Pilaitės hillfort, Archaeological site and hillfort in Vilnius City Municipality, Lithuania.
The fortified structure stands on elevated terrain near Salotė Lake, featuring defensive earthworks and remnants of ancient settlement patterns.
Archaeological evidence indicates that this defensive fortification operated during the medieval period, serving as a strategic point for monitoring western approaches to Vilnius.
The hillfort represents early Lithuanian military architecture and contains artifacts that document the daily practices of medieval Baltic communities.
Visitors can reach the site through marked forest paths from central Vilnius, with educational panels explaining the archaeological discoveries and historical context.
The location provides views over two lakes, Salotė and Gėlužis, while connecting to an ancient network of defensive positions around medieval Vilnius.
Location: Vilnius City Municipality
GPS coordinates: 54.70381,25.19393
Latest update: September 25, 2025 07:40
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