Andrioniškis lies ten kilometres northwest of Anykščiai on the right bank of the Šventoji, near the mouths of its right-bank tributaries, the Grieža and Vadaksta. The river also shapes the choice of activities: a canoe route starts at the town’s bridge, while longer waterways pass through Andrioniškis and connect to other destinations. When planning your trip, it is worth distinguishing between these different route lengths.
Canoeing on the Šventoji
The canoe route in Anykščiai District starts at the Andrioniškis bridge and runs for approximately ten kilometres towards Anykščiai. Along this stretch, you can enjoy views of the Elmė Landscape Reserve. Check local water conditions before setting off and factor them into your plans.
A longer recreational water route also passes through Andrioniškis, connecting the area around Luodis with Anykščiai and Kavarskas. It is considered suitable for families with children, although conditions may vary on a particular trip. This gives you two distinct options: a roughly ten-kilometre leg towards Anykščiai and a more extensive route through the region.
The Šventoji water tourism route has 20 landing points near campsites and places of interest. Signs indicate distances and directions. Campsites along the route provide shelters, fire pits and toilets. As maintenance work or seasonal conditions may affect the facilities, check local conditions before your trip.
A paddling route associated with Andrioniškis can also include visits to the treetop walkway, Puntukas Stone and the Vetygala outcrop. Access to these destinations may vary by season. When planning your trip, take into account both river conditions and visiting opportunities at each stop.
When looking for a holiday apartment, it may help to decide first what you want to focus on during your outing: the shorter canoe route heads towards Anykščiai, while the longer water route also connects the area around Luodis with Kavarskas. This makes it easier to assess which experiences you want to shape your stay in Andrioniškis, without treating the two routes as the same.
Cycling route and local history
There is also a route on land through Andrioniškis: the Jono Biliūnas Cycle Route passes through the town between the Horse Museum and Anykščiai. St Peter and Paul’s Church is cited as a landmark along the route. Built in 1935, it houses a painting of Saint Bartholomew. If you are interested in the connection between regional history and architecture, this offers a specific cultural point of interest alongside the waterways.
Summer events by the river
Summer events by the river include Joninės and end-of-season celebrations. Specific offerings may change from year to year, so check the dates for your planned visit. The event “Girios mena partizanų kovas” also explores a local history topic: at a July event, historians discussed the partisan resistance in the area and the construction of shelters. These cultural themes complement the water activities and cycle route with an insight into the town’s history.
Discover more destinations: Svėdasai, Skiemonys, Rubikiai, Kurkliai.
View the broader travel overview: Anykščiai District Municipality.
