When it’s hot, it’s time to go to the beaches of the Moscow region - to a river or a large lake.
Where to swim in the Moscow region in the summer of 2019, where the best beaches in the Moscow region are located on the map and how to get to them by public transport, read this article.
In total, there are about 90 beaches in the Moscow region - there are both free recreation areas near the water and paid ones.
If there is such an opportunity, it is better to move away from Moscow - in the far Moscow region the water is cleaner, and there are fewer people and garbage. The best swimming is in reservoirs with a sandy bottom, which are fed by spring water, or in reservoirs with running water.
You can find out detailed information about the water quality of reservoirs near Moscow in the territorial departments of the Rospotrebnadzor Office for the Moscow Region and on their official websites
Beaches in the Moscow region where people usually swim (map at the bottom of the article):
Rublevo Beach
It is located a kilometer from the capital in the Zhivopisnaya Bay of the Moscow River - a very beautiful and clean place: sandy shore and bottom, next to the Linden Grove forest park.
There is a restaurant with a summer terrace, a cafe, playgrounds, trampolines, water slides and other entertainment, changing cabins, showers, sports grounds, drinking water fountains, parking for 400 places, boat and catamaran rental, sun loungers, foam shows and entertainment programs on weekends. Nearby is a water ski base with a water ski winch.
Working hours: from 9-00 to 21-00
How to get there:
Address: Myakininskoe highway, building 1
- Krylatskoye metro station, then minibus No. 357
- M. Molodezhnaya, bus No. 127p and 127f
Entrance – 300 rubles. Children under 6 years old are free, children from 6 to 14 years old are 50 rubles, pensioners are 50 rubles.
Istra Reservoir
Nice sandy beach near the village of Trusovo.
How to get there:
- by train from Leningradsky station, then by bus No. 23, 403 to the village of Sokolovo, then on foot to the village of Trusovo.
- by car: 40 km from the Moscow Ring Road along Pyatnitskoye Highway to the village of Sokolovo, then turn at the sign for Trusovo.
For free.
Klyazma Reservoir
Recreation area Troitskoye
Sandy bottom, well-groomed area. There is a free mini-zoo, changing cabins, toilets, cafes, children's slides, rental of sports equipment, football, volleyball, paid sun loungers, pony, donkey, horse and camel rides.
How to get there:
- Altufyevo metro station, then by bus or minibus No. 302 to the final stop, or by bus No. 273 or minibus No. 503 to the Klyazminsky Forest Park stop, then about 30 minutes on foot.
- by car: along Dmitrovskoye Highway to Vinogradovo, after Vinogradovo at the next traffic light - turn right following the sign “Trinity Recreation Area”, then follow the signs.
Entrance is free, entry to the parking lot is paid - 300 rubles.
Khlebnikovo Beach
Two beaches: sandy and grassy, connected by a bridge. There is a cafe, toilet, drinking water, changing cabins.
How to get there:
- Altufyevo metro station, then by buses No. 459, 17, 19 or minibus No. 7 to the beach.
- by car: along Dmitrovskoye Highway to the bridge over the Canal. Moscow. Before the bridge turn right.
For free.
Novoaleksandrovo Beach (Gorki)
The bottom and shore are sandy. There are grounds for football and volleyball, rental of boats and catamarans, changing cabins, and paid parking.
How to get there:
- by train from Savelovsky station to Khlebnikovo station, then on foot to the bridge over the Canal. Moscow, after the bridge - another 1 km on foot.
- by car: take Dmitrovskoye Highway to the bridge over the Canal named after. Moscow. Before the bridge, turn right at the sign “Admiral Yacht Club”, then continue another 4 km to the beach.
For free.
Pirogovskoye Reservoir
Bay of Joy
Large picturesque sandy beach, near a forest. You can play football, volleyball, rent boats and catamarans, changing cabins, cafes with toilets, rent barbecues, firewood. You can rent a table with benches.
How to get there:
- Medvedkovo metro station, then by bus or minibus No. 438 to the “Bay of Joy” stop, then 7-10 minutes on foot.
- by train from Yaroslavsky railway station to Mytishchi station, then by bus or minibus No. 26 to the “Buhta Radosti” stop.
- rocket or motor ship from the Northern River Station.
For free.
Beach Flagman
Football, volleyball, changing cabins, paid sun beds, boat and catamaran rental, cafes, playgrounds.
How to get there:
- Medvedkovo metro station, then bus or minibus No. 438.
- by car: 12 km along Ostashkovskoe highway, then follow the signs “Flagman Beach”.
The beach is paid, parking is paid.
Lake Senezh
Two sandy beaches, the distance between them is 600 meters. There is a road nearby - it can be noisy and dusty. The bottom is muddy, but the water is clean. There is a cafe. There are no toilets or changing cabins.
