Kaliningrad and the Kaliningrad region: What to see in a week. Elena Iskhakova's blog Where in Kaliningrad

This is a large list of things to do and attractions in Kaliningrad and the Kaliningrad region. Using it, you can think over and organize your own tour and travel program to the Kaliningrad region. Many points are included in our signature tours (Intensive, Prussian holidays, Full immersion)

Of course, just checking boxes on the list is not an end in itself, try to get into it special region, nature, landscapes of the Kaliningrad region (formerly Koenigsberg and part of East Prussia).

This list will help you choose the places and attractions to visit and things to do. You can also check your level of understanding of Kaliningrad, Königsberg and East Prussia (levels taken from the structure Teutonic Order):

It turned out something like a game where you need to mark and type large quantity points.

Levels of knowledge of Kaliningrad and Koenigsberg

Up to 10 points – Private knight, Novice tourist in Kaliningrad
Up to 30 points – Komtur, experienced traveler of the Kaliningrad region
Up to 50 points – Landkomtur, local resident of Koenig
Up to 70 points – Landmaster, I’ve been living for over ten years
More than 100 points and your own moments - Grand Master of the Order, local local historian-guru

For almost every item, you will find a separate note page on our website.

Museums and attractions of Kaliningrad, Königsberg and East Prussia

Take a walk around the Amalienau district (aka Oktyabrsky). Find about a hundred former German and modern villas of different architecture in Jugendstil and Bauhaus.
Spend 1-2 days in all branches and events of the World Ocean Museum with unique ships and exhibits.
Visit one of the best ethnographic exhibitions in Russia by Hubert Matishek “People of the Sea” by philanthropist Vladimir Ivanovich Shcherbakov in Svetlogorsk.
Visit the Amber Museum, and then thoughtfully visit the branded amber stores in the area and buy amber products, bright and elegant beads or amber rosaries.
Castles of the Teutonic Order. Drive through 20 abandoned castles of Prussia and the Teutonic Order in the Kaliningrad region. Waldau (Nizovye), Georgenburg (Mayovka, near Chernyakhovsk), Insterburg (Chernyakhovsk), Labiau (Polessk), Neuhausen (Gurievsk), Preussisch-Eylau (Bagrationovsk), Tapiau (Gvardeysk), Taplaken (Talpaki), Schaaken (Nekrasovo) , Lauken (Saranskoye), Balga (about 5 kilometers from Znamenka Novaya station between Ladushkin and Mamonovo), Brandenburg (Ushakovo), Gerdauen (Zheleznodorozhny), Gross-Wonsdorf (Kurortnoye), Saalau (Kamenskoye), Kaimen (Zarechye), Kreuzburg (Slavskoe), Ragnit (Neman), Tilsit (Sovetsk), Fischhausen (Primorsk), Friedland (Pravdinsk)
Full day visit to Baltiysk (Former Pillau), the most western city Russia, where Peter 1 visited.
Do sightseeing tour By regional cities connected by the Deima and Pregolya rivers: Polessk, Gvardeysk, Znamensk (Labiau, Tapiau, Velau in East Prussia)
Forts of Koenigsberg. Make a sightseeing tour of all 15 forts of Konigsberg.
Separately visit forts 5 and 11 with a tour - Denhoff, King Friedrich Wilhelm III
Visit the main cathedrals and churches of Königsberg, especially pay attention to the St. Nicholas Convent - Kirchu Judchen.
Walk the route in memory of the great philosopher Immanuel Kant.
Visit the Bagrationovsky district, driving along scenic road Kaliningrad-Mamonovo, and through forests and lakes in the Bagrationovsk district.
Half a day to walk around the Hufen district of Königsberg (the area between Mira Avenue and Borzova Street) and solve riddles along Luisenallee Street (Komsomolskaya Street).
Spend the whole day walking around Svetlogorsk, Prussian-Kaliningrad Switzerland.
Drive to the vintage, dilapidated, but still well-preserved post-World War II village of Zheleznodorozhny (formerly Gerdauen).
Look through books or photos about old Koenigsberg. Then, walking around the city, remember these photographs and compare them with what has survived and been restored and reconstructed.
Visit 3 big cities in the east of the region - Nesterov, Gusev, Chernyakhovsk and places close to them (for example, Tokarevka Bridge), you can try to combine them with the reconstruction of the Battle of Gumbinnen.
Visit the Cathedral and the Kant Museum, and walk around the island of Kneiphof, imagining what this city was like before, studying old photographs and maps and taking pictures in the sculpture park.
Visit the Blindage Museum - one of the real bunkers of the Second World War in the center of Kaliningrad
Take a daytime stroll through the proletarian industrial quarter of Ponart Königsberg (Baltiysky district of Kaliningrad)
Go to the House of Soviets, one of the most avant-garde buildings under the USSR in Kaliningrad. Take a photo next to him. They will rise to the top whenever possible.
Take a tour of the Yantarny plant in the village of Yantarny, take a walk in Becker Park and the wide Baltic sandy shore.
Visit the new castle, restaurant, Nesselbeck brewery in Orlovka, study the instruments of punishment in the museum of torture.
Get acquainted with the history of the city of Königsberg on one of the best sites on the history of East Prussia, see documentaries and video.
Read Tsarist Russia's pre-war guide to Königsberg from 1912 in Russian.
Sign up for one of the excursions from a national guide and immerse yourself in the history of one of the districts of Kaliningrad-Konigsberg
Look at German-Prussian life in the Friedland Gate Museum
Go for the whole day to Sovetsk-Tilsit, on the border with Lithuania, in the Prussian region of Skalovia.
Visit the Kaliningrad Zoo, one of the oldest zoos in Europe. In total there are more than three and a half thousand animals: giraffes, elephants, monkeys, lions, tigers, birds, reptiles, swimming and others.
Inspect the externally surviving and restored Prussian buildings of old Koenigsberg in Kaliningrad: Wrangel Tower, Kronpritz Tower, Gates (Royal, Rossgarten, Bradenburg, Friedland), Stock Exchange building, South Station, barracks of the Wrangel Cuirassier Regiment, bastions (Grolman, Preigel, Observatory, Astronomical ), Amber Manufactory, walk along the Lithuanian shaft, Brewery Ponart in Baltraion.
Go around and take pictures with all the iconic historical and not so significant monuments and sculptures of Kaliningrad, and there are more than 100 of them in Kaliningrad and the region.
Take an excursion to one of the three castles of the Teutonic Order with 8 centuries of history: Waldau Castle, Schaaken Castle or Balga Castle.
Visit the Kaliningrad Historical and Art Museum and become immersed in the history of Prussia and post-war Kaliningrad.
Drive through the places where Napoleon Bonaparte stayed in East Prussia. Visit 6 regional cities and towns where he stayed from 1807 to 1812, houses and attractions associated with him.

