Day Itinerary
5 Activities
Day 2
16 mi
Kalyazin: Atlantis of Tverskaya land
The second day we'll spend in Kalyazin and its surroundings. The city is known since XII century. A thriving county town, where ships were built and blacksmithing developed, was half flooded in the Soviet era during the construction of the Uglich hydroelectric power plant.
Ancient houses and churches are mired under the water column, and only the five-tier bell tower of the Nikolo-Zhabensky monastery still reminds us of the beautiful past. In fact, everyone comes to Kalyazin just for the sake of this flooded bell tower.
In the afternoon we will spend in a pine forest on the bank of the Volga river, and the sunset will be met on the summer terrace of the local yacht club.
Ancient houses and churches are mired under the water column, and only the five-tier bell tower of the Nikolo-Zhabensky monastery still reminds us of the beautiful past. In fact, everyone comes to Kalyazin just for the sake of this flooded bell tower.
In the afternoon we will spend in a pine forest on the bank of the Volga river, and the sunset will be met on the summer terrace of the local yacht club.
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1.6 mi
10 min
10:102 hrs 30 min
Яхт-клуб «Калязин»
Harbor / Marina
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After breakfast, we're heading to the local yacht club. Here you can book a motor catamaran trip around Kalyazin (4000 rubles per hour). This is a great opportunity to see the famous sunken bell tower and chapel on the Monastery Islands from the most advantageous angle.
If the price is high for you, you can always agree with locals on a mini-cruise by boat - for 300-400 rubles to the bell tower and back or a little more expensive in all the surrounding area.
If the river is frozen and swimming is impossible, the bell tower can also be seen from the shore walking in the city of Kalyazin.
The yacht club is also worth a look at Russia's largest snail farm. There is no need to go far: it is located right on the territory of the yacht club. Here you will be shown how young snails hatch, what they eat and where they wait for their winter sleep. You can also visit the mini-museum and, of course, taste snail dishes with a glass of good wine.
If the price is high for you, you can always agree with locals on a mini-cruise by boat - for 300-400 rubles to the bell tower and back or a little more expensive in all the surrounding area.
If the river is frozen and swimming is impossible, the bell tower can also be seen from the shore walking in the city of Kalyazin.
The yacht club is also worth a look at Russia's largest snail farm. There is no need to go far: it is located right on the territory of the yacht club. Here you will be shown how young snails hatch, what they eat and where they wait for their winter sleep. You can also visit the mini-museum and, of course, taste snail dishes with a glass of good wine.
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1.8 mi
10 min
12:5030 min
Виктория
Café
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You're not gonna eat snails alone! We'll eat fresh baked goods at Café Victoria and on our way. Bring a couple of cakes with you: your appetite will quickly develop outdoors!
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0.9 mi
5 min
13:2530 min
Памятник Макарию Калязинскому
Landmark
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Stop for a few minutes in this part of town. It's probably the best place to feel the spirit of past years. The old houses are painted and look good. Especially if you don't remember that the other half of the street has gone underwater...
In houses near the pier sell valenki - the main souvenir of Kalyazin. Special chic - boots with embroidery in the form of a flooded bell tower. And no magnets are needed!
In houses near the pier sell valenki - the main souvenir of Kalyazin. Special chic - boots with embroidery in the form of a flooded bell tower. And no magnets are needed!
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5.8 mi
20 min
14:154 hrs
Deer Bor
Other Great Outdoors
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The weather is great, the Volga beckons for a swim. Be prepared for the fact that the Kalyazin beaches have no infrastructure. The camping site "Deer Bor" offers more pleasant views and conditions. It is the best place in the surroundings to enjoy the scent of pine trees, relax in nature and enjoy yourself.
Entrance to the base territory paid. To the beaches are dirt roads, quite convenient for travel by car. If you are lucky, you can snatch a place at the very edge of the water. Entering the water here is gentle, bathing brings one pleasure.
Among other activities - football field with gates and fishing. And don't forget to drop by the charming deer that live in a specially fenced area.
Entrance to the base territory paid. To the beaches are dirt roads, quite convenient for travel by car. If you are lucky, you can snatch a place at the very edge of the water. Entering the water here is gentle, bathing brings one pleasure.
Among other activities - football field with gates and fishing. And don't forget to drop by the charming deer that live in a specially fenced area.
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4.4 mi
15 min
19:001 hr 30 min
Яхт-клуб «Калязин»
Harbor / Marina
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We go back to Kalyazin tonight. I offer dinner in the same yacht club - this is probably the most prestigious place in town. Summer cafe attracts visitors with pleasant music, aromatic kebabs and fresh beer. And as a bonus, it's a beautiful sunset.
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1.5 mi
5 min
22:0010 hrsHotel visit
Усадьба 1
9
After river walks, rest in the countryside and a busy dinner there is no strength left. Hurry up to the hotel!
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