How to get there:
- by train from Leningradsky railway station to Podsolnechnaya station, or from the station. metro station "Voikovskaya" by bus N440 to Solnechnogorsk, then from the bus station by bus N25 or on foot.
- By car along the Leningradskoye Highway to Solnechnogorsk, in the city center - turn right, following the sign “Timonovo”.
For free.
There are not many places where you can swim in the Moscow region in the south and southeast. There are very beautiful lakes with clear water, formed on the site of sand quarries between Dzerzhinsky and Lyubertsy and near Lytkarino.
Quarry in Lytkarino (Volkushinsky quarry)
The lake was formed on the site of a sand quarry and is fed by groundwater. The place is wonderful: white sand, pine trees, clear water. Nearby is Tomilinsky Forest Park. There is paid parking, a cafe, and volleyball courts.
How to get there:
- m. Kuzminki, then by bus No. 538 to the stop “Karier”
- Vykhino metro station, take bus No. 393 to the “Karier” stop, then 500 m on foot.
- by car: along Novoryazanskoye Highway to Tokarevo, then turn onto Lytkarinskoye Highway.
There are free and paid zones.
Quarries in Dzerzhinsky (Lyubertsy quarries)
A cascade of several sand pits between Dzerzhinsky and Lyubertsy filled with water. The shores and bottom are white sand, surrounded by mixed forest and pine trees.
How to get there:
- Ryazansky Prospekt metro station, minibus No. 311
- m. Kuzminki, minibus No. 474с, Lyubertsy station, bus or minibus No. 26
For free.
How to find out where it’s safe to swim in the Moscow region,
Summer holidays for many are associated with the sea. However, if it is not possible to leave the city and go to a seaside resort, then you can find a worthy replacement within the city. For example, on the shore of one of the reservoirs in the Moscow region, have a picnic and swim. Before you go there, it is worth remembering that a good beach must be equipped with everything necessary and meet all safety standards. So, what beaches in the suburbs of Moscow are suitable for swimming and relaxing by the water?
Not all beaches in the Moscow region are equally safe for swimming. They are divided into civilizational, abandoned, but meeting the requirements and unsuitable for swimming. The first option is different in that the owner is responsible for the beach shore, who improves the place with changing rooms, sun loungers, canopies, toilets, parking, catering, etc. And also on such beaches, the territory and the reservoir itself are regularly cleaned. In such places there are often grounds for sports games, summer cafes, playgrounds, water transport rental, etc. It is logical that for such comfortable recreational conditions, beach visitors have to pay an entrance fee. More than fifty civilizational beaches open annually in the Moscow region.
If you don’t want to pay for a vacation on a pond, you can go to a nice sandy wild beach. Unlike civilized ones, such beaches most often do not have an administration, and, therefore, no one guarantees the safety of spending time. In such places it can be quite dangerous, firstly, because of the potentially polluted water, and secondly, because of the unpredictable underwater current, which not everyone can cope with. It is also worth noting that such beaches have much fewer visitors, which can be both an advantage and a disadvantage.
One of the varieties of wild beaches are beaches where there is a recreation area, a descent into the water, but swimming is prohibited, as indicated by special signs. Swimming in such bodies of water can be dangerous to life and health for various reasons, so spending time on such beaches should be limited solely to staying on land.
Determining Beach Safety
Before opening the beach to the public, it is inspected by the Rospotrebnadzor commission and rescuers from the Ministry of Emergency Situations. Such a check should be carried out 2 times a year: in April, as soon as the ice melts, and in mid-late May, before the swimming season begins. If the commission finds violations that make recreation on a particular beach unsafe, the administration of the site is issued an order to stop them. If all violations are corrected, then visiting this beach is officially permitted. And in the middle of the first month of summer, lists of beaches in the Moscow region that are safe for swimming will be published.
The quality of swimming places in the suburbs of Moscow is determined depending on several significant regulatory characteristics. First of all, the territory is examined for security items, i.e. both on the sand and at the bottom of the reservoir there should be no objects or substances that could harm the swimmer. Water must comply with accepted sanitary and hygienic standards, which means that the amount of harmful microorganisms in the water must be within acceptable limits so as not to cause even minimal harm to the health of vacationers.
When relaxing even on an officially approved beach for swimming, it is recommended to be extremely careful, because the safety of the holiday also depends on the visitors of the reservoir themselves: someone may accidentally or deliberately throw empty glass containers or other dangerous objects into the reservoir. In order to make your vacation as safe as possible, it is better to swim wearing silicone shoes; they will not interfere with movement in the water, but will save your feet from unwanted cuts and injuries.
Rules for safe swimming with children
You can only let children swim on their own in a special fenced area of the reservoir, but even in this case it is necessary to keep an eye on them. Often on the beach there are various slides and other water attractions that children love very much, but it is not recommended to let them go there alone. It’s better to keep your pets company and turn your vacation on the pond into family entertainment – fun and safe. It is possible and even necessary to bathe babies, but preferably in shallow water.
