To break free from routine for a while, there is no better place than a quiet and green haven of the Mill Park. Until 2017, the place was known as the Trinyčiai Park. It is one of the most picturesque corners of Klaipėda with its key highlight – the Mill Pond installed next to the building of the old mill.
The oldest part of the park was mentioned first as early as the 16th century, when the pond was formed by damming a branch of the Danė River. The mill, standing on the corner of Bangų Street and Gluosnių Lane, still bears witness to the origin of the place. In the 18th century, the Joniškės, Būtsargiai and Justenhof manors were building up around it.
Later, when the Trinyčiai factory began operating nearby, the pond was nicknamed ‘Trinyčiai Lake’ and so the park ‘acquired’ the name ‘Trinyčiai Park’ as well.
Today, a bike lane winds in the park, as well as children’s playgrounds, swings and picnic areas are installed. The Blossom sculpture (author Jurgis Malinauskas) stands by the pond, marking the geographical city centre that was once there.
The Mill Park is like a leisurely respite of the city, full of greenery, history and a calm rhythm.
Stop by – time in the city flows differently here.