Klaipėda County (Curonian Spit), Lithuania • Baltic Sea

Nida Beach (Curonian Spit)

Voted among the cleanest and most scenic beaches in Europe, backed by pine forests and the monumental 52-meter shifting Parnidis Dune on the UNESCO Curonian Spit.

Nida Beach (Curonian Spit) in Klaipėda County (Curonian Spit), Lithuania

Photo: Mike like0708 (CC BY-SA 4.0) · Wikimedia Commons source

Local Notes & Setting

  • Walk to the summit of Parnidis Dune to see the massive stone sundial and views across the Russian border
  • Visit Nobel laureate Thomas Mann's summer cottage overlooking the tranquil Curonian Lagoon
  • Search for natural Baltic amber ('Lithuanian gold') washed ashore after sea storms

Water & Beach Specifications

Peak Summer Sea Temp 19.4°C (Peak Air: 22°C)
Monthly Sea Temps (May–Oct) May: 11.8°C · Jun: 16.5°C · Jul: 18.9°C · Aug: 19.4°C · Sep: 16.2°C · Oct: 11.8°C
Best Months June, July, August
Sand & Shoreline Fine White Sand • Shallow & Gentle
Water Clarity Turquoise (Clarity: 4.8/5 • Scenery: 4.25/5)
Daily Cost Guide €35/day (Sunbeds: €10)
Coordinates 55.3°N, 20.9833°E

Explore complete 12-month NOAA climatology curves for this coastline in our Lithuania Sea Temperature Guide →

Amenities

Watersports: Active
Naturist: Designated / Tolerated
Free Parking: Available
Bathrooms: Available
Showers: Available
Food / Tavernas: Available
Good for Kids: Safe Entry
Lifeguard: Seasonal Duty
Sunbed Rentals: Available
Natural Shade: Present
Wheelchair Accessible: Accessible

Nearest Airport & Transit Gateway

INTL · 40m drive

Convenient highway or local transit access across Klaipėda County (Curonian Spit), Lithuania.

Frequently Asked Questions about Nida Beach (Curonian Spit)

What is the water temperature at Nida Beach (Curonian Spit)?

The peak summer sea surface temperature at Nida Beach (Curonian Spit) averages 19.4°C (67°F), based on 30-year NOAA OISST satellite climatology.

What type of coast or sand is Nida Beach (Curonian Spit)?

Nida Beach (Curonian Spit) is classified as a fine white sand shoreline located in Klaipėda County (Curonian Spit), Lithuania.

Is Nida Beach (Curonian Spit) good for families with kids?

Yes, Nida Beach (Curonian Spit) is suitable for families and children with manageable water entry.

Are there parking and facilities at Nida Beach (Curonian Spit)?

Free parking is available. Restroom facilities are present.

More Beaches in Lithuania

Warmest European Beaches this Season