The best places for swimming in the Moscow region
Holidays in Zhivopisnaya Bay
The beach area is 3 km away. from the Moscow Ring Road along Novorizhskoye Highway. The advantage of the holiday is that this particular resort is recognized as one of the most ecological beaches in the Moscow region.
Advantages:
- the most environmentally friendly.
Flaws:
- not detected.
Soho Country Club
Holidays in this fashionable complex are intended for the most sophisticated vacationers. The territory includes a clean beach and a summer veranda. There is a luxurious restaurant, a tropical bar, a small swimming pool, a small marina for water transport, a sports ground and other entertainment facilities. This is where you can relax in coziness and comfort when you come with your family.
All amenities are available to guests of the complex on the beach. The restaurant also offers free Wi-Fi. Entrance to this paradise of the Moscow region must be paid. The price per visit is 1,200 rubles (standard) and 6,000 rubles (vip zone).
From the Moscow Ring Road you can get here along Novorizhskoye Highway. You need to go to Myakinsky descent, and then turn around the fork behind Heliport.
Advantages:
- sun loungers;
- beach umbrellas;
- a number of changing rooms and showers
Flaws:
- paid entrance.
Trinity beach area
Among the advantages of this beach: environmental cleanliness, children's water attractions, sports grounds, water transport rental, free umbrellas, changing rooms and toilets, rescue and medical aid stations for the population. In addition, there is a small zoo where ducks, raccoons and foxes live, which is not available on every beach. Also, children and their parents can ride camels and horses here. Beach guests have 3 cozy cafes, a grocery store and even a hotel at their disposal. If you want to spend a few days in unusual conditions, you can book a room on the Bagration ship; it will be even cheaper than in a hotel. Regular apartments will cost 700 rubles. per day, “lux” – 1000 rub. Guests also have an excellent asphalt road and free parking near the shore of the reservoir.
You can get here by bus or minibus No. 302 to Altufyevo or No. 273 to the Klyazminsky Forest Park stop, then you will need to walk for about half an hour or drive for about 8 minutes.
Advantages:
- There are cozy cafes on site;
- shop;
- hotel;
- zoo.
Flaws:
- paid entrance;
- get to the recreation area with transfers and on foot, which is not suitable for everyone.
Relaxation in the "Bay of Joy"
A visit to this beach spot will be an excellent choice for those who love sports and active recreation. You can find this resort in the area of the Pirogovskoye Reservoir. The infrastructure here is at a high level, and therefore there are always many connoisseurs of a good beach holiday from the metropolis itself and the surrounding outskirts. Active beach visitors will definitely enjoy the variety of water activities; catamarans, boats and even hydro scooters can be rented here. There are also sports grounds where you can play volleyball, basketball and other games. For those who prefer a relaxing holiday in this area, there is an area where you can have a cozy picnic, there are a number of barbecues and tables. Spending time in the “Bay of Joy” will appeal to both family people and adventure lovers.
Getting from your destination will not be difficult: you need to take a regular minibus No. 438 or 419 from the Medvedkovo metro station and go to the stop. "village" Sorokino". Then you will need to walk a little or take a boat that departs from the North Pier. If you want to take a short walk to the beach, then don’t be afraid of getting lost, because there are large signs along the entire road.
Advantages:
- the infrastructure is developed at the highest level;
- nice beach;
- sports grounds for active games;
- easy to get to.
Flaws:
- not detected.
Recreation center in Khlebnikovo
Versatile entertainment is provided by the luxurious beach at the recreation center in Khlebnikovo. Depending on personal preferences, visitors to this place can choose the optimal corner for a great relaxation. Active vacationers can have a good time here, because this is where competitions in various types of beach sports are regularly held. If you want to take a break from active recreation, you can simply watch the competition of athletes from comfortable gazebos, where you can also have a picnic with your friends or family. For married couples, fenced areas of the reservoir are equipped here to safely spend time in the water even with the smallest children.
The most convenient way to get to Khlebnikovo is by bus or minibus number 17 or 459. This transport will take everyone right to the gates of the resort.
Advantages:
- a lot of varied entertainment;
- next to the forest;
- well-kept area;
- Easily accessible by public transport.
Flaws:
- not detected.
Beach in Rublevo
The difference between spending time in this area is the colossal size of the fenced area and the presence of all possible beach activities. For example, here you can find both primary amenities, such as changing cabins and showers, sun loungers with umbrellas, awnings, etc., as well as 4 excellent cafes, a restaurant and even a boat station with rental of several types of water transport.
The holiday destination is recommended, first of all, for young people who prefer an active holiday, because cheerful music is always playing on this beach and young people from the capital and its environs gather. For beach guests, talented animators perform interesting entertainment programs, and regular parties, concerts of famous bands and much more are organized.
