On foot from Kievskaya station to Novodevichy Monastery. Hiking: Hiking and Active Leisure Hiking Routes

  • 20.04.2020
To make hiking in Moscow on their own, routes to tourists are desirable to explore in advance. Otherwise, there will be much time and effort to search for attractions, which in the capital, and especially in her center, mass. Here will come to the rescue.

Walking in Moscow Alone, finished routes

To explore Moscow thoroughly, it will take more than one year. However, it is possible to get acquainted with its main attractions for the day. Moreover, it is not necessary to use the vehicles for this. Enough walk through such routes.

Walk by historical Center. Moscow
It begins from the metro station "Tretyakovka", with which the tourist falls on one of the most ancient streets of the capital - a large Ordina.

Here the overwhelming majority of buildings remember the gray old old and are architecture monuments. Having come across the Big Ordyanka, a man falls on the Rauschsky embankment to the Moscow River. Here opens a breathtaking view of the surface of water, to the Big Moskvoretsky Bridge and the legendary Stalinist highness.

Going through this bridge, a person turns out to be in the "heart" of the capital of the Russian Federation - on. On it you can walk for hours, examining each stone:

· Spasskaya tower and gate leading to the Kremlin;

· Cathedral of Basil Blessed, built by Ivan Grozny;

· Monument Minin and Pozharsky;

· Frontal place;

· Famous mausoleum;

· Museum of history;

· Press George Zhukova;

· Alexander Garden;

· Monument to the most mysterious Russian writer Fyodor Dostoevsky.

To admire, make beautiful panoramic photos, you can get on the bridge directly from the territory of the park itself. The entrance is free.

This is not the entire list of local attractions. Next, you need to move on the revolution on the new Arbat, where the cinema is artistic.

Then, bypassing Boulevard RingThe person turns out to be at one of the most religious places in Moscow - the old Arbat.

Wall of Tsoi

This route ends on this.

Among the most different tourist directions of the world special place It is occupied by hiking routes for those who like to overcome obstacles, stay for overnight stays in tents, stay alone with majestic nature, wander through sacred places and just walk on foot. Learn about the most interesting hiking of the world, and you may want to go on these routes.


1) Mount Kailas, Tibet

Suitable for: Yogis and everyone who is looking for spiritual enlightenment

Distance: 50 kilometers


Legendary climber Reinehold Messner Somehow received a reward in the form of permission to conquer Kailas, the mountain, which is considered sacred in 5 religions. According to Hindus, a beautiful pyramidal mountain of about 6700 meters high is on the place where Shiva sits in meditation. This mountain is considered sacred at Buddhists, adherents of Jainism (one of the Indian religions) and the religion of Tibetans Bon. Messner decided that it was not necessary to conquer the vertex and lay the way through the holy places where the man's leg did not go before it. When the Spanish team of climbers planned the rise in 2001, Messaner warned that this vertex was too complicated. The top of Kailas still remained uncompaired, although the Chinese government began building the road at the site of the sacred path of pilgrims, which is called "bark."



Although the Mountain itself is a prohibited place, overcoming 50 kilometers around it is considered an important ritual. Although Kailas is a mountain that is not available for climbers, it attracts many pilgrims who come here to find grace. On the way, you can find the perfect sites for meditative practices in the waterfalls, the sacred cave Zutal-Bunch, the Dolm-La Pass pass at an altitude of 5600 meters.

When to go: From April to September. A large number of companies offer tours that can travel to Tibet, and then to Mount Kailas.



For dedicated: After you overcome the bark, plunge into the water of the nearest lake Manasarovar. This lake is one of the most highly mountain lakes in the world, it is located at an altitude of about 4,600 meters above sea level. Hindus believe that the lake has the property of cleaning swimsters, swimming in this lake is the final stage of the sacred path of pilgrims.

2) Israeli National route, Israel

Suitable for: Those who love hiking over long distances with visiting ancient and modern historical sites.

Distance: 900-1000 kilometers



The Israeli National Route (IUM) passes through a huge desert, where you can meet biblical landscapes, and also get acquainted with the daily life of modern Israelis (it is possible to stop with such cities like Tel Aviv and Jerusalem). However, in addition to the dive in history, this route will help you to contact the fact that it is often overwhelmed in the descriptions and headlines - the majestic beauty of the untouched places of the Middle East. In the south, the trail intersects the Negev desert, in which the nomads of Bedouin still live. Here you can also meet the long-legged nubian goats, and the spring desert is filled with the aroma of wild flowers. On the way, you can find not so much water, although the route passes through many more humid places.



The path begins from the north of the country to the Galilee Lake, then goes to the Mediterranean Sea along the beaches of Tel Aviv and heads through the entire country south to the city of Eilat on the Red Sea with stops in many interesting places.

The IJM undoubtedly allows tourists to see everything that is of great value for Jews and Christians. On the way, they will be able to make a real climbing to the Favor's mountain at a height of 588 meters. It is at this mountain that the Varak mentioned in the Bible broke the army of the Sisar, the commander of the Asa Tsar Javin. Mountain heights Carmel is sacred for Jews and Christians, as well as for Muslims Ahmady and adherents of other religions. Here will meet more modern historical places, for example, Metzudat Koach Memorial, built in honor of 28 soldiers who defended the fortress during the 1948 Arab-Israeli conflict. This memorial is a reminder of still existing stress between Israel and Palestine. The national route still remains safe and is far from hostilities. Local residents are happy to take tourists to their kibbutz, demonstrating good hospitality.

When to go: Spring (from February to May) - best time In order to start the journey. However, it should be remembered that the summer in Israel is distinguished by particularly hot weather.



Shorten path: The route is divided into 12 smaller sections, each of which includes a lot of interesting, so if you do not have the ability to overcome all the way, the route can be reduced.

