10 Activities
Historical heritage: Koporye and Ivangorod
Starts from
Saint Petersburg
Transportation
By Car
Guidance
Self-Guided
Activities
10
Duration
14 hours
Length
237 mi
Guide details
Starts from
Saint Petersburg
Transportation
By Car
Guidance
Self-Guided
Duration
14 hours
Length
237 mi
Anna Bosua
Traveller
- See medieval fortresses.
- Visit an art museum.
- Plunge into the atmosphere of the era.
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This route is perfect for those who want to experience the atmosphere of the Middle Ages.
We will go to the western borders of our country, we will see the oldest medieval fortresses that served as a shield for the Russian lands. We will visit the steep slopes of Maiden's Hill, which offers a picturesque view of the Narva River and the Estonian castle of the same name, and get acquainted with the works of I.Y. Bilibin, an outstanding graphic artist.
Please note: to visit Ivangorod you have to bring your passport.
We will go to the western borders of our country, we will see the oldest medieval fortresses that served as a shield for the Russian lands. We will visit the steep slopes of Maiden's Hill, which offers a picturesque view of the Narva River and the Estonian castle of the same name, and get acquainted with the works of I.Y. Bilibin, an outstanding graphic artist.
Please note: to visit Ivangorod you have to bring your passport.
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This route is perfect for those who want to experience the atmosphere of the Middle Ages.
We will go to the western borders of our country, we will see the oldest medieval fortresses that served as a shield for the Russian lands. We will visit the steep slopes of Maiden's Hill, which offers a picturesque view of the Narva River and the Estonian castle of the same name, and get acquainted with the works of I.Y. Bilibin, an outstanding graphic artist.
Please note: to visit Ivangorod you have to bring your passport.
We will go to the western borders of our country, we will see the oldest medieval fortresses that served as a shield for the Russian lands. We will visit the steep slopes of Maiden's Hill, which offers a picturesque view of the Narva River and the Estonian castle of the same name, and get acquainted with the works of I.Y. Bilibin, an outstanding graphic artist.
Please note: to visit Ivangorod you have to bring your passport.
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Anna Bosua
Traveller
- See medieval fortresses.
- Visit an art museum.
- Plunge into the atmosphere of the era.
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Day Itinerary
10 Activities
Day 1
237 mi
From Coporje to Ivangorod.
On today's trip we will visit two cities - Koporje and Ivangorod. We will admire the huge fortresses, get acquainted with art and visit the active exhibition "Ivangorod in the past" and enjoy the picturesque views.
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14.2 mi
40 min
09:1515 min
Gazpromneft filling station #7
Gas Station
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Let's hit the road! To feel more confident on the road, come to the filling station "Gazpromneft" - refuel with quality fuel to full, inflate the tires, fill the washbasin and take coffee with healthy snacks! Cool emotions from the trip!
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51.5 mi
1 hr 10 min
10:401 hr
Копорская крепость
Museum
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The first point of our journey will be the Old Russian city of Koporie, which is one of the oldest medieval fortresses in the Northwest of our country.
The history of the Kopor fortress dates back to the Livonian Order and the campaign of Alexander Nevsky in 1240, and in 2001 the territory officially received the status of a museum.
The fortress is unique for Russia and fully corresponds to the Western European architecture of the Middle Ages, it has never undergone complex restoration, so we can see the structure in its original form.
The history of the Kopor fortress dates back to the Livonian Order and the campaign of Alexander Nevsky in 1240, and in 2001 the territory officially received the status of a museum.
The fortress is unique for Russia and fully corresponds to the Western European architecture of the Middle Ages, it has never undergone complex restoration, so we can see the structure in its original form.
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Koporye is a historic village (selo) in Leningrad Oblast, Russia, located about 100 km (62 mi) west of St. Petersburg and 12 km (7.5 mi) south of the Koporye Bay of the Baltic Sea. Its population in 2017 was 1,603.
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5 min
11:4530 min
Храм Преображения Господня
Church
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On the territory of the Kopor fortress there is a stone cathedral, which was built in XI century.
The temple has been burned and rebuilt several times during its history, but it has still reached our days. Today the cathedral is functioning, and there are divine services there.
The temple has been burned and rebuilt several times during its history, but it has still reached our days. Today the cathedral is functioning, and there are divine services there.
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33.2 mi
50 min
13:101 hr 30 min
family cafe (ХоРоШо)
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Now it's time for lunch! I suggest we spend it in a cozy family café "Okay". The menu includes dishes of Russian cuisine, and delicious pork ribs, borscht and pancakes are served here. In warm season you can have lunch on the veranda.
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16.3 mi
25 min
15:051 hr 30 min
Иваногородский художественный музей
Art Museum
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Then we will go to Ivangorod, founded in XV century by Moscow Prince Ivan Vasilyevich III.
Important: the city is part of the border zone, so be sure to have your passport and pass!
In the city, in a two-storey building of the XIX century - a former mansion - there is an art gallery. We will visit the permanent exhibition "Ivangorod in the past", where we will get acquainted with the materials of local history and archaeology, as well as an exhibition of works by I.Y. Bilibin.
Important: the city is part of the border zone, so be sure to have your passport and pass!
In the city, in a two-storey building of the XIX century - a former mansion - there is an art gallery. We will visit the permanent exhibition "Ivangorod in the past", where we will get acquainted with the materials of local history and archaeology, as well as an exhibition of works by I.Y. Bilibin.
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0.6 mi
10 min
16:451 hr
Ivangorod castle (Jaanilinna linnus)
Castle
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The main attraction of Ivangorod is its fortress, built in the XV century on the right bank of the Narva River.
While visiting the fortress, we will learn about historical events connected with this place and will be able to see Estonia and its famous Narva Castle from Maiden's Mountain.
While visiting the fortress, we will learn about historical events connected with this place and will be able to see Estonia and its famous Narva Castle from Maiden's Mountain.
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0.8 mi
5 min
17:5030 min
Променад
Pedestrian Plaza
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After a busy day, I suggest taking a stroll along the restored Ivangorod quay, where you can take a couple of beautiful pictures and enjoy the fresh air!
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68 mi
1 hr 30 min
19:501 hr 30 min
GORKI Golf Club Restaurant
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We will finish our journey with a delicious dinner at Gorki Restaurant.
Facility's interior is made in classical style with Scottish accents. The chef and his team offer guests Russian and European dishes, cooked from fresh farm products!
Facility's interior is made in classical style with Scottish accents. The chef and his team offer guests Russian and European dishes, cooked from fresh farm products!
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53 mi
1 hr 30 min
22:50