#554 European Rank Blue Flag Certified
Smiltynė Beach
Curonian Spit, Klaipėda, Lithuania•Baltic Sea• Best Season: June, July, August
Photo: Lee Vilenski (CC BY-SA 4.0) · Wikimedia Commons source
EDITORIAL SCORE
4.25/ 5.0
SEA TEMPERATURE
18.9°C
August 30-year average
DAILY BUDGET
€35/day
SAND & SHORELINE
Fine White Sand
Gradual Drop
Sea Temperature by Month
30-year monthly averages for Curonian Spit, Klaipėda · NOAA satellite dataSwipe 12 months ⇄
Refreshing Plunge
Jan
3.7°C
Air 13°C
Feb
2.3°C
Air 14°C
Mar
2.5°C
Air 16°C
Apr
5.1°C
Air 19°C
May
9.6°C
Air 22°C
Jun
14.2°C
Air 25°C
Jul
17.8°C
Air 27°C
Peak
Aug
18.9°C
Air 27°C
Sep
16.2°C
Air 25°C
Oct
12.4°C
Air 22°C
Nov
8.9°C
Air 18°C
Dec
6.0°C
Air 15°C
Swimmability Window · NOAA Climatology
Peak 18.9°C in August · cold-water plunge / wetsuit season
30-year NOAA satellite climatological mean (1991–2020).Explore all Lithuania Sea Temperatures
Score Breakdown
Scenery & Setting4.7 / 5
Water Clarity & Cleanliness4.5 / 5
Sand & Shoreline Quality4.9 / 5
Atmosphere & Safety4.6 / 5
Accessibility & Entry Ease4.5 / 5
Affordability & Fair Pricing4.6 / 5
About Smiltynė Beach
Step off the Klaipėda ferry onto the UNESCO Curonian Spit: white Baltic sand beneath a wall of forested dunes.
Key Beach Facts
Official Records•Access: Passenger ferry across Klaipėda lagoon followed by a forest walk or bike trail through the spit
•Protected Status / Environment: Curonian Spit UNESCO World Heritage Site & Kuršių Nerija National Park; Blue Flag certified
•Notable Feature: Broad white sand dunes backed by coastal pine forests adjacent to the Kopgalis sea fortress and maritime museum
Amenities & Facilities
Bathrooms
NoShowers
NoFree Parking
YesFood / Tavernas
YesGood for Kids
NoDog Friendly
YesLifeguard on Duty
NoSunbed & Umbrella Rentals
NoNatural Cliff/Pine Shade
YesWheelchair Accessible
NoSnorkeling & Watersports
YesNudist / FKK Friendly
NoGetting There & Local Notes
Getting there:
Located near Curonian Spit, Klaipėda. Accessible via regional coastal roads (55.710°N, 21.100°E).
•Gently shelving, with lifeguards in season.
•The northern tip of the UNESCO Curonian Spit, a ferry ride from Klaipėda.
Nearest Airport & Transit Gateway
INTL · 40m driveConvenient highway or local transit access across Curonian Spit, Klaipėda, Lithuania.
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Frequently Asked Questions about Smiltynė Beach
What is the water temperature at Smiltynė Beach?
The peak summer sea surface temperature at Smiltynė Beach averages 18.9°C (66°F), based on 30-year NOAA satellite climatology.
What type of coast or sand is Smiltynė Beach?
Smiltynė Beach is classified as a fine white sand shoreline located in Curonian Spit, Klaipėda, Lithuania.
Is Smiltynė Beach good for families with kids?
Smiltynė Beach has steeper entry or natural coastal features better suited for confident swimmers.
Are there parking and facilities at Smiltynė Beach?
Free parking is available. No public restrooms directly on-site.
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