For dedicated: The greatest blessing can come in the form of "way angels" that offer hand help. These are real people who are willing to help tourists completely disinterestedly.

3) Dragons of Mountains, South Africa

Suitable for: Professional travelers. The route on the Dragon Range of the Mountains requires tourists of excellent preparation and acquaintance with travels in Africa. Although many non-professionals can use the help of guides.

Distance: 65 kilometers



The African people of Zulus call these mountains ukhahlamba., i.e "Barrier from the barley." Daily vertical mountains from volcanic basalts rise over ancient sedimentary rocks. Mountain Dragons - the highest mountain chain South Africa, which is crowned with an amphitheater - a stone wall with a height of 1 kilometer and a length of 5 kilometers. This mountain range forms the natural boundaries between South Africa and the state of Lesotho, and the Dragon Park of the Mountain is protected by UNESCO as the object of world heritage.

The path through these stunning landscapes begins with large leading up stairs, which allow you to climb the most top of the mountain range at the Mount-Aux-Sources Plateau, where the river Tugel throws its waters from a height of 950 meters and is divided into 5 waterfalls, forming the second waterfall in height in world. The path lies through the plateau, from where the wonderful look opens and where you can gain on the shepherd huts. Further on the way you can see many beautiful places, waterfalls and rivers, until you get to civilization and mountain hotel Cathedral Peak Hotel..



In the dragon mountains is also full of caves. One of them is exactly named their rat hole, as it is not necessary to go there those who suffer from claustrophobia. Other caves are quite large, for example, Cannibal Cave, which was a shelter for Bushmen, who pursued Zulus and White Migrants. They left artworks on the walls, which illustrate their connection with these unique mountains. Dragons Mountains are one of the most important archaeological sites on the continent. Having been in these caves, you can feel the eternity of these places.

When to go: From March to May.



Shorten path: The Mont-Aux-Sources Plateau Path covers 20 kilometers by going through this route, you will have to climb the chain stairs. This journey will take a whole day. The path to the river Tughela takes another long day, in which you will need to overcome the distance of 21 kilometers to get to the second in the height of the waterfall. Cathedral Peak Hotel (10 more kilometers on foot) can be reached by the Cathedral Peak Hotel.

For dedicated: Self popular places The placement of the camp attract small vorays, so you should be careful and better stop on tourist bases Or shoot huts. Also not the best idea to travel alone.

4) Cinque Terre Park, Blue Trail, Italy

Suitable for: Families (if you travel with the children tedious, you can drive a part of the way by train), romance seekers, Euroophilos and elderly travelers.

Distance: Approximately 11 kilometers between 5 Towns directly by Sentiero Azzuro ( "Blue Tropez"). You can lengthen and complicate yourself a trip, sometimes turning from the main route.



Since the author of the Ginckwe-Terre Torre Park, Rick Stevet, with delight, described the charm of these places, was greatly popular and became one of the most desirable places in Europe for visits to tourists. The Blue Trail, also known as the path number 2 is the most famous route for which thousands of tourists walk through on foot. The trail connects 5 picturesque villages and towns - Monterosso al-Mare, Rernatza, Cornilla, Manarola, Riomaggore - which are located on the coast Mediterranean Sea. Despite the huge influx of tourists, the charm of these places was not lost. These towns have retained an old spirit. Vernatza particularly resembles a fabulous town with bright small buildings that crowd at the very edge of the water.



A blue trail runs along the rocky coast of the Ligurian Sea, which in some places is so cool that you can only go on foot. The trail passes by vineyards, and it offers stunning views of cities and mountains. The sun, the smell of wild herbs, the noise of the sea - all this creates a romantic aura, which is touched even the most insensible cynics.

The blue trail has a large number of different branches, small trails that climb up the slopes and where you can hide from the crowd of noisy tourists and see what cannot be seen. You will not spend in vain time. The secret of this trail is not at all to enjoy a walk, but dolce Far Nient - "Delightful idleness"You can enjoy when you get to the village and can relax and relax with a glass of cold white wine from the grapes that you have seen along the way.

When to go: Spring, but especially autumn - the best time, as fewer tourists come there and not so hot. In the summer there is a strong heat and extraordinarily many people, especially in August.



For dedicated: If you have not done a pre-reservation in advance and decided at the last moment to rent an apartment or room at the hotel, the city of Kornilil is best for bedtime, as it is not at the shores of the sea and there are more free places. It is also located in the middle of the way, which is also convenient if you break your trip for 2 days.

5) Trail Yoshid, Volcano Fuji, Japan

Suitable for: All who wish to take part in the cultural tradition of the Japanese.

Distance: In fact, there are a few trail to the top of Mount Fuji, but the most popular - yoshid trail - has a length of 13 kilometers.



Many travelers who prefer to walk on foot will say that the path to the top of Mount Fuji is one of the easiest trails in the world. Fuji volcano has a height of 3776 meters above sea level and is the highest point of Japan. Moreover, this mountain conquer more often than anywhere in the world. Every year, 300 thousand people rises at its top. It is very simple to get there, as up to 4 major transshipment points on the road to the top can be reached by public transport from Tokyo.



On the way to the top you can stay in the cafe and eat noodles, or sit at the fire in the hut, but if you want to watch the dawn from the top of the volcano, the company is most likely to be thousands of travelers, from which only one third is the Japanese. Maybe you will not be able to enjoy the virgin nature, but at least make a cultural journey that happens in life. Remember the Japanese saying: "You will be smart if you take one time on Mount Fuji, and a fool, if you do it again."

When to go: Officially, the season lasts from July to August. Tourists are less in June and September, but at this time can be closed cafes, and public transport goes much less. In winter, climbing equipment and special preparation are required for lifting on Fuji.



