Lithuania Map FAQs
Where is Lithuania on the world map?
Lithuania is in northeastern Europe, on the southeastern shore of the Baltic Sea.
What is Lithuania's capital?
Vilnius, in the southeast of the country, is the capital and a major cultural centre.
Which countries border Lithuania?
Latvia, Belarus, Poland and Russia's Kaliningrad region.
How many counties does Lithuania have?
There are 10 counties and 60 municipalities.
Does Lithuania have a coastline?
Yes. Its Baltic Sea coastline includes Klaipėda and part of the Curonian Spit.
Is Lithuania one of the Baltic states?
Yes. Lithuania, Latvia and Estonia are commonly called the Baltic states.
Can this map provide live driving directions?
No. It is a geographic reference map, not a live navigation or traffic service.
Disclaimer
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