Shopping and shops in Kaliningrad and the Kaliningrad region

Arrange periodic long shopping trips on the main shopping centers and the streets of Kaliningrad.
Regularly complete your grocery basket in the three main grocery chains of Kaliningrad, Victoria, Semya and Spar, Vester, and in farmer’s meat, fish, dairy and bakery shops and city fairs.
Buy ceramic souvenirs, colorful brooches, panels, Prussian houses, magnets from local ceramics artists.
Visit a local small town on the weekend swap meet, which is located behind central market in the area of the street Telman
Buy yourself something old Prussian as a souvenir, a beer mug, a bottle, a porcelain figurine, a doll in a couple of antique shops in Kaliningrad.
Buy souvenirs from the Max Price manufactory or books about Konigsberg and Kaliningrad from the Kaliningrad publishing house Zhivem.

Food, restaurants, cafes and food in Kaliningrad

A week-long trip to 7 main breweries in Kaliningrad.
Eat 7 different delicious buns, desserts and pastries in small and large Kaliningrad confectionery shops and coffee shops.
Take a walk around the Central (Zakharovsky, Baltic, Selma) market and buy various local and imported delicacies and delicacies.
Try the cuisine of at least three different local gastronomic enthusiasts and chefs at street food festivals and picnics in Kaliningrad and Svetlogorsk.
Visit best restaurants Kaliningrad for every taste and budget, from the establishments of the Residence of the Kings complex to the Britannica pub.
Try 7 different types fish from the Baltic Sea, the bay and numerous lakes and rivers to choose from: bream, pike perch, cod, eel, herring, perch, flounder, smelt, burbot, catfish.
Drink delicious coffee in coffee shops – Bus Station, Laundry, GS coffeeshop