For dedicated: You will not be able to avoid the crowd, but if you use one of the little-known trail, you have a chance that traveling will be much less. For example, one of such a trail is a Gotemba trail, which reaches a length of 16 kilometers and allows you to rise to a height of 1440 meters.

6) Santa Cruz Path, Cordillera Blanca Mountain, Peru

Suitable for: Mountaineer-lovers and travelers, those who want to learn more about the roads of Inca, as well as for those who dream to rise to a big height, but do not want to go to Himalayas.

Distance: 50 kilometers and more



While the Himalayas attract more attention to those who want to get as high as possible, the Cordillera-Blanca Mountains in Peru offer no less exciting travel closer to the sky, while they are less boring than the familiar Asian routes to mountain vertices. Also, this journey can be an excellent alternative to the campaign to Machu Picchu, where the sea of \u200b\u200btourists flowing along the roads of the Inca flows. Cordillera Blanca Mountains have one feature - this ridge contains the richest collection of giant vertices in the Western Hemisphere. There are 33 vertices that reach a height of 5,500 meters, and 16 - more than 6000 meters, including Mount Wascharan (6768 meters), the highest mountain in Peru. The mountain range reaches a width of 20 kilometers, and in length - 180 kilometers.



There are many epic trails that are wagging between these subtropical mountains with ice vertices, but if you follow the path of Santa Cruz, you can see all the main attractions of these places, overcoming the path in just 4 days. It is the easiest way to get high in the mountains, to experience what is a big height.

The journey begins in the pretty city of Uaras, which is often called "Capital of Hiking Peru". Here you can hire a conductor, or to get acquainted with the same soul adventures, or learn about some other routes.

When to go: From April to September. At this time, the weather in the mountains is suitable for walking.



Shorten path: There are many one-day walks that also begin in Wararas. You can get to the amazing blue waters of the Laguna-Churour Lake, which is located at an altitude of 4450 meters away 10 kilometers from the city.

For dedicated: In Warase in a cafe Andino. You can drink coffee, get acquainted with like-minded people and find out detailed information about the status of the trail, since the recent landslides blocked part of the Santa Cruz trail.

7) Trail Heidyuk, Utah and Arizona, USA

Suitable for: Lovers of loneliness, loyal travelers who are ready for several months to be alone in the wild, fans of red stones, who would like to explore this area during short hikes.

Distance: More than 1,300 kilometers divided into 14 segments.



Thanks to the writer, the defender of the environment, Edward Abbey, Haydyuk's path crosses six wonderful national parks of Colorado Plateau: Arches, Canyonlands, Capitol Reef, Bryce Canyon, Grand Canyon and Zion. The trail climbs to a height of 3480 meters to Mount Ellen not far from the Capitol reef, and then dives on the bottom of the Grand Canyon. On the way, you will be surprised by the beauties of the Grand Stairs - natural education, which consists of sandstone layers and limestone, bare rivers in the area that can tell the geological history of the ancient oceans and sand dunes.



On the way, travelers will meet countless amazing buildings created by nature itself: from unforgettable types of Grand Canyon to mysterious ruins of the Dark Canyon. Heidyuk is called "Path" only in a figurative sense. Most of this path does not have certain signs of designation, as the path lies through narrow gorges and wild places.

When to go: Spring and autumn - the best time, as the summer is too hot, and the water reserves are strongly depleted. In winter, this path will be difficult because of snow.



Shorten path: The entire path is divided into 14 separate sections that can be passed to gradually, or choose only one specific area.

For dedicated: This trail intersects with a large number of highways and dirt roads, which can be stocking provisions.

8) Route Lyigavegur, Iceland

Suitable for: Volcanogov and hiking travelers who wish to admire wild beauty of Iceland.

Distance: About 80 kilometers.



One of the most popular hiking routes in Iceland was closed when in the spring of 2010, the volcano Eyyafyadlayukyudl began to erupt, while blocking all the air traffic over the Atlantic and Europe. In fact, the first eruption took place in the area between the Eyyafyadlayukyudle glacier and the larger Glacier of Murdalsyukudle, as a result of which part of this tourist route, which makes it particularly magical, was under volcanic lava. When the volcano stopped erupting, in the same year the direction of the route was changed. New route It was even better: it was possible to visit new twins-craters of magnes and modes, which received their name on the names of the sons of Torah, skillfully appealing with the hammer of God's god. However, the chance to see what remained after the recent volcano eruption is not the only thing that attracts tourists to these places.



The quarter of the population of Iceland claims that believes in elves and other fabulous characters, and if you walk around the fields of frozen lava and see the mountains that will meet on this route, you will probably begin to believe in them. These intricate landscapes with ice caps of two glaciers and extending the North Atlantic on the horizon will form your imagination. The road goes deep into the Tormerk, the park where you can find quite a few trees, which in these places is very rare. On the way, you can find well-equipped huts and many locals. The final segment of the path leads to the village of Skegar and the gorge, where you can see one waterfall after another, including the amazing waterfall giant Skhagafoss with a height of 60 meters. If the volcano is still eruption, then this route will be closed again, or changed, so it is worth going to Iceland until it's too late.

When to go: From the end of June to mid-September. According to Icelandic tradition, on this route should be sent during the summer solstice, so closer to these dates will be accompanied by traces. Indeed, this route has become so popular that I was called Lyigavegure - in honor of the main Reykjavik Boulevard.



Shorten path: You can overcome only 20-25 kilometers, cross the park of the TORMERK and reach the Waterfall Scaugafoss. Going around 1 day.

For dedicated: Despite the remote location from major cities, in the summer there is regular flights Buses from Reykjavik to the starting point of the route.