Vacationers also have paid and spontaneous parking along the route at their disposal. The entrance to the entertainment complex itself is also paid: entrance to the general area is 150 rubles, to the VIP area – 400.
It’s not difficult to get to this youth beach; just go from the Moscow Ring Road and take the Novorizhskoye Highway into the region. Next, you should turn onto Myakinskoye Highway and drive approximately 500 meters to the first intersection, then turn right and immediately look for a free parking space near Rublevo beach.
Advantages:
- the recreation area is equipped with everything necessary;
- plenty of space for active games.
Flaws:
- There is an entrance fee, but not expensive.
Krasnogorsk recreation area
Krasnogorsk is a fairly large suburb in the Moscow region, which is adjacent to the Moscow Ring Road to the left of the Moscow River, not far from the Volokolamskoye and Pyatnitskoye highways.
The most famous recreation area here is the “New Dam”. This area on the river Titmouse has only recently been landscaped, but has already earned the love of local and visiting vacationers. There are a number of toilets, changing rooms, showers and drinking water fountains, all of which are provided to vacationers completely free of charge.
You can visit this place by driving from the Moscow Ring Road to the Volokolamsk Highway, where you need to pull off to the side. Having reached the street. River, you should drive along it for 2 km, and after the Scientific and Technical Center turn right and follow the main road to the dam.
Advantages:
- the territory is equipped with everything necessary;
- all services are free.
Flaws:
- difficult to get to.
Beaches of Lake Senezh
This place will appeal to married couples and all those who love a relaxing summer holiday. Lake Senezh can be called the pearl of the Moscow region for the pristine purity of its reservoirs and sandy beaches, as well as for the indescribable beauty of the local nature. This area offers accommodation on one of two civilizational beaches: Vertievsky or Solnechnogorsky.
Advantages:
- the most civilized beaches;
- sandy beaches;
- clean water bodies;
- great places to relax by the water.
Flaws:
- not detected.
Reservoir of the Lytkarino quarry
This is another environmentally friendly sandy beach with cool water. It is located in the south of the Moscow region and has two zones: paid and free. The advantage of choosing the first one is that it is regularly cleaned and has showers, toilets and other amenities.
Advantages:
- two recreation areas for people with different financial capabilities;
- The paid basis is regular cleaning of the territory.
Flaws:
- It's not always clean in the free area.
Beaches on the territory of the Klyazma Reservoir
In addition to the previously described “Trinity” beach, the Klyazminskoye Reservoir includes such resorts as “Super Beach” in the village of Novoaleksandrovo and the Admiral Marine Recreation Club. An interesting fact is that tourists have been visiting Klyazma for more than 60 years, i.e. this resort has stood the test of time.
Although this place has only recently been opened for swimming, vacationers are already speaking highly of it. And it’s not surprising, because this is a large and clean beach with all the amenities and entertainment for a good rest. For children, there are water slides, trampolines and other attractions, and for adults, water transport can be rented at an affordable price. The good news is that entry to this beach is free.
Advantages:
- clean large area for recreation;
- clean beaches;
- entertainment and amenities;
- the entrance is free.
Flaws:
- not detected.
Marine recreation club "Admiral"
Lovers of luxury beach activities are recommended to visit Admiral. Here you can relax with the whole family, engage in water sports, and also celebrate a corporate event, a children's party, or even a wedding. If you want to have fun for several days, you can stay in a local luxury hotel complex. Vacationers can rent yachts and boats, relax in swimming pools and on cozy sun loungers, sports grounds, go-karting, windsurfing, paintball and much more.
Advantages:
- luxury beach holiday;
- plenty of space for active games and events;
- clean pond with cool water.
Flaws:
- not detected.
And finally: regardless of which place you choose for your summer holiday, it is important to follow the primary safety rules, wear hats, use sunscreen and drink plenty of drinking water.
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One of the main joys of summer is relaxing on the shore of a lake or river, under the scorching sun at the height of the day or under the calm sunset sky. Relaxing and having fun on the beach is a great idea. However, you need to figure out which of them are beautiful and well-appointed enough, and most importantly, safe for health and comply with sanitary standards, in order to devote time to them. Below are the beaches where swimming is officially allowed in 2016.
A family beach where it’s good to spend time with children and a large group. This swimming area has not only an equipped beach, but also a children’s playground with an excellent environment, the “Barsky Domik” restaurant with a varied delicious menu, and even its own small zoo. Serebryany Bor lives up to its name: relaxing on the shore in a pine forest provides an incredible experience. Beach address – st. Tamanskaya, beach No. 2. The entrance is free.
This beach complex is intended not so much for a “casual” holiday, but for a purposeful trip to celebrate. There are parking lots, sports grounds, and several different cafes on the beach. The area is open from 11 to 22, admission is free.
In addition to the main complex, there are several additional ones. The Uletai beach occupies an area of two hectares and is perfectly equipped for corporate events, weddings, and large-scale receptions. The area is equipped with sun loungers, hammocks and sun loungers. There are also tents and hotel houses for visitors who come for a long time, sports courts and a water transport rental service. All this is quite expensive, but done at a high level.
There is also a beach for nudists nearby (they call themselves “naturalists”). This beach is hidden in the forest, and the uninitiated will have to try hard to get to it. Below you will find information on how to get there and what other nudist beaches there are in Moscow.
Located at Akademika Vinogradov St., 12. In recent years, local authorities have done a good job of improving the reservoir, updating the coastlines, restoring the embankment, and civilized benches and sun loungers, ladders and bridges appeared on the beach. To the delight of vacationers, there is free WiFi on the beach, boats and new catamarans are available for rent.
Swimming is temporarily prohibited due to inadequate water quality until satisfactory results are obtained again.
This beach is one of the most prestigious, one might say elite. Everything here is top class: excellent sand, a bar with a wide selection of drinks, there are establishments with cuisine from different parts of the world, from Italian to Eastern, plus a barbecue area. A special children's playground makes Beach Club an excellent choice for families with children. There are large stages where there is a constant disco with excellent DJs and a diverse selection of music. Finally, the yacht club provides not only yachts, but also boats, scooters and skateboards, as well as everything you need for windsurfing. Address: Leningradskoe highway, 39, Vodny Stadion metro station, also accessible from st. Voikovskaya.
This small beach is just a small strip of sand near the shore of the lake. However, it has everything you need for a good and safe holiday. There are places for changing clothes, sun protection and benches, plus there is a lifeguard tower. There are no cafes or restaurants, but drinks and food can be bought at kiosks.
You can get to the beach by electric train from the Kievsky railway station (get off at the Vostryakovo stop), from the Yugo-Zapadnaya metro station by bus No. 66 (get off at the terminus), as well as by bus No. 781 from General Dorokhov Street or bus No. 809 from Peredelkino.
Recreation area "Levoberezhny"
Another free recreation area on the Khimki Reservoir. The choice of services here is quite simple; in particular, it is not possible to rent water transport. But there are grounds for sports games, you can play football or volleyball or throw a frisbee. A special “children’s” swimming place is convenient and safe.
Beach address – Coastal passage, 5-7. You can get there from the Rechnoy Vokzal metro station by bus No. 65, 138 or 739, get off at the Soyuz Hotel stop. There is also minibus No. 138, which goes directly to the reservoir. Access to the beach is free.
Another popular vacation spot in Zelenograd is the large city pond located on Central Avenue. Attractions include a comfortable grassy beach, cafes and eateries. There are areas for active games and a first aid station. You can get there from the Rechnoy Vokzal metro station by minibus No. 476, get off at the “Palace of Culture” stop.
Black Lake (Zelenograd)
In Zelenograd, one can also note Black Lake, located in the 6th microdistrict. This is a small beach, surrounded by tree plantings and equipped with toilets and changing areas. There is no trading infrastructure there, so you need to take drinks and food with you. There is a children's playground in a modern style and a special place for children to bathe. You can get there from the Rechnoy Vokzal metro station by bus No. 400 and get off at the first station in Zelenograd, after which you walk through the forest for about five minutes.
School Lake (Zelenograd)
Located in 10 microdistrict of Zelenograd. You can get there from the Rechnoy Vokzal metro station by minibus 431m (to the Oktyabrskaya stop). The drive will take quite a long time, a little over an hour. The area of the lake is 7.2 hectares, the depth is about 2 meters. The beaches are sandy, and there are boat and catamaran rentals.
Beach at White Lake
A simple but well-equipped beach near White Lake offers a sandy area near the shore, a football and tennis court. The beach facilities are modest: there are changing areas and sun visors. There is a rescue service post. You can buy food and drinks at the stalls. Boat rental is available; One hour's ride costs 250 rubles.
You can travel by any transport through the village of Kosino from the Vykhino metro station. You can also walk from the Kosino railway stop (near the traffic police station) to the village of Kosino (distance about 1 km). Motorists should drive along Novo-Ukhtomskoye Highway, pass Muromskaya Street and go to the parking lot of the Lokomotiv FC sports base. Entrance to the beach is free.
Also, according to unconfirmed information, swimming is allowed in:
- Bolshoi Garden Pond (Bolshaya Akademicheskaya St. 38a);
- Stroginskaya floodplain (Tallinskaya street, Stroginsky Bay of the Moscow River).
