1. Cruise Shipping in Klaipeda

2. Lithuania Lithuania is the largest of the three Baltic States in terms of population and territory Territory : 65.300 sq km – (larger than Belgium, Denmark, the Netherlands and Switzerland). Population : 3.0 million. Capital city : Vilnius

3. Klaipeda Klaipeda - the third largest city of Lithuania Population : over 160 000 Area : 98 sq km.

4. Klaipeda PORT Convenient geographical location: northernmost ice-free. Annual capacity - 60 mln. t of cargo. Multipurpose: all types of cargo handled. Deep-water: port entrance -15 m. fairways -14.5 m. Flexible port dues discount system (discounts for multiple calls). The port can accommodate vessels up to 315 m in length and 13.5 m max. draught. Size of vessels which can enter the Port: - dry cargo vessels - 100,000 DWT - tanker vessels - 165,000 DWT - Containerships – 6000 TEU.

5. Statistics: Cruise Calls and Passengers During 2003 -2007 there has been a remarkable growth in the number of cruise passengers - from nearly 9.000 to over 36.000 passengers respectively, which represents an increase of almost 400 %.

6. Port dues (in EURO) = gross tonnage x tariff PORT DUES (collected by the State)

7. TARIFFS OF SERVICES (collected by the Cruise Terminal operator) L - max vessel length; B - max vessel width; T - max vessel summer draft. Other services Agency fee – negotiable Tugboat hire = 0,094 x GT

8. Klaipeda Region Sights to See

9. Klaipeda Klaipeda is known for: Central Theatre Square and Amber Market Fachwerk Style Old Town Sea Museum and Dolphinarium Old Castle Museum Clock and Watch Museum

10. Curonian Spit The Curonian Spit is a place of unique nature and ancient local culture, shaped by the highest sand dunes in Northern Europe. Nida and Juodkrante, small resorts on the Spit, unveil the distinctive architecture of fisherman’s farmsteads. The Curonian Spit is included in the UNESCO World Heritage List.

11. Palanga Palanga is the country’s largest resort and is situated 26 km north of Klaipeda. This resort town welcomes visitors to: The largest Amber Museum in the Baltic States Botanical Gardens Neo-Gothic Church Palanga Pier Pedestrian Boulevard

12. Lithuanian Village Life A visit to Lithuanian farmsteads is a unique opportunity to: meet local people participate in local festivities enjoy traditional cuisine

13. A Return to the Cold War The Soviet Nuclear Weapon Site is located in Zemaitija National Park. It was built under the Soviet regime in great secrecy in 1960. The nuclear missiles were targeted at the largest European cities. Now this old Soviet launch site opens its grim corridors and tunnels for guided tours.

14. Expanding Sights Waterfront Project SEAGATE Waterfront project SEAGATE, located on the Dane River estuary. In the territory of the former ship repair yard near historical downtown Klaipeda, the waterfront is being reconstructed to preserve the maritime heritage, and to offer entertainment and leisure activities for visitors.

15. Cruise shipping Infrastructure Cruise Vessel Terminal. Location - the downtown. Area - 1.2 ha. Vessels with the length of 315 m and the draught of 8.5 m are able to moor at the terminal. All services provided (incl. free shuttle bus);

16. Cruise shipping Infrastructure Passenger and Cargo Terminal. Location - central part of port. It can simultaneously serve 3 vessels: cruise ships, passenger and/or ro-pax ferries. The annual capacity - over 0,5 mln passengers. The water depth alongside the terminal -12,5 m.

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