9) the path of St. Jacob and the road of the French kings, Spain

Suitable for: True pilgrims and tourists who want to walk in Europe.

Distance: 760 kilometers



The path of St. Jacob or the road to the Cathedral in the city of Santiago de Compostela in the north of Spain, where the grave of St. James, in the days of the Roman Empire and the Middle Ages was trading. All those walked by this expensive were not necessarily believing, the path is quite popular and today and is considered one of the best pedestrian trails in Europe.

There are many roads leading to the holy place, many of which are supported in good condition, but the most popular tourists have the road to the French kings, which is read in France in the city of Saint-Jean-Pie de Pore, runs through Pyrenees and leads to the most The heart of Galicia with stops in such cities as Leon and Pamplona. The last city is famous for the fact that the bulls will be held there in July.



Since along the road of the French kings there are many tourists, and it is included in the UNESCO World Heritage List, it is well supported, and there are even special signs on the way that symbolize pilgrimage. Many hotels and free access to provisions make it possible to relax along the way and do not have problems with food and water. It is very nice to stay in some small town on the way, listen to the stories of pilgrims, enjoy a glass of local wine. If you go at night, do not forget to look at the sky: the path of St. Jacob runs parallel to the Milky Way.

When to go: In the spring and autumn in these places is not so hot and less tourists arrive here. It is better not to go hiking in August when all Europe is on vacation.



Shorten path: The English road is usually chosen by pilgrims who go to Spain from England, and then get to Santiago de compostela on foot. This way is much shorter, its length is only 70 kilometers and it begins in the port city of A-Coruna.

For dedicated: If you really want to overcome this path from religious considerations, you should get a pilgrim passport, which is a kind of discount card, allowing you to pay less for housing and nutrition on the road.

10) Route Continental-Devid, Montana, Idaho, Wyoming, Colorado, New Mexico, USA

Suitable for: Devotees walking travelers. You can also choose shortened routes.

Distance: 3650 kilometers, 1340 kilometers has not yet been completed



Continental-Devid route passes through the United States along the Rocky Mountains, ranging from New Mexico to Montana. Unlike his east "fellow", the Appalachian route, Continental-Devid is quite complex and partially unfinished, it requires from tourists to raise through the forest thicket, break through the dirt roads, as well as bypass some places with the scene. Unfortunately, an organization that sent volunteers to lay the road and maintain a route, closed its doors in December 2011 due to problems with finance.



The soul of this route is wild untouched nature, the path runs through the National Parks Yellowstone and Gleisher. In some places of the route, you will intercept your breath, especially when high impassable rocks of the natural reserve Indian peaks in Colorado and the National Park will stand on your way Rocky Mountains. In the other place of the route you will meet a smooth red wyoming desert.

When to go: The choice of the right time for travel is very important in the region where the snow can overlap the path at any time of the year. Most of those who are going on a hike along this route start it in New Mexico in the spring with hope to get to the Canadian border before the storms begin.



Shorten path: There is a lot of opportunities to make shorter travels within the Route Continental-Devid. The best sites of the path are located in Montana, where the road runs through the protected areas of the centenary and Italian peaks.

For dedicated: In order to avoid tedious road roads, the Continental-Devid route community has made its own route that does not coincide with the official route.

11) Road Bibbulmun, Australia

Suitable for: Anyone: Starting from families with children to fastest walking lovers who want to meet the peoples of Southwestern Australia

Distance: Approximately 1000 kilometers from the city of Kalamund to Albani on southern coast Australia.



Unlike the Appalachian trail in the United States, the Bibbulmoon Road in Australia is a relatively young pedestrian route. He was developed by one of the local travelers who wanted people from cities to retire in the countryside and enjoy the beauty of wildlife. The route was opened in 1979, but until 1998 was not fully completed. However, this route is based on fairly old Australian traditions - hiking, which still take Australians-Aborigines often occupy months.

Bibbulmun is the name of the aborigines of these places, which still live here. The route will allow you to be alone with nature, see the flora and fauna, which is impossible to meet anywhere else in the world.



The route originates in the town of Kalamund, close to Perth and runs through eucalyptus forests, where, however, you can meet with snakes - a symbol of Bibbulmun. Here they often meet such snakes as the Australian Shiphvost and Tiger Snake, carelessly heat in the sun or silently moving along the forest more often. On the way, you can also meet with such rare creatures as Numbat or a Summer Agroo, which is something average between the cunnits and opossum, as well as the black-eyed silent cougaric, a carnivorous silent animal, which is threatened by local residents. Along the banks of the Donnelli River, 80-meter eucalyptus curry sheltered the Laurie's colorful parrots, who shrill in the crowns of trees.

In addition to wildlife, there is a social aspect on this route. In camps, broken for bedtime, you can meet with hiking tourists from all over the world, as well as Australians who want to get away from the stuffy cities and for many weeks wander around the continent to better understand themselves and unique places in which they live.



When to go: From September to November, when spring comes in Australia, or in the fall (from March to May). This is the best travel time. Those who want to go from north to south should begin the way in spring to avoid summer heat. And for those who want to go from the south to the north, it is better to go to the fall in the fall, so as not to meet with winter frosts.

Shorten path: It is easy to start a hiking campaign from any site of Bibbulmun. You can take a walk for 1 day or even less. If you want to choose a short journey, the best walks at the Donnelli River.

For dedicated: It is worth spending time while traveling to visit the towns that will meet along the way, or be located nearby. For example, Pemberton is engaged in the development of wine production since he received the official title of wine region in 2006, so it is necessary to overthrow to try South-West Australian Shiraz and Chain.

12) West Highland Path, Scotland

Suitable for: All who love to travel on foot and want to see remote areas of the Scottish Mountains.

Distance: 155 kilometers from Milngwei to Fort William.



