Rūdninkai military town construction ahead of schedule

The Rūdninkai military town, located about 23 kilometers south of Vilnius and 35 kilometers from the Belarusian border, is being built at an accelerated pace. Construction is ahead of schedule, allowing the first contingent of German brigade soldiers to arrive as early as this autumn.

This rapid progress means the entire base, spanning 190 hectares, is slated to become fully operational by early 2028. It is designed to accommodate around 5,000 German brigade soldiers and civilian personnel, many of whom will relocate with their families. The majority of the brigade is expected to be transferred by 2026, enabling them to fulfill all planned military tasks by 2027.

The project, a collaborative effort between the state and private companies, is considered a crucial element of the defense cooperation between Lithuania and Germany. The accelerated timeline underscores the strategic importance both nations place on this new military installation.