Historical heritage, vibrant culture and natural beauty. These are the three main components that define Lithuaniaa country with a certain Spanish connection despite the thousands of kilometers that separate them. Very few people know that this Baltic country has its own state … Camino de Santiago section: The Lithuanian Way was recognized in 2017 as a cultural path by the Council of EuropeIt connects to the Polish Way and allows pilgrims to continue on their way to Santiago de Compostela.
What is also unknown to many is that VilniusIts main city is European Christmas Capital 2025a recognition that has been granted before Network of Christmas Cities in the European Parliament For its ability to combine tradition and innovation. In this way, it becomes an essential destination to visit during the Christmas season.
No wonder. World famous b Christmas tree in Cathedral Square (Recognized on several occasions as the most beautiful in the world), Vilnius offers “a Christmas experience full of history and modern creativity. The ancient city, declared a World Heritage Site by UNESCO“It becomes a winter wonderland, with cobblestone streets lit up with warm festive lights,” according to the judges.
This time, the Vilnius Christmas Tree, a stunning 205 square meter natural fir, adopts a traditional aesthetic in red and gold tones, evoking a growing desire for nostalgia and authenticity during the holidays. Contains 25,000 warm white LED lights and 400 decorations.
Inauguration of the Christmas tree in Vilnius on November 29
Admiration is made possible thanks to the 3-meter-high and 17-meter-wide observation platform specially designed for this purpose. Next, it’s time to explore Christmas market area, as the Cathedral Square is the nerve center of these celebrations.
It has a Christmas market 48 log cabins It is arranged like a promenade where local shops and artisans offer a variety of delicacies, such as brightly colored sweets, gingerbread and mulled wine. It’s perfect for purchasing unique Christmas gifts made by artists and artisans such as scented candles, amber jewelry or handcrafted wooden toys.
Street decorated with Christmas lights
Other festive attractions in the square are Two-story Christmas carousel10 meters high, made by Italian craftsmen in the traditional style; the Ice skating rink on City Hall Square and Christmas trainWhich takes visitors on a 20-minute tour through the sparkling streets of the Old City.
Special day
Christmas 2025 is very special for Lithuania’s capital for two reasons. The first is that something else has been added to this well-deserved distinction of European Christmas Capital 2025: Vilnius is the green capital of Europe. The second is that the city is launching a new Christmas tradition.
And December 13 will be when the capital transforms into a place just for kids with a wide range of special activities designed to conjure the magic of Christmas through the eyes of a 5-year-old.
On that day, everything will be subject to a real and special currency created for this moment which must be purchased in Christmas piggy banks that will be installed in branches of the Christmas Bank, specially created in different places in the city. This currency can be spent at any of the partner institutions participating in the initiative.
Ice skating rink from last year
Moreover, in the heart of the city Constantinas Servida Square It will be transformed into a real Christmas fairy tale for children, where 144 Christmas trees will be installed, one for each foreign community living in the city. Visitors can also enjoy a Christmas train, swing on a carousel, enjoy guided tours, ice skating, or watch a Christmas choir sing, among other activities.