Opened in 1980, as the first of the great paths of Scotland, the West Highland path goes to the very heart of one of the most severe and romantic landscapes of Scotland. The road passes through the Scottish Highlands, which helped to stop the onslaught of Romans in ancient times and maintain the Scots of a special national character.



Sometimes this road seems very large, melted by all winds, on the way you can admire the rocky peaks and mountain narrow valleys, like Glenko, climb the Devil's stairs, which is in the mountains of Aonah Yagach. On the way there is also a swampy plain early-Moore and a beautiful calm lake Loche Lomond.

On the way you are waiting for stops in local villages, such as Rovardennan, where travelers can relax and spend the night in a warm bed, take a walk in the vicinity of the lake or dare to try this Scottish Haggis with a local beer, which has a unique taste.


When to go: Scottish weather is famous for its unattractiveness even in the summer, but it is better to go hiking in the warmest months.

For dedicated: The path lies near the Ben-Nevis Mountain. Although its visit is not included in the official part of the route, however, you can optionally go to this attraction. Mountain is the highest point of Great Britain and has a height of 1344 meters above sea level.

13) Route Sheklton, South Georgia Island, South Atlantic

Suitable for: Researchers, travelers who have already been in the harsh conditions of Antarctica.

Distance: 35 kilometers from the Bay King Haicon to the former whaling station Stromnes, including a journey through the glacier.



Stuck in the ice of Weddell's sea for more than 9 months in 1915, the Antarctic Researcher Ernest Sheklton and his team were forced to leave their ship "endurance." Somehow with drifting ice, on boats, the team managed to get to the island of Elefiant. From this island, part of the team (5 people) at their own fear and risk went for help. They had to overcome about 1520 kilometers on one of the most severe seas of the Earth and get to the whaling base on the island of South Georgia. Because of the storm, their boat nailed on the other side of the island, so three of them had to go for help on foot, cross the whole island, his glaciers and mountains and finally get to people. Wonderful way they succeeded.



Today, the same way through the island of South Georgia can do hiking tourists. This journey is truly legendary, there are unpredictable icy mountains and clefts on the way. Thousands of penguins and marine elephants are going to the coast with black sand. This is a real paradise for bird lovers - countless of their species can be found along the way, including champped smoky albatrosters, southern giant petrels and polar stars. South George's island trip ends in the same place where Sheklton and his team got to help on the former whaling station Stromnes, which is abandoned today, and you can meet Penguins Gennet.



When to go: Antarctic summer begins on December 20 and ends on March 20, so this time is best suited for traveling closer to the southern pole. Shekletton was forced to cross the island in May.

Shorten path: You can significantly reduce your way and walk about 5.5 kilometers on foot for about half a day from Fortune Bay to Stromnes. This is the last part of the shelton path.

For dedicated: Most likely, you will need an accomplice service, as such travel is very dangerous. Staying on the island is very expensive and almost impossible. However, to go along the path of Sheklton there are so many wishing that the British government limited the number of groups up to 100 people.

14) The coast of the dead ships, the Peninsula Olympic, Washington, USA

Suitable for: Almost anyone. This is an easy way to good weather and the perfect walk with the whole family with backpacks, since "dear" is actually for the most part coast Pacific Ocean. On the way there is a large number of reservoirs left by tides, and there are also many surprises in the form of chips thrown on the shore.

Distance: Approximately 30 kilometers from Rialto Beach to Lesnia "Operate Lake". Next, the path lasts another 25 kilometers to the beach of Shi-Shi. All the way can also be overcome on suburban trainor by car for a 100-kilometer route.



The Olympic coast, which is located in the north-west of the United States, remains the same as whole epochs back - with all winds, isolated, rugged by powerful ocean waves, covered with massive logs and echoed algae. All this will make your walking journey unforgettable and special, you will not meet on the way of built-up beaches and noisy resorts.

However, these places are not suitable for scuba diving or skating on the waves. They were called "coast Dead ships"Not without reason. If you go from Rialto Beach, you will soon pass by the Norwegian Memorial, who was erected in honor of 18 young people who died here during the crash of the vessel Prince Arthur. In 1903, and then you will scope at the Chilean Memorial, a dozen cemetery of other sailors who died as a result of the crash of the vessel WJ Pirrie In 1920.



However, in general, this walk will not be sad. Beaches are part of the National Marine Reserve "Olympic Coast"which is full of life and very volatile: marine tides and fifth form limans, full of orange and purple stars, sea hero, Actinia and other international living beings. Black bears and moose sometimes go to the beaches. Sea lions And seals are arranged more comfortably on marine columnar cliffs. On the horizon you can see the whales shown from the water. These giant marine mammals are an integral part of the Maco culture, the local people, which still lives in the northern part of the park and has the legal right to hunt whales from their cedar canoes. If you live in these places for a while, you can plunge into the atmosphere of American life even before Europeans pressed here.



When to go: You can meet adverse weather here at any time of the year, there are many precipitation here. But in August and September, the weather is usually much better than in other months.

Shorten path: You can leave the car on one of the transshipment points on the beaches of Rialto, Opet or Shi-Shea and walk along the beaches as much as it wants.

For dedicated: Raccoons may be ruthless along the way. You should think about how best to hide food at night.

15) GR 20, Corsica, France

Suitable for: Travelers who are not afraid of big heights and love to eat tasty in the evening.

Distance: 180 kilometers



Unusually interesting European marching route Grande Randonnées. or, as they are often called, just GR 20 is a hiking a tourist route Corsica island in the Mediterranean, which is famous for the fact that Napoleon was born on it. On the island there are very steep mountains, including Mount Monte Chinto, a height of 2706 meters, which towers over the sea. Although many tourists come to this island mainly to wear out the sun on his famous fashionable beaches, many are directed immediately by dangerous mountain routes.