Nudist beaches
Moscow has a sufficient selection of nudist beaches: there are officially three of them. One of them is the aforementioned Serebryany Bor. You can get there from the Polezhaevskaya metro station on route No. 190, go to the final stop. Then you need to get off the Stroginsky Bridge and walk through the poplar forest, and in 10 minutes you will be there. This area does not have the usual beach amenities, but there is a catering system with waiters (let's just say right away that they wear clothes here). Entrance costs 100 rubles.
Another nudist beach is located on the Stroginskaya floodplain. You can get there from the Shchukinskaya metro station by buses No. 638 or 743 or by minibus 696 to the Vodnoski Stadium stop. From there you need to walk about 20 minutes along the water.
The third nudist beach (at the Lyuberetsky quarry) is not equipped with any amenities at all; you need to take everything with you, from sun loungers to food and even drinking water. You can get there from the Lyublino or Kuzminki metro stations by minibus No. 174.
We wish you a pleasant, hot holiday on the beach that will please your soul... and your body.
Water recreation areas without swimming:
- “Pioneer Pond”, “Golitsynsky Pond”, “Pushkinskaya Embankment of the Moscow River”, “Krasnogvardeyskie Ponds”, “Kalitnikovsky Pond”, “Patriarch’s Pond”, “Catherine Pond”, “Novodevichy Ponds”, “Novospassky Pond” in the Central Administrative District;
- “Bykovo Swamp Pond”, “MZhK Pond”, “Mikhailovsky Pond”, “Cascade of Malinsky Ponds”, “Dunkin Pond” in ZelAO;
- "Mazilovsky Pond", "Vorobevskaya Embankment of the Moscow River" in JSC;
- “Lefortovo”, “Lublinsky Ponds”, “Kuzminsky Ponds”, “Shibaevsky Pond” in SEAD;
- “Serebryano-Vinogradny Pond”, “Terletskaya Oak Forest”, “Putyaevsky Pond”, “Lebedyansky Pond”, “Kuskovo”, “Ponds of Raduga Park”, “Round Pond”, “Cherkizovsky Pond” in VAO;
- , Coastal zone of the Khimki reservoir near the Lebed residential complex, Golovinsky Ponds in the Northern Administrative Okrug;
- "Andreevskaya embankment", "Bitsa" in South-Western Administrative District;
- "Borisov Ponds" in Southern Administrative District;
- "Northern Tushino", "Khimki-2" in Northwestern Administrative District;
- "Zarechye" in TiNAO;
- “Lianozovsky Pond”, “Ponds of VDNH”, “Long Ponds” in NEAD.
A simple sandy beach on the shore of the Khimki reservoir. There is a children's playground and a specially equipped paddling pool with convenient entry into the water. You can play volleyball. The holiday experience is overshadowed by the nearby Leningradskoye Highway and advertising signs of a famous retail chain, as well as power lines located in close proximity to the beach.
How to get there: Coastal pr-d, 5-7. By public transport: metro station "Rechnoy Vokzal", then by bus 138 or 739 to the stop "Hotel "Soyuz" or minibus 138. From metro station "Vodny Stadion" - by bus 65.
2. Beach complex “Beach Club”
It is located in the waters of the Khimki Reservoir and is considered elite. The area is cozy and neat: wooden paths, special coverings, umbrellas and a view of the yacht club pier. There is a hotel, tents for banquets, and a swimming pool for children. Contrary to popular belief on the Internet, admission is free. But you will have to fork out for the use of a sun lounger and mattress. Sometimes parties are held on the premises.
There is a bar, a minibar and a restaurant on the beach (prices: “Mojito” - 500 rubles, “Caesar with shrimp” - 650 rubles, Coca-Cola 0.5 - 200 rubles). There is a permanent toilet and sun lounger rental.
How to get there: Leningradskoye sh., 39. By public transport: on foot from the Voikovskaya metro station
Serebryany Bor
Forest area in the bend of the Moscow River in the west of the capital. There are three protected, well-maintained beaches on the territory of the natural zone, two of which (2 and 3) allow swimming.
How to get there: st. Tamanskaya, 2nd and 4th lines of Khoroshevsky Serebryany Bor. By public transport: from the Polezhaevskaya metro station by minibus 21 directly to the beach areas.
You cannot get here by car: entry is only with passes. There are plenty of parking spaces in the parking lot, but there are more cars. Then you can take a minibus, rent a bike or walk for about 30 minutes.
There are no rental bicycles or places to park them in the recreation areas, so the owner will have to look after the two-wheeled vehicle. There are taxi services, which cost 700 rubles. will take you from the beach to the nearest metro station "Shchukinskaya".
