The Lithuanian National Museum has announced a public competition to find a contractor for the finalization of the southeastern part of Gediminas Hill’s renovation. A smooth procurement process would allow the implementation of the first phase of the long-term Gediminas Hill renovation project to start this spring. 

The long-term renovation works would commence in the southeastern part of the hill, which is in the most complex condition – signs of emergency are evident in the southeastern slope and the remains of the Upper Castle’s palace. The goal of the planned works is to stabilize the slope, improve the rainwater drainage system, install grass covering and irrigation system, reinforce the wall and foundations of the Upper Castle’s palace remains. Parts of the main path to Gediminas Hill, which has been closed to visitors since 2017, will be renovated and archaeological artifacts discovered during excavations will be reinforced and highlighted. 

Upon completion of the planned works, the southeastern slope (covering an area of ​​about 5 thousand square meters), the foundations of part of the southeastern defensive wall (an 80-meter section), and the remains of the Upper Castle’s palace (occupying about 670 square meters) would be fully renovated. 

The Lithuanian National Museum awaits supplier proposals until February 22. Procurement documents can be found: [link here]. 

Upon completion of these works, the second phase of long-term renovation works on Gediminas Hill would await, which would encompass the remaining undeveloped slopes. The approximate area of ​​them is 29 thousand square meters. 

Gediminas Hill – Stable 

Currently, the condition of Gediminas Hill is relatively stable, dependent on weather conditions. As the snow melts and spring approaches, the condition of the hill may deteriorate due to the water volume; however, a monitoring system installed on the hill, operational 24/7, allows for early detection of any changes. Sensors installed on all slopes of the hill record ground changes with millimeter precision. 

The museum has entered a long-term emergency works agreement, enabling an immediate response to any changes occurring on Gediminas Hill. 

The long-term stability of the entire hill will only be ensured once the construction works are started according to the final renovation project.