Although officially Corsica belongs to France, on the island there is a language close to Italian, and its culture. Locals often openly oppose the French government. This led to terrorist acts and murder for many years. However, there are no policy on tourist routes, there are travelers from all over Europe, they all wish to enjoy the beauty of the mountains, try local unique cheeses And chestnuts at the end of each part of the path. Tired travelers can pull local wines and go for the night in warm bed. All this makes the Route GR 20 one of the most "elite" tourist routes of the world.



When to go: In summer. In July and August, prepare that it will be full of people, however, in June and September, institutions and hotels are less open. In winter, there is a lot of snow.

Shorten path: If you do not have time for the whole way, you can visit only Cirque de La SolitudeWhere the road is so cool that travelers should hold on to the chains in the rocks in order not to break into the abyss. This is the most interesting part of the path.

For dedicated: If you want to get the night in one of the hotels, you should start your journey early in the morning. But even if you are used to bed late, you should not take too many products with you, because where it always exists.

16) Copper Canyon, Mexico

Suitable for: Lovers wander around the gorges and canyons of tourists who want to enjoy wildlife and get acquainted with the local culture.

Distance: 65 kilometers and a height of 6100 meters.



Copper canyon includes several canyons in the district of the Mexican Desert Chihuahua, which are formed by six rivers falling into the Rio Fierte River. Although none of these canyons are not longer than the Grand Canyon in the USA, some of them still have a greater depth. The deepest one is a Urrick Canyon, having a depth of 1880 meters. Stretching 40 thousand square kilometers on an area, this region is much larger than its northern neighbor. Railway tracks pass through the canyons, and the locals of Taraumar live in villages located in the most difficult-to-top places of canyons.



Copper canyon whose depth is about 1500 meters - most the best place For hiking, especially thanks to thermal sources At his day, ideal for rest during long hiking. The route runs in places where rivers are found on the way, so you need to have a transition skills through such obstacles. It is also sometimes necessary to go steep bypass tracks and use ropes. You can stay in local settlements for the night.

Taraumara settled in the canyons long before the arrival of the conquistadors and still continue to live there, observing many ancient traditions. They are also famous for knowing excellent running equipment barefoot. Tourists, of course, can hardly manage to do without good walking shoes while traveling on canyons. You should remember a small gift in respect to local residents.



When to go: This hike should be made in the offseason when there are no extreme temperatures - from March to April or from October to November.

For dedicated: The high depth of the canyon gives fluctuations in temperatures, so it should be well dressed. On one edge of the canyon can snow, and on the other - stand warm weather.

17) Great Himalayan Way, Nepal

Suitable for: Lovers of acute sensations.

Distance: The plot that is in Nepal extends 1600 kilometers in Himalayas. It is divided into 10 relatively lungs for the passage of sites. The entire route can be mastered for 4-6 months, if everything goes according to plan and weather favors travel. If you attach a maximum speed, the route can be passed in 50 days.



Although the concept of the Great Himalayan Path (VGP) is a new, pedestrian trails in the mountains have existed for a long time. In fact, the VGP cannot be called the way, this is an idea that covers the most highly mountain routes in the Himalayas through India, Pakistan, Tibet, attacked and butan, which lead according to the existing mountain paths and ancient shopping and pilgrimage paths. Although in other WGP countries - it remains the concept, in Nepal, the concept has become reality: a walking walk covers 1600 kilometers and includes climbing 8 kilometer vertices, including Everest. This route was first mastered by a group of tourists in 162 days in 2009. The grand idea of \u200b\u200bsuch a route should contribute to the development of responsible tourism in this country with such an unstable policy.



On the way you will meet with the most famous vertices, but they will act just the background. This test is to rise and descend on uneven terrain, overcome large heights. Also, it also falls the opportunity to see representatives of wildlife, for example, under threat of snow leopard, herd of blue rams and Tibetan bulls on the rocks, and in the forests - Takinov and Red Panda. On the way, many hotel huts, monasteries and tea cafes. In these places, the locals lived in centuries - Sheps, and now thousands of Western tourists come.



When to go: In the highlands of Himalayas, the weather is always unpredictable. April and October - the best months for the campaign. In summer, tourists should avoid monsoon seasons.

Shorten path: Each of the 10 sections of the path can be passed separately. The ways of Annapurna and Mustang in the shadow of such giants like Dhaulaagiri (8167 meters) and Annapurna I (8091 meters) are the most popular routes in Nepal and will take about 3 weeks.

For dedicated: If this route seems too frightening to you, but you still wanted to walk on Nepal and Himalayas, try the green route parallel, easier VGP version, where high-mountainous trails will not meet, and where it is not necessary to have technical climbers and depend on Weather. In the case of which you can easily deviate from the way, or go back.

18) Trail of Benton McKaye, Georgia, Tennessee, North Carolina, USA

Suitable for: Lovers overcome walk long distances.

Distance: 480 kilometers



It may seem strange that this long pedestrian route that runs in the southern States of America was named after Harvard graduate, a civil servant from the north of the country. Benton McCaye, founder Wildlife Lovers SocietyHe was a man who came the thought to establish one of the largest pedestrian routes in America - the Apalachian trail (AT). The officially trail of Benton McKaye was opened in 2005 after 20 years after his death, but this route could notice a lot of things that McKaye's thinking for AT.



This lonely, steep and sometimes misty trail originates from the mountain Springer in Georgia and crosses the Great Smoky Mauntin National Park, there are many nature reserves on her way. On this path, you will not meet the crowd of tourists, as, for example, on the Appalachian trail, and just a couple of your like-minded people who want to enjoy the beauty of wild protected areas.



When to go: To avoid summer heat, it is better to go on the road in spring or autumn.