3. Serebryany Bor-2
The area is suitable for families with children. There is a children's playground on site, where for 300 rubles. per hour or for 400 rubles. You can entertain kids without any time limit. Adults can play table tennis, checkers, chess, backgammon, badminton, volleyball, billiards (inventory is paid - from 100 to 300 rubles / hour). You can rent a sun lounger: from 100 rubles. and up to 400 rub. per hour without time limit. There is a “VIP solarium” area, where for 500 rubles. on weekdays and 600 rub. on weekends you can not only sunbathe, but also eat in a local cafe (food is paid separately). Ice cream, drinks and shish kebab are sold on the beach (prices: ice cream - from 60 rubles, water - from 50 rubles, shish kebab - from 400 rubles). There are also dry closets and containers for collecting waste, including separate waste.
4. Serebryany Bor-3
The zone is more suitable for young people. There are grounds for playing football and volleyball, Frisbee and other activities. Advertisements and banners promise volleyball and yoga tournaments from morning to evening. Rumor has it that there is a nudist beach nearby, but the MN correspondent on beach 3 did not meet any of those who like to sunbathe naked. At the Bora Bora site they offer to organize any celebration - from a wedding to a corporate event. Just like on neighboring beach 2, you can buy ice cream and drinks, and there is a cafe. The price for renting sun loungers is from 100 rubles.
5. Lake Meshcherskoye
The beach is sandy, on the territory there are benches, a volleyball field and a picnic area (you need to bring your own grill and everything you need). There is a children's playground with easy entry into the water. There are a lot of people, many of them are not sober.
How to get there: village Meshchersky, Voskresenskaya st., 5-3. By public transport: from the Slavyansky Boulevard metro station by minibus 753M, from the Yugo-Zapadnaya metro station by bus 66 or by train from the Kievsky railway station to Skolkovo station (formerly Vostryakovo).
There is no parking; everyone parks in the nearby village. On the beach you can buy water and ice cream - both from 50 rubles.
6. Recreation area in Troparevo
The beach is located in the Troparevo park, so you can not only swim and sunbathe, but also take a walk around the park. There are attractions, a shooting gallery, and a small stage (sometimes, apparently, someone performs on it). On the beach there are children's and sports grounds, a lot of greenery and generally quite cozy.
How to get there: st. Ak. Vinogradova, 12. By public transport: from the Teply Stan metro station by bus 227, minibus 388M. You can also reach it on foot.
You can buy ice cream and water directly on the beach - from 60 rubles. for both. There is a cafe on the territory of the reserve.
Temporarily unavailable
At the beginning of the swimming season, Lake Beloye was included in the list of areas permitted for swimming, but at the time of writing this issue, Rospotrebnadzor temporarily prohibited swimming there due to problems with the composition of the water. However, we have assessed the condition of this beach in case it does open.
The landscaped recreation area on White Lake is small but clean. There is a children's playground on the territory, you can play volleyball or any outdoor games you organize. Beachgoers have a view that allows them to forget about the urban environment and enjoy nature. You will have to sunbathe on the grass. You can take your grill with you and barbecue. It is better to take all the necessary food and drinks with you: the store is quite far away. There is no music on the beach.
The park around the lake is full of trash and destroyed brick buildings.
How to get there: Zaozernaya st., 2-6. By public transport: from the Vykhino metro station by minibus No. 602 to the Kosinskaya Factory stop.
Kirill Zuikov, vacationer on the beach “Serebryany Bor-3”:
— I’ve been to many beaches in Moscow, but I like this one the most. Many areas for active recreation. For those who don’t like to just lie on the beach, a great option: you can play volleyball, throw a frisbee or kick a ball on the grass. There are several cafes - the prices are steep, but you can get a light snack for 300 rubles. And the landscapes here are pleasant, there is almost no garbage.
Three beaches per city
In addition to the beaches within the Moscow Ring Road or immediately beyond its borders, the Moscow authorities allowed swimming in Zelenograd. The relatively small district had three beaches at once: on Lake Cherny in the sixth microdistrict, on Lake Shkolny in the tenth microdistrict and in the Central City Pond near Central Avenue.
Summer is coming, and many are already thinking about where to spend their vacation. Of course, many of us, out of habit, are ready to go to domestic and foreign seaside resorts. Those of you who can afford Nice, Mauritius or Miami need not read any further :) But most of us remember with nostalgia the affordable visa-free holidays in Turkey and Egypt. But this opportunity is closed for now, and, it seems, for a long time. At the Black Sea resorts of Russia this summer, a rush is expected with all its consequences: expensive, queues, beaches crowded, “our” service and a shortage of hotel rooms.
Holidays on lakes in our country can be a good alternative. We bring to your attention the best places where you can swim and sunbathe, improve your health and go fishing, and just see new interesting places and relax with the whole family inexpensively.
Pskov Lake.