Active recreation in Kaliningrad and the Kaliningrad region

Drive by full route By Curonian Spit, using the official application from the national park.
Visit the wild Baltic Spit. Walk 10 kilometers forward along the road and back along the beach and vice versa.
Collect crumbs of amber on the Baltic coast after a storm, see how they do it local residents.
Make a descent along the Angrapa River from Ozersk (8-28 km).
Spend the whole day in the Rominten Forest (Red Forest) - a large and beautiful forest on the border with Poland and Lithuania, where the Prussian royal families loved to relax and the grandmasters of the Teutonic Order hunted.
Join the Kaliningrad cycling movement - ride 30-50 km along all roads of Kaliningrad during the day.
Admire the wind turbines near the beach in Kulikovo.
Feel the special atmosphere of a quiet province during an evening or morning walk through one of the 14 historical districts of Königsberg - Kaliningrad (Altstadt, Amalienau, Sackheim, Kalthof, Kneiphof, Lavsken, Löbenicht, Maraunenhof, Ponart, Ratshof, Neuendorf, Haberberg, Hufen, Juditten).
Go to the edge of the Kaliningrad region to Lake Vishtynetskoye, spend the whole day there, sailing on the lake on a boat.
Pick mushrooms and berries in the autumn in the numerous forests of the Kaliningrad region. Key mushroom places: Lublinsky, Baltiysky, Gvardeysky, Znamensky, Svetlogorsk, Red forests, forests in the direction of Mamonovo, Bagrationovsk
Fish by boat in the bays or on the Baltic Sea near Cape Taran in Primorye, on various lakes, reservoirs and rivers of the Kaliningrad region.
Jump on trampolines and climb on the climbing wall at the Amplitude center
Ride horses, go on a horse excursion to stud farms in Kaliningrad and the region.
Spend a day in the safari park-farm Mushkino in the village of Mushkino, Bagrationovsky district, see the zoo of wild animals in natural environment habitats, deer, roe deer, foxes, wild boars, beavers, go hunting, fishing, take a steam bath, play golf.
Take an eco-route in the Polesie region. Explore many different dams, canals, dams and pumping stations.
Go kitesurfing at Kitebeach
Go skiing, snowboarding, and ATVs in the winter at the “Malye Bobry” center in the village of Novo-Gurievskoye
Take a car ride along the secondary roads of the region leading to various farms and small villages; you will see beautiful hills, lakes, forests, small and large farms and villages.
Visit the cemetery sea ships and ships near Baltiysk.
Play paintball in the paintball clubs Western Front, Sturm, Liquidation.
Walk on ecological trail to the singing Big Moss Swamp in the Slavsky District, the largest in the Kaliningrad Region.
Follow one of the large or small scenic trekking routes around the region (5-15 km) along the Baltic coast or through the wide and dense forests of the region.
Go ice skating at the Ice Arena and Lapland in Central Park and roller skating in City Park.
Visit one of the physical education and health centers in Kaliningrad: swim in the pools, work out a muscle, do yoga or fitness.
Kayaking in the Polesie region along the Zayachya and Matrosovka rivers and out into the Curonian Lagoon
Spend an hour behind a racing car at the Leader karting club on the weekend.
Go and see the Masurian Canal and the locks in the Gvardeysk area, which connected the Pregel River and the Masurian Lakes.

Resort holidays, walks and relaxation in Kaliningrad and the Kaliningrad region

Visit in 1 day 4 main resorts of the Kaliningrad region in the resort towns of Zelenogradsk, Svetlogorsk, Yantarnoye, Pionersky.
Walk the Upper and Lower Ponds of Kaliningrad along the entire route in a circle.
Sailing on a tourist boat through the center of Kaliningrad along Pregolya to the port and back, or on a yacht along the entire bay.
Visit the picturesque Baltic coast with steep cliffs in the area of the villages of Otradnoye, Lesnoye and Primorye, Donskoye.
Take a walk in the numerous and picturesque squares and parks of Kaliningrad, read a book or Instagram in the shade of centuries-old trees, feed the birds, have a plein air and paint a landscape.
Visit the Kaliningrad botanical garden and a small arboretum in the city center in spring.
Walk along the embankments along Portovaya Street, look at Sea port, adjustable German railway bridges, various vessels and ships.
Visit one of the local sanatoriums and undergo a series of therapeutic procedures: mud therapy, hydrotherapy.
In the evening, go to the Baltic Sea coast and watch the sunset. Repeat many times from different places.
Spend the whole day lying and swimming on the beach in Yantarny or on the Curonian Spit.
Take a walk around the Fishing Village complex, climb the lighthouse, walk along the Jubilee Bridge, eat and drink coffee and beer in one of the cafe-restaurants of the complex.
View the city from the highest observation points and observation platforms in Kaliningrad.
10-20-30 times go around Lake Poplavok, also known as Khlebnoe, also known as Gemini, in good weather, chatting with friends and family, or listening to music or an audiobook.
Spend the whole day in folk Zelenogradsk (aka Zelik or Kranz) on the beach, or walking along the coast, park and city.

