When people think of Lithuania, dense, mystical forests often come to mind. While Lithuania does have forests, it ranks only 20th in Europe for forest cover. However, by law, you can roam freely in every forest, even privately owned ones. And the country’s natural beauty extends far beyond just its forests.
Lithuania is a paradise for water lovers, ranking 5th in Europe with 6,000 lakes—about one lake per 450 Lithuanians. From wild swimming to kayaking, there are countless water-based activities to enjoy. The country’s stunning coastline, including the UNESCO-listed Curonian Spit peninsula, offers plenty of seaside fun. It’s the perfect place to embrace work-life balance while exploring nature’s beauty.
When you talk about living and working in Lithuania, the word ‘fun’ should be front and center. In fact, the country ranks as the happiest place in the world for the all important Gen Z group. As you can well imagine, this statistic, from the Oxford Wellbeing Institute’s 2024 World Happiness Report, has been the cause of much pride locally.
But it’s not just the locals and world-famous statisticians that are singing the country’s praises. A recent article from CNBC carries the success story of US-born Bernard Meyer, who’s built a successful international tech career in Lithuania. And above and beyond the great career opportunities he sees around him, he was quick to emphasize the great work-life balance in Lithuania. This is echoed by other professionals who have relocated to Lithuania. And it’s here that we will return to the idea of outdoor activities. After all, how do the locals, and the many foreigners flocking here to kickstart their international careers, like to enjoy the riches of their work-life balance in Lithuania? By exploring many of the amazing ways to get active in Lithuania’s rich and diverse nature.