The most convenient way from Moscow is to first get to Pskov by plane or train, then travel 25 km by regular bus or by boat along the Velikaya River. Lake Pskov is part of a huge lake region on the border with Estonia. The lake is large and shallow, with an average depth of 4 meters. The water warms up to 22C from mid-June. The shores of the lake look very picturesque; they are covered with coniferous forests and sand dunes. Here you can relax as a “savage” or choose one of the resorts. In the summer, at the Pleskov country hotel, a double room costs 3,600 rubles, and at the Lukomorye recreation center, a standard room for two will cost 2,600 rubles. In addition to a beach holiday, you can go fishing (bream, pike perch, perch, roach), drive through the surrounding villages or admire ancient Pskov.
Lake Baikal.
Lake Baikal is one of the natural attractions of Russia, located on the border of the Irkutsk region and Buryatia. You can get from Moscow by plane or train to Irkutsk or Ulan-Ude. The lake's water surface area is approximately 32,000 square meters. km, which is comparable to the territory of Holland. This is the deepest and cleanest freshwater lake on our planet. The best places for swimming are the shores of the Barguzinsky and Chivyrkuisky bays; here in the summer the water warms up to 22C. And the most famous resort of Lake Baikal is the village of Listvyanka, it stretches for 5 km along the coast. You can stay inexpensively, for example, in the “Bodriy Medved” guest house (1,200 rubles per day for two), or in a luxury hotel similar to the Swiss chalet “Anastasia” (from 6,000 rubles per day for a double room in July). The energy center of Lake Baikal, Olkhon Island, is also considered a good place where you can improve your health; it is very beautiful and clean here. History buffs should see the Buddhist datsans, which are located nearby in the village of Arshan, and families with children will be interested in visiting the world’s only nerpentarium and seeing the famous Baikal seals live.
Lake Elton.
Lake Elton is the Russian analogue of the Dead Sea. It is located in the Volgograd region almost on the border with Kazakhstan. From Moscow, the most convenient way is to fly to Volgograd or take a train (directions Astrakhan, Makhachkala, Astana) to Elton station, which is located 6 km from the lake shore. The water temperature in the lake in July reaches 25C, but this process can hardly be called swimming, rather a bath, after which you need to take a fresh shower. Just like the Dead Sea, people come here for health reasons. At the beginning of the last century, the Elton sanatorium was built here (from 2800 rubles per day per person with treatment and food). Here they treat diseases of the musculoskeletal system, skin diseases, and relieve joint pain. Diseases of the respiratory tract, nervous system, gastrointestinal tract and genitourinary system also respond well to treatment. There is practically no resort infrastructure here, but guests can enjoy beautiful steppe landscapes, walks in the Eltonsky Natural Park and stunning views of the pink waters of the lake.
Lake Teletskoye.
Teletskoye Lake is located in the Altai Territory, on the border with the Western Sayan Mountains and is recognized as the most picturesque and one of the most visited lakes in Russia. There are regular direct flights from Moscow to Gorno-Altaisk, then you need to travel another 150 km by car or minibus. Local residents also call this lake Altyn-kel, that is, “golden lake.” And this is not an exaggeration. The lake is the main natural attraction of the Altai region. Nature has preserved its pristine nature here, and the banks of the reservoir are considered a unique protected area. The water is so clean and transparent that it seems like a natural aquarium, in which a huge number of fish species live, including burbot and grayling. People come here for excellent fishing, clean beaches and natural beauty. The only drawback for tourists is that even on the hottest summer days the water rarely warms up above 20C. You can stay at one of 18 campsites or at a camp site. Prices for daily accommodation per person range from 300 to 6,500 rubles.
Lake Uvildy.
Lake Uvildy is one of the largest and most beautiful natural reservoirs in the Urals. Getting there from Moscow is very easy. By plane or train to Chelyabinsk, then approximately 90 km by land transport to the resort sanatorium “Uvildy”. The name of the lake translates as “blue bowl”. The water in the lake is crystal clear and has healing properties - heals wounds and has a good effect on the condition of the skin. Thanks to its exceptionally clear water, the lake has long been a favorite of divers. And fishermen won’t be bored either - the lake is full of bream, pike, perch, crucian carp and roach. The fishing here is exceptional. There are many recreation centers and children's camps on the shores of the lake; residents of the surrounding Ural cities come here on weekends. The cost of spending the night in a sanatorium or at a tourist center in a room with amenities ranges from 2,500 to 6,000 rubles.
Lake region Seliger.
You can get here from Moscow or St. Petersburg by car or by train to Ostashkov station. A trip to this amazing land of small islands, rivers, lakes and almost 1,500 kilometers of beaches can easily replace a trip to the sea. The swimming season on Seliger is quite short, from July to mid-August, the water temperature is usually no higher than 22C. There are dozens of boarding houses, camp sites and sanatoriums on the lake shore. On average, accommodation in a double room with private amenities will cost about 3,000 rubles for two. When you get tired of swimming, sunbathing and fishing, you can go to the famous Nilova Heath, rent an ATV or ride a yacht.