Shorten path: You can go hiking, overcoming the distance of just 30 kilometers from the beech gorge on the track of Charolala-Skywood, capturing the Reserves of Chitico-Creek and Joyce Kilmer-Slikrok in the states of Tennessee and North Carolina.

For dedicated: Take a fishing rods with you. On the way, it will be possible to glorify the local and invasive types of fish, including a rainbow trout, a stream trout and an American goltz, as well as a bigger perch, a small perch and others.

19) Snowman Path, Bhutan

Suitable for: The biggest lovers of extreme, fairly prepared and secured travelers.

Distance: More than 320 kilometers, about 25 walkdill days. By law you must travel under the supervision travel company Bhutan.



The path of the snowman in Bhutan is the most difficult pedestrian tourist route on the planet. It has a length of about 320 kilometers, relatively little, but most of the route runs on very large altitudes - more than 5000 meters, and the highest point where you can get along the way - RINCHEN ZOE LA PASS It is located at an altitude of 5300 meters above sea level. At such a height, the weather is very unpredictable, and the mountain disease is a big problem. Approximately half of those who begin climbing, turn back, without coming to the finish. Plus, the road lies in the kingdom of Bhutan - a constitutional monarchy, which thoroughly controls tourists and requires considerable money for every day of stay.



Despite all the difficulties, this route is one of the best routes in the world. Thanks to the strict policies of Bhutan against tourists, you will not find such a large number of other tourists on the route as in Nepal. Instead, you will find yourself in the Asian kingdom from Western society, where there is no large movement of transport and mobile phones.

The route passes by the beautiful places, the city of Laya, the Liberty of the Local residents - the people of Layaup, as well as the village of Tanza at an altitude of 4,200 meters, where the accompanying persons change horses on Tibetan bulls to overcome a more complex part of the route that awaits you ahead. You will take the top of the mountains, hidden behind the clouds, at a height of 7 thousand meters above sea level. Today, Bhutan takes more tourists than before.



When to go: The opportunity to come to Bhutan is only in a short time in October, sometimes in April. At this time, you can avoid snowfall and rains that block the path to travelers.

Shorten path: The path around the Jomolhari mountain range with a maximum height of 7315 meters is a complex journey that lasts a week. The fighting path will take 5 days, it crosses the highlands between the city of Paro, in which the international airport is located and the capital of Takhimphu, which is known for the fact that there are no traffic lights.

For dedicated: The Government of Bhutan requires every tourist to pay $ 250 for each day of stay in the country. This price includes housing and nutrition. Thus, to overcome the path of the snowman, you need to prepare at least 8 thousand dollars. Alone to walk in Bhutan without accompanying the tour companies is prohibited.

20) International Appalachian Trail, USA, Canada, Greenland, Scotland, Spain, Morocco

Suitable for: Those who have already passed the American Apalachian path, but wants to continue the journey through the planet, as well as avid travelers who eat a passion for ancient geology.

Distance: Currently, the pedestrian route is 3000 kilometers from the end point of the Appalachian trail in Maine to the end point of the north-American trail, the village of Crown Head on Newfoundland Island.



Mat is an attempt to connect primitive mountain range, which crossed part of the supercontinent Pangea more than 200 million years ago before it was divided into several separate mountain chains. What remains from those vertices in North America, today is called the Mount of Appalachi in the United States. However, travelers know that this mountain range continues in Canada and further. The remains of those mountains extend from Labrador to Greenland, and then further on the European Continent - in Scotland, France, Spain and even pass through the Strait of Gibraltar in Morocco. This route was conceived by the former Governor State Maine Joseph Brennan, who wanted to connect cultures, which unites the total mountain range.



As a result, travelers can go hiking along the longest route, which covers the steep mountains of the Canadian Sea coast, the habitat of the moose and Caribou, as well as Belukh and other migratory whales in the St. Lawrence River. There will meet the cultures of both continents, places under the protection of UNESCO, for example, L'Hens-o-medical On the island of Newfoundland - the first wiking refuge, which reached America 500 years earlier than Columbus. This route was added to the northern part of Wimmannak, Greenland, and, most likely, at this stage of the way you will have to take dog's pagan. Interestingly, when you get to Morocco, the last country of the route, you probably need to go on the path on camels. More than any other pedestrian route, Mat, perhaps, can be considered a symbol of globalism of the new millennium.



When to go: Of course, such a big way will require travelers for many months of the road, but it is best to break it into pieces and try to get on the target of the warmer season - in the summer.

Shorten path: An interesting part of the path is waiting for you along the Gaspa Peninsula, where one of the Canadian National Parks is located. The route passes through the Mountain Chock mountains, where travelers can rise above the Valley of the River of St. Lawrence, stroll through the wild forests of the Eastern Coast of Canada.

For dedicated: In the mountains of Chik-Chok, which are located in the Canadian province of Quebec, there are excellent places to relax, where you can spend the night and stay. There are even hotels with a hot bath and sauna.


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For those who love hiking, kilometers of roads and a hiking backpack behind the shoulders, the "old woman" Europe prepared a lot of interesting things. In almost every country there are several dozen popular and not very trekking routes.

Choose strong boots - and go on the road!

Trail of St. Olaf.

Sweden - Norway

Immersion in the northern nature and culture of Scandinavia expects all travelers who have decided to pass in full or partially the path of Saint Olaf. It begins in the Swedish city of Selanger and ends in the GothicNidarossky Cathedral In Trondheim, Norway. The trail was abandoned for a long time, but after the joint efforts of the Swedish-Norwegian authorities they were put on the card and marked on the ground, opening the exciting page of their cultural heritage for pilgrims and tourists. The route runs through the forests, agricultural land, waterfalls to the symbol of Norway - fjords. Medieval churches, monasteries, traditional family farms complement the overall picture.

