Varėna Song Valley

Varėnos Pirmasis tvenkinys is a pond in the northern part of Varėna, in the valley of Derėžnyčia, a tributary of Merkys, located 5.3 km from its mouth. Its length from east to west is 2.55 km, and the width up to 0.45 km. There is a 0.19 ha island. The altitude is 112 m. The shores are high and very winding. The banks are covered with forest (Varėnos I and Varėnos II forests) and sandy. On the peninsula extending from the north stands Girežerio hillfort. Directly upstream lies Varėnos II pond. The water is used for household needs and irrigation. Varėnos Pirmasis tvenkinys is a popular recreation spot for the residents of Varėna, with several beaches established, and on the peninsula extending from the south, Dainų slėnis was founded. Flow rate: