Weed in Kaunas, Lithuania: A Simple Story

Hi there! This is a story about a trip to Kaunas, Lithuania, where I learned some interesting things about cannabis, or in other words weed or ganja. It’s a magic plant that people use to feel relaxed or happy. But in Kaunas, it’s not so easy to find, and there are some important rules about it.

I just got back from Kaunas a week ago, now smoking a big joint of pineapple weed strain, reminding me of that cool time I had in Kaunas — thanks in part to the weed that accompanied me on my adventures.

Cannabis Laws in Lithuania: What You Need to Know

First things first, it’s important to understand that high-THC cannabis is illegal in Kaunas. Unlike in Amsterdam, you won’t find any coffee shops selling potent marijuana strains. While medical cannabis is available, it’s typically low in THC and won’t give you the high you might be looking for.

During my stay, I met a local named Fred in the hotel bar. He’s lived in Kaunas for a while and knows a lot about the cannabis scene. According to him, while the official regulations are strict, enforcement isn’t always so rigid in practice.

How the Cannabis Law Is Enforced in Kaunas

Technically, any cannabis product with more than 1% THC is illegal in Kaunas. However, Fred explained that the police tend to be relatively relaxed when it comes to cannabis in Kaunas, especially with tourists.

If you’re caught with a small amount — less than 10 grams of weed or 5 grams of hash — you’re unlikely to face serious consequences. The police might confiscate your weed, but it’s unlikely you’ll get into much trouble as long as you’re discreet.

What Do People in Kaunas Think About Weed?

Even though weed is against the rules, a lot of people in Kaunas don’t mind it too much. They just think you should be polite and not smoke it in front of everyone.

When I was in Kaunas, Fred invited me to a small party with some friends. They had some weed and played PS5, and everyone seemed okay with it as long as we were indoors and respectful. How lucky I was😁 Fred told he will be my weed dealer while I am here in Kaunas so I had no issues with great stuff all that time.

Where to buy weed in Kaunas

Fred shared his experience on the weed purchase process in Kaunas. As he said - big dealers purchase everything via darknet - there are services or “onion sites” like DrChronic or Bitpharma where they purchase big portions (via Tor browser and crypto) or cooperate with local cannabis growers.

After that they simply resell weed to tourists and locals in Kaunas. In fact you may also go this way, while for tourists this is usually not acceptable - you need to know how do onion sites and Tor browsers work, have corresponding accounts on darknet websites, too long to wait for your package (2 - 7 days), high risks at all steps of this chain, etc etc.

But if you are just visiting Kaunas for several days (or up to 2 weeks) and need some weed - dealing with wholesale darknet websites looks like not the best way to spend your time. This is the point where local dealers rush into this game. But if you think you can easily find street dealers with good stuff nowadays - do not hurry so much, the situation with weed in Kaunas has changed already.

Now dealers switched to another approach - you simply find their messenger contacts from someone who purchased weed in Kaunas already or on some forum comments, choose stuff from menu, discuss drop off area (this may be some hotel or approximate area), after you pay in crypto (yes, now this is #1 payment option for all “dark” payments) - and stuff gets delivered and dropped where you agree. Package with weed is usually masked, you get a photo and coordinates where to pick up your stuff. As a result - no official payments and no meetings in person (you choose just the approximate package drop area, not the exact place where you meet) - so both you and the dealer stay secure and anonymous. This was a little surprise for me, at home I simply buy directly from my trusted dealer via cache, but we have what we have. How happy I was that I met Fred so I do not need to go through all this 🙂

Cannabis in Kaunas: Frequently Asked Questions

Is high-THC weed illegal in Kaunas?

Yes, non-medical cannabis is regulated and restricted, but the police tend to be lenient with tourists carrying less than 10 grams.

What happens if you get caught with cannabis in Kaunas?

It depends on the situation. If the police suspect you’re a dealer, you could face serious consequences. However, tourists with small amounts of cannabis are generally left alone.

Can you still find cannabis the old-school way in Kaunas?

Yes, though it’s becoming less common. While many dealers have shifted to online sales, searching in parks or asking taxi drivers might still work.

Can I find high quality weed or hash in Kaunas?

Yes, while quality varies from dealer to dealer.

Can I find hash in Kaunas?

Yes, a lot of dealers sell both weed and hash, so hash is also popular and can be found in Kaunas. Not all dealers have it, but it is still rather popular.

What is the price for weed and hash in Kaunas?

Prices vary from dealer to dealer and usually depend on stuff quality and dealer’s greediness 😂From what I saw - super high quality weed may go up to €20 - €25 per 1 gram (while the more you buy - the lower price you get), and high quality hash was around €30 - €35 per 1 gram. Have not purchased low quality weed in Kaunas so do not know the prices, but should be lower.

Five random facts about cannabis

1. Cannabis Goes Back At Least 12,000 Years

This means that cannabis is one of mankind’s oldest crops, according to the book Marihuana: The First Twelve Thousand Years by E. L. Abel.

2. LA Is Weed Wonderland

Los Angeles, aside from being the city of stars, has more marijuana dispensaries than Starbucks. Welcome to LaLa Land.

3. Psychoactive Compound

The primary psychoactive compound in cannabis is THC (tetrahydrocannabinol), responsible for the "high" sensation

4. Medical Use

Cannabis is used to treat a variety of medical conditions, including chronic pain, epilepsy, multiple sclerosis, and chemotherapy-induced nausea.

5. Cultural Impact

Cannabis has significantly influenced music, particularly jazz, reggae, and hip-hop cultures.