Culture and entertainment in Kaliningrad and the Kaliningrad region

Take part in folk festivities at Herring Day in April and City Day in June, buy something at the fair, have a drink and snack at the food court, listen to a concert of local folk groups and orchestras.
Look at local works at regularly held fairs of Kaliningrad folk art and handmade artists.
Visit main music Festival of the city of Kaliningrad City Jazz, which has already taken place 11 times.
Go to the best performances of leading Russian theaters as part of the Baltic Seasons theater festival.
Watch the autumn fireworks festival in Zelenogradsk on a weekend in the fall.
Participate as an apprentice knight of the Teutonic Order at the Kaup Viking Festival in July in the village of Romanovo.
Go to the IMAX cinema Cinemapark for a blockbuster movie in the Europe Center.
Listen good concert in one of the three main acoustic halls of the Kaliningrad region - the Kaliningrad Philharmonic, Amber Hall in Svetlogorsk, an organ concert in the Cathedral.
Enjoy live sound and voice for the weekend at a jazz concert-party at the Kaliningrad City Jazz club in a London pub.
Watch films from various film festivals at the iconic Zarya cinema.
Visit some wonderful theater performances in each of the 3 main Kaliningrad theaters during the spring or autumn seasons.
Dance at a local party on Fridays and Saturdays, at least in one of the main nightclubs in Kaliningrad, and at the maximum in each: Vagonka, Platinum, Universal, Rafinad, Nisha, Amsterdam, California bar, Skybar, and so on.
Spend the evening at a lecture, exhibition, chatting with friends, playing in one of the cozy cafe-bars-exhibitions in Kaliningrad: Soulful Kitchen, Art-Apartment, Art-Gate, Altes-House, Sukhomyatka, Sackheim Gate.
Get acquainted with the work of local Kaliningrad artists at exhibitions in Kaliningradskaya art gallery and the Artist's House
Play with a group of people in one of the Kaliningrad quests (for example, The Barber and the Bunker).
Sing the entire repertoire from the film The Best Day in one of the karaoke bars in Kaliningrad (for example, in Euphoria)
Attend one of the many master classes in painting, modeling, theater, handicrafts, doll making, embroidery, music, vocals, and cooking, which are regularly conducted by Kaliningrad experts and professionals.
Listen to the songs of bards at the Wuhan Bard Song Festival in Baltiysk in the last week of July.
Ride tram number 5 along the only remaining scenic tram route in Kaliningrad.

Kaliningrad is perhaps one of the most interesting Russian cities. Until 1945, it was the center of East Prussia, quite a European capital with characteristic architecture and way of life. Much has been preserved from those times: Catholic cathedrals, buildings in the German Art Nouveau (Jugendstil) style, fortifications and, of course, the seven famous city gates.

Kaliningrad makes a mixed impression on tourists. On the one hand - European facades, on the other - typical Soviet high-rise buildings, spoiling the historical architectural appearance. On the one hand, there are the picturesque Curonian Spit and Kant Island, on the other, the unsightly working outskirts. In any case, the city’s tourism potential is enormous, so it has room to develop and surprise future travelers.

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What to see and where to go in Kaliningrad?

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A narrow strip of land separating the Baltic Sea from the Curonian Lagoon. The length of the isthmus is about 100 km, it stretches from Zelenogradsk to Klaipeda (Lithuania). IN different places The width of the Curonian Spit ranges from 400 to 3800 meters. This is a unique natural area with sand dunes, pine trees, picturesque sea(unfortunately, almost always cold) and wonderful air.

Königsberg Castle was founded in the 13th century and existed until 1968. In the Middle Ages it belonged to the knights of the Teutonic Order; in later times, public institutions of East Prussia were located on its territory. Unfortunately, nothing remains of the fortress. Nowadays there is a museum in its place - Observation deck where excavations are being carried out. It is believed that the legendary Amber Room was located in this castle.

A quarter designed in the style of old Königsberg, consisting of stylized German houses. The place is a craft and ethnographic center, which tourists consider one of the main city attractions. Here you can see Gothic turrets, bridges and facades of city houses typical of German architecture. Construction began in 2006.

One of the districts former Koenigsberg, formed around a noble estate. At the beginning of the 20th century it was located outside the city limits. Famous Prussian architects took part in the development of the streets, who designed most of the buildings in Art Nouveau. The area is mostly built up with early 20th century villas (many of them in desperate need of restoration) mixed with post-war Soviet buildings.

The temple is located in historical center Kaliningrad ( modern name this area is Kant Island). Its history began in the 14th century; from the 16th century it became the main Protestant cathedral of the city. The building was built of brick in the Baltic Gothic style and is a valuable architectural monument. In the 1990s, restoration was carried out, after which a cultural and religious center was located inside.

The famous philosopher and writer I. Kant was born and died in Königsberg. He is buried near the northern wall of the cathedral. Until 1924, a small chapel stood over his grave; later it was replaced by a more impressive memorial on a granite pedestal with a stone colonnade. The tomb is often visited by admirers of the thinker’s work who come to Kaliningrad from different countries.

Cathedral of the Russian Orthodox Church, built in 2006. It has quite impressive dimensions and reaches a height of 51 meters. The building was erected in the style of Vladimir-Suzdal architecture with small inclusions of modern design according to the design of the architect O. Kopylov. The temple stands on central square Pobeda (formerly Hanseatic), where the Triumphal Column and fountains are also located.

A former Catholic church of the early 20th century, built in the neo-Gothic style according to the design of F. Heitmann. During the war, the building was severely damaged. It continued to collapse because no one was going to reconstruct it. But everything changed after they decided to locate the Kaliningrad City Philharmonic here. Today, the former church is in good condition, so tourists can admire its picturesque architecture.