History

Saint Olaf is known in all Scandinavian countries. In the XI century, he became the first king of Norway, who managed to unite its areas into a single state. A lot of effort was spent on the country's Christianization and the fight against paganism. Olaf innovations met resistance from the old nobility, and soon he had to flee from Norway to Novgorod. In 1030, the king tried to return the Norwegian throne, but he died in battle. He was buried in the Nidaros Cathedral, and a year after death, was canonized. Thus, the trail of St. Olaf repeats the last path of the Norwegian king Olaf II according to the Scandinavian lands.

Route length

The length of the path through two countries, from the coast to the coast - 564 km. It is divided into several sites, for each of which detailed maps have been developed. By time, the passage of the entire route takes 25-30 days. Many travelers overcome the path in parts, others pass only the last plot, which leads from Stylistad through forests and agricultural fields in Trondheim (7 days).

Suitable season

Due to features geographic location The trekking season in Norway is short - from June to September. Most pilgrims are completing the path by the end of July to get to the feast of St. Olaf. It lasts a few days, and at this time there are many cultural events in Trondheim: medieval festivals, market days, exhibitions and concerts.

Helpful information

The holy Olaf trail is marked with special marks and is convenient for passing. Places for the night are located all over the route - from budget campings and farms to comfortable hotels. The most economical option is to take a tent. Of course, it will become an additional burden, but it will give complete freedom in choosing a place to relax. All items where you can eat and replenish the reserves of provisions and water are marked on the maps, so the map and compass are mandatory things for each tourist. Take advantage of the route and learn the details on sitesPilegrimsleden and pilegrim.

Blue trail

Italy

Cinque Terre National Park in Italy annually attracts millions of tourists. Hundreds of pedestrian routes run through its picturesque area. One of the most famous is the "Blue Trail", which connects small coastal villages among themselves and goes along the Mediterranean Sea.

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Former fishing villages - Monterosso, Vernazza, Corniglia, Manarola, Riomaggiore - are located a short distance from each other. Bright rustic houses hidden in rocks near the water, old castles, ancient facilities, vineyards and unforgettable landscapes will give many pleasant impressions. The trail takes place next to small beaches and bays, including many wild and secluded.

Route length

The "Blue Trail" is designed for travelers of all ages. Most of the route passes through the equal terrain, so it is suitable for families with children and elderly. All the way in 12 km can be mastered in 4-5 hours, and you can already divide for two days, stopping at night in one of the coastal villages. The main road has a lot of small branches for which it is also worth walking.

Suitable season

From mid-March to mid-October in Cinque Terre is a steady dry weather, which has hiking walks. But July and August are the hottest months. On the other half of the year, the trail can be closed for visiting due to protracted rains and small collaps.

Helpful information

The passage of the trail is paid. The cost varies within 5-8 euros, the price of the ticket depends on the number of open areas of the road. In high season, hotels and private pensions are in demand, so it is recommended to book a room in advance.

Ring Kerry

Ireland

To see Genuine Ireland with its Celtic folklore, fabulous forests, childbirth locks and hospitable locals can be traveling along the ring of Kerry. This is a circular route passing through the picturesque places of County County, in the southwest of Ireland. Untouched nature Region has always been particularly attractive for tourists, this road is the most popular tourist area In the country after Dublin.

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Most of the path loops along the coast Atlantic OceanTherefore, panoramic views and beaches are constantly found. And also - small fishing villages, in which you can stay and drink a pint of beer. In addition to the infant eye of the landscapes, travelers will see many medieval churches, fortresses, monasteries and other historical and cultural facilities. The main attractions of the route:

  • Killarney's town with the National Park of the same name, located nearby;
  • Abbey macross and generic castle Ross;
  • 19th-century mansion MacroS House;
  • Derrinen's House;
  • The village of Symenia and the ancient Fort An-Päge.

Route length

Ring Kerry is a road of 179 km starting in Killarney and the next clockwise to Kenmar and further. You can travel along the route by car, bike, motorcycle, tourist bus or on foot. Buses run B. summer season and stop only in the main items of the route. Excursion takes 5-6 hours.

For pedestrians, Kerry Ring is stretched to 215 km. The road passes a little higher than the track, opening beautiful landscapes for travelers.

The passage time depends on the degree of physical training and the capacity of the body to step for several hours in a row. But, in general, it is worth counting on 9 days.

The path is broken by 9 segments: Killarney - BlackValley - Glencar - Glenbeigh - Cahirciveen - Waterville - Caherdanie - Sneem - Killarney. The route is marked with the terrain of a walking man or yellow arrows.

Suitable season

You can walk along the ring Kerry at any time of the year. In the winter months, the occasion is snowing. It is worth being ready and rain. Weather in Ireland changeable, so see all 4 seasons in one day - an absolutely everyday phenomenon.


Route "Ring Kerry"

Helpful information

In this region there is no shortage of restaurants, cafes, hostels, hotels and other objects tourist infrastructure. They are marked on the map, which can be taken in tourist offices. Entrance to a number of cultural objects is paid. If you plan to visit each of them, it is better to buyspecial map . It gives the right to a free visit to all the objects of the cultural heritage of Ireland during the year. Detailed information about the route and.

GR 20.

France

Enjoy the beauty of I. natural wealth The Mediterranean Island of Corsica can be route with GR 20. Thanks to coniferous forests, alpine meadows and mountainous sites found in the way, it is called the most exciting track of Western Europe. On the territory of Corsica there are 128 mountain peaks, so lovers of the mountains here will especially like it.

History

The route was laid in the 70s of the 20th century, when the problem of population outflow is sharply stood on Corsica. The goal was to "revive" mountