Location: L. Rėzos st, Juodkrantė
Since the old times, the ancient pagan festival of the summer solstice - or more recently known as St John’s Day - was celebrated on the Hill of Witches, formerly known as the Hill of Eve or the Hill of John. A memorable trail of 71 oak sculptures was carved during summers of 1979–1981, when wood carving craftsmen from all over Lithuania (mostly from Samogitia, the western part of the country) gathered in Neringa to establish this unique collection of folk artefacts and mythical figures of Lithuanian pagan folklore.
The mystic world of witches, imps, goblins and giants have been mesmerising the imaginations of visitors big and small for decades. The trail has become a highlight of many holidaymakers, especially those with children. In 1988 sculptors added 12 more creations, mainly of interactive, playful kind, including swings, slides, and thrones to sit on. During 1999 to 2002, the outdoor exhibit was further expanded as part of Neringa’s numerous artists’ conventions.