An Orthodox church, which is located in the building of a former Lutheran church. It was built in the 1930s, when Königsberg was still part of East Prussia. The original style of construction can be defined as modern with an admixture of neoclassicism and gothic. During the war, the building was almost not damaged; in subsequent years it was used for economic needs. In 1986, the church was transferred to the Orthodox community.

A modern museum dedicated to sea world, shipping, geology and ecology of the World Ocean. Part of its exposition is under open air. These are mainly ships, deep-sea vehicles, and equipment. Inside there are paleontological, natural science and art collections. There is also a shipyard, a library and an environmental station.

One of the exhibits of the Museum of the World Ocean. In 1960–90, this submarine served as part of the Northern Fleet and more than once made long-distance voyages to Atlantic Ocean and the Mediterranean Sea. Since 2000, it has housed a museum exhibition on board, which is recognized as one of the best in Russia according to the travel portal TripAdvisor. The collection is dedicated to the history of the Russian submarine fleet.

The main exhibit of the Museum of the World Ocean. The ship was built in Germany at the Schichau shipyard. Before starting service in the USSR fleet, it managed to fly under the flag of Great Britain and changed its name several times. Since 1949, Vityaz has been the most important research ship of the Institute of Oceanology named after. P. P. Shirshova. He made several dozen research expeditions.

The museum was created in 1979 on the territory of the Don Tower, a German defensive structure of the mid-19th century. The exhibition is a collection of products made from amber and the mineral itself in its various shapes and colors. Some items are real masterpieces. Unique exhibits from past centuries are of particular interest. The museum building is also of considerable cultural interest.

The exhibition occupies a former German bomb shelter from 1945, and most of it is dedicated to the assault on Königsberg, which took place a month before the end of the war. In those days, the command post of General O. Lyash was located here. The bunker lies at a depth of 7 meters, its length is 42 meters, its width is 15 meters, it consists of 21 rooms. The museum opened here in 1968. Tourists are offered excursions in two languages: Russian and German.

The main branch of the museum is located in a building built in 1912, which is located in the central part of Kaliningrad. The exhibition opened in 1946. Today tourists can visit five thematic halls: history of the region, archeology, nature, war and “Horizons of Memory”. Each department contains collections dedicated to the history and culture of the region from ancient times to modern events.

The theater troupe has existed in Kaliningrad since 1947. In the 1960s, the stage moved to a building of classical architecture, which previously belonged to a German theater. The modern repertoire consists of immortal works by classical authors. Since the 1980s, the group has taken part in many festivals, where the actors demonstrate their high professionalism and skill.

The building was built in the 1870s according to the design of the Bremen architect G. Müller in the neo-Renaissance style. In addition to its main purpose - holding auctions, it was often used as an exhibition and concert halls. After the war, the building was in a deplorable state for a long time, almost in ruins. Reconstruction was carried out only in the 1960s, preserving the original appearance.

End fortification XIX century, erected to protect Königsberg. It was named after Frederick William III, one of the Prussian kings. Today it is a hexagonal structure made of concrete and brick, stretching 215 meters in length and 105 meters in width. During the storming of the city in 1945, the fort was severely destroyed. Today, an exhibition is located on its territory, and historical reconstructions are taking place.

A gate in the neo-Gothic style, one of seven surviving structures of this type in Kaliningrad. It is assumed that they were erected in the period 1857-1862 according to the design of an unknown architect. Since 1956, a museum has been located on the territory of the gate, which until 2002 did not have official status. Its exhibition is dedicated to the history of Koenigsberg in the 19th and 20th centuries.

Another city gate of the fortress standing on the border historical district Haberberg. They still perform their direct functions. The appearance of the structure dates back to the middle of the 17th century, but at that time there was a wooden structure here. Stone gates appeared only a century later. In 1843 they were reconstructed, or rather, rebuilt. In this form they have survived to this day.

A building in a pseudo-Gothic style, built in the 19th century (the very first gate stood here from the beginning of the 18th century). During the assault on Königsberg, they were damaged as a result of bombing, but still survived. Since 1960, the building has been considered cultural monument, however, it was not restored until the early 2000s and there were even attempts to demolish it several times.

The structure that tourists can see today was erected in the mid-19th century. The very first gate appeared here in the 17th century. Previously, the structure performed defensive and checkpoint functions. After the end of the Second World War and until 2006, it was used as a warehouse. Since 2013, the art platform “Gate” has been located here.

The gate in its current form appeared in Königsberg in the 19th century (in the 18th century a wooden structure stood in its place). It is believed that the legendary Baron Munchausen passed through them when he returned from Russia to Germany. The gate was built of red brick in pseudo-Gothic style. They are decorated with portraits of famous Prussian generals: D. von Scharnhorst and A. von Gneisenau.

The passage was not intended to enter Königsberg, but to provide access to the Friedrichsburg fortress. The gate was built in 1852. They have survived to this day almost in their original form, despite the fact that they were severely damaged during the war. For some time, the structure was even under threat of demolition, but, nevertheless, it was preserved for posterity.

Baron von Munchausen is a real person and a famous literary character, famous as a writer of all sorts of fables and incredible stories. In the 18th century he served in the Russian Empire. A monument dedicated to this inventor was erected in 2005. It is a piece of modern art made of metal. The monument was forged by the German master G. Petau.

Sculptural group by A. Gaul, created in 1912. This master was one of the most famous animal painters of his time. The composition is made in the form of figures of two mighty bison, grappling with each other in a fight. The sculpture successfully survived the war years; it still adorns the streets of Kaliningrad and is one of the city's landmarks. In 2006 it was reconstructed and the fountain was restored.

One of the largest and oldest menageries in Russia. It was founded in late XIX century by the German entrepreneur G. Klass. The zoo was taken over by the USSR after 1945 in a deplorable state, since only a hippopotamus, a donkey, a badger and a fallow deer were able to survive the shelling and bombing. Today it is home to more than 300 species of animals (approximately 3,500 thousand individuals). The territory also has an arboretum with rare plants.

The first botanical garden appeared in Königsberg at the end of the 18th century. In 1809 it was transferred to the local university. At the beginning of the 20th century, a new green zone was founded in the city, which later became Botanical Garden IKBFU I. Kant. Today, more than 2,500 thousand plants from different parts of the planet grow here. Greenhouses, greenhouses and nurseries have been created for them.

City recreation area, which includes the territory of the former Louisanval park and the Altstadt cemetery. At the beginning of the 19th century, the summer residence of the Prussian royal family was located here. Among the attractions of the place one can highlight the church in memory of Queen Louise in the Art Nouveau style, monuments to Baron Munchausen and V. Vysotsky, as well as a couple of small fountains.

The park was created in the post-war period, when Koenigsberg came under the jurisdiction of the USSR. In the 1980s and 90s it was a typical recreation area with rides and other weekend activities. After the collapse of the country, it fell into disrepair, and in 2004 it was almost destroyed due to the fact that construction companies laid claim to the land. Thanks to activity public organizations The park was preserved and reconstructed.

In respect of weather conditions The Kaliningrad region is far from the most the best place For beach holiday, But good beaches in the Kaliningrad region there is. One of the best is the beach of the village of Yantarny, whose width reaches 250 meters. The quality of this beach is evidenced by the fact that it is the only beach in Russia that has been awarded the highest beach award - Blue Flag. This beach is ideal for a relaxing family vacation. In terms of noisy entertainment, discos and everything else that large quantities concentrated on the beach of Sochi, it can be boring here.

Vacationers who come to Yantarny can use free parking, there are several bars where you can buy soft drinks or grab a fast food snack. On the beach you can rent umbrellas, sun loungers, towels, and folding chairs. The beach has clean sand and is many kilometers long, so even at the height of the beach season there is not a large crowd of vacationers. This is a great place to relax from the bustle of the city.

Another advantage of this beach is that the entrance to the water is convenient, without stones or holes, which is ideal for families with children. Many tourists find pieces of amber on the beach and take them home as souvenirs. On the territory of the village there is the only plant in the world that processes amber, and anyone can go there on an excursion.

Literally 30 meters from the beach there is a good camping area (for those who are used to vacationing as savages). In this area it is allowed to set up tents, grill kebabs, and at the same time this area is kept absolutely clean (no garbage, bottles and other waste), as the area is regularly cleaned.

From Kaliningrad this beach can be reached by regular bus No. 120, which departs every hour from 6.30 to 20.30 from the city bus station. Travel time is only 45 minutes.

Not long ago, the tourism infrastructure of the city of Zelenogradsk began to develop. Along with the beach in Yantarny, this beach is considered one of the best in the Kaliningrad region. The streets of this city open onto a large promenade and directly to the sea. East Beach crowded, especially popular among young people, there are bars, various entertainment and everything else that is necessary for a good beach holiday. West Beach not so popular and well-maintained, moreover, it is difficult to get to it (you need to drive a car along a broken dirt road), but for lovers have a relaxing holiday I'll definitely like it here.

The largest and longest beaches in the Kaliningrad region are the beaches of the Curonian Spit. Flaw local beaches The problem is that it is forbidden to make fires or pitch tents on the spit, and the beaches themselves are practically not equipped. For a more comfortable holiday, you should go to the villages of Rybachy and Lesnoy, where there are garbage containers, changing rooms, public toilets, and there are several bars and cafes on the beaches. Here, vacationers are offered good opportunities for active recreation; you can rent a boat, catamaran, bicycle and various sports equipment. The warmest water on the spit is from the bay side. The warmest water on the spit is from the bay side; the depth there is shallow, only about 4 meters, due to which the water warms up as quickly as possible, and its temperature reaches 24 degrees. The sand on the beach is fine, white and there is a pleasant crunch when walking. Buses to the Curonian Spit leave from Kaliningrad every hour, and the fare itself costs little money(in literally 30 minutes you can reach beautiful beaches).

The beach in Svetlogorsk is of some interest, although it cannot be called the most popular beach in the Kaliningrad region. This beach is characterized by large and sharp changes in coastal heights. The beach itself is sandy, but you always need to be on alert, as there is a high probability of bumping into stones both on the shore and in the water. Strong winds and waves are normal in this place. Despite the fact that the Baltic Sea does not warm up well, swimming is quite comfortable in July and August. The beach has both crowded and secluded areas, but overall it is one of the best-maintained beaches in the area. Along the beautiful promenade there are many benches, gazebos and other places to relax.

The Kaliningrad region is one of the most interesting tourist destinations V . The city of Kaliningrad, formerly the German Königsberg, is distinguished by the interweaving of European, Soviet and Russian culture, as well as its unique location. The westernmost region of the country is an exclave that has no border with the rest of Russia.

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However, it attracts tourists not only with its attractions and preserved ancient European architecture, but also with nearby beaches and resorts on the Baltic coast. There is no sea in the city itself. Port, but not sea town Kaliningrad is located on the banks of the Pregolya River, which divides the city into two parts. You can get to the shore of the Baltic Sea, or rather, to the Kaliningrad Bay, by car in half an hour.

A little history

While in Kaliningrad, it is impossible not to immerse yourself in its amazing history. The city was founded by the Knights of the Teutonic Order in the 13th century. Since then, for almost 700 years, with the exception of a short break, the city under the name Königsberg was under the rule of Prussia and Germany. For a short period (from 1758 to 1762) the city was part of the Russian Empire. At the end of World War II, part of East Prussia, along with Königsberg, became part of the Soviet state. In 1946 the city was renamed Kaliningrad.

For centuries it was an important cultural and scientific center for the inhabitants of the territories of modern Germany, Poland and Lithuania. You may be interested to know that in Europe, Kaliningrad is sometimes called the "city of four Ks" in accordance with the matching initial letter of the city's various names: Kyonigsberg (German), Kaliningrad (Russian), Krolewiec (Polish) and Karaliaucius (lit. ).

European cultural heritage present today in the form historical buildings in the old part of the city. Reviews from travelers from different countries often mention the similarity of the city's historical buildings with the architectural style of West Berlin.

Even if you are only passing through Kaliningrad, it is worth finding time to see the main attractions:

Gothic Cathedral with a museum complex;
Brandenburg Gate;
historical district of Amalienau;
Kaliningrad History and Art Museum;
Amber Museum;
Museum of the World Ocean.

Climate of the region

The Kaliningrad region is located in a zone combining features of marine and continental climate. There are no sudden temperature changes here. The long spring, which begins at the end of February, smoothly transitions into a comfortable Baltic summer. Hot periods with temperatures above 25 degrees are very rare.

The seaside air is saturated with healing minerals, especially iodine. This makes holidays in the resorts of the region useful for people suffering from diseases of the respiratory system and thyroid gland.

Thanks to the influence of the Atlantic Gulf Stream, winters in the region are mild and European-style warm. Winter temperatures below 10 degrees are rare for the Kaliningrad region.

Baltic Sea

Many people prefer holidays on the shores of the Baltic Sea to warm ones southern resorts. Is there something special on the Baltic coast?

Firstly The Baltic Sea is less salty than most south seas, due to which the water here is softer and more delicate.

Secondly, the absence of summer heat in the region is also a definite plus for many. In July, the warmest of the summer months, the sea water temperature is between 17-20 degrees. Despite this, Kaliningrad hotels and beaches are always filled with vacationers.

And thirdly The Baltic Sea and coastal landscapes are distinguished by their mesmerizing and tranquil beauty, perfect for a relaxing holiday and recuperation.

The photo shows sunset on the beach of the Baltic Sea.

Baltic coast

The Kaliningrad region offers tourists excellent opportunities for seaside recreation. The Baltic coast in the vicinity of Kaliningrad is extremely picturesque and diverse. Length coastline, along which the beaches are located, is about 50 kilometers. The most popular seaside resorts in the region:

Baltiysk;
Svetlogorsk;
Amber;
Zelenogradsk

Each of these seaside towns now has hotels of varying levels, many of which meet European service standards.

Deserves special attention — nature reserve , which is under the protection of UNESCO.

Sea resorts of the Kaliningrad region

Svetlogorsk

Svetlogorsk (former German Rauschen)- a small cozy town, which is a sea and balneological mud resort. The coast is distinguished by slopes with sharp changes in height.

The beach in Svetlogorsk is considered the most comfortable in the Kaliningrad region. A beautiful promenade with gazebos and summer cafes. The beach is mostly sandy, but there are also rocky areas. Sun loungers and deck chairs can be rented. The beach is located under a high rocky shore. You can get to it from the city by steps or by cable car.

The city has long been known for its healing mud and mineral springs . You can improve your health here in specialized sanatoriums and spa hotels.

According to the reviews of many tourists, it is worth staying in Svetlogorsk for a few days to see the main attractions of the old city and just wander through the quiet cozy streets.

The most interesting sights of the city:

Temple of Seraphim of Sarov (formerly a Lutheran church);
an organ hall where concerts are regularly held;
the Zodiac sundial on the boardwalk, listed in the Guinness Book of Records;
Quiet lake.

There are many accommodation options in Svetlogorsk. In the city you can find spacious hotels of different categories, guest houses, several boarding houses and sanatoriums. Most of hotels has received positive reviews on travel websites.

You can get to Svetlogorsk from Kaliningrad as follows:

by train to Svetlogorsk-2 station, which runs several times a day;
by bus number 118, which runs every hour every day, except Sundays and holidays.

The photo shows the streets and beach of Svetlogorsk.

Amber

located 50 km from Kaliningrad. Very often, in their reviews, travelers and local residents call the beaches of Yantarny the best for relaxation in the Kaliningrad region. The beaches here are endless and very beautiful. The width of the strip of snow-white sand is about 250 meters. Yantarny is not as crowded as other Kaliningrad resorts.

Along the beach you can walk along a 2 km long wooden boardwalk. Partially it goes through the old salt lakes, which remained after the extraction of amber.

If you're lucky, you can find pieces of amber on the coast. In the village itself there is a famous amber factory. Of course, there are many souvenir shops that sell products made from the wonderful sun stone. In the former German settlement of Palmniken, amber has been mined since the 17th century.

The village itself has the following attractions:

Temple of the Kazan Icon of the Mother of God, which was once an evangelical church;
a park named after Maurice Becker, founded at the end of the 19th century by a local industrialist involved in amber mining;
amber pyramid;
Masters Square - perfect place for a walk and at the same time tourist centre village, where you can buy souvenirs, jewelry and paintings made of amber, as well as book an excursion and rent a bicycle.

A little less in Yantarny large hotels than in Svetlogorsk. However, there are many mini-hotels, guest houses and apartments, including those located on the shore.

Getting to Yantarny from Kaliningrad is very easy: Bus number 120 leaves every hour from the city station.

In the photo - the beach in Yantarny.

Zelenogradsk

Zelenogradsk (German Kranz until 1946) is a charming resort town 24 km from Kaliningrad, ideal for a comfortable holiday at sea. Today it is a popular balneological resort. Neat streets lined with low-rise elegant houses lead to the sea and the promenade. The main part of the houses was built in the 19th - early 20th centuries. in modern style. There are many in the city architectural landmarks:

There is enough in Zelenogradsk comfortable beach with white fine sand, as well as many cafes, restaurants and bars. There are hotels and apartments to suit every taste and budget. Reviews from tourists about hotels and the city as a whole are usually very positive.

You can get to Zelenogradsk from Kaliningrad by the following buses:

bus number 114, which runs every hour;
bus number 141, which runs every half hour from the city station.

In the photo - streets and Coast in Zelenogradsk.

Curonian Spit

Coast from Zelenogradsk to Lithuanian Klaipeda occupies the Curonian Spit nature reserve. The reserve is located on a strip of land stretching between the Baltic Sea and the Curonian Lagoon. The length of the territory is 98 km, and the width varies from 400 m to almost 4 km.

This is a country of endless deserted beaches, sand dunes and beautiful pine forests. Up to a million migrating birds fly to the Curonian Spit every year. In the village of Rybachy there is the oldest ornithological station in Europe, which tourists can visit.

You can get to the reserve by bus departing every hour from Kaliningrad to one of the villages of the Curonian Spit.

The photo shows the beaches of the Curonian Spit.

Whatever resort you choose in the Kaliningrad region, you will find excellent conditions for relaxation and unforgettable experiences.

Beaches of Kaliningrad

This summer we vacationed with our daughter in Zelenogradsk. A very clean and pleasant town. Great air. We weren't very lucky with the weather; it rained almost every day. We walked along the shore and in the city park. There on the outskirts of the city there is very nice park. The hotel was almost on the very shore, the windows overlooked the sea. The water in the sea is clean and transparent. I didn’t want to leave at all. It’s a pity that we didn’t go to the Curonian Spit. Next time maybe.

Svetlana, Moscow

I often visit these places for work. Over the past 5-7 years, these resorts have become more well maintained. The nature there is amazing, especially on the Curonian Spit. There is also the famous dancing forest. Definitely worth a look. If you love European architecture and the cool sea, then you should definitely visit here.

Mikhail, Pskov

We've vacationed here many times. It's always nice that the sea is clean. Yes, not very warm, but I just like cool water better. The beaches are best in my opinion in Yantarny. The bottom is more comfortable there and there are fewer people. By the way, the beach in Yantarny received the Blue Flag. For Russian resorts very rare. There are many hotels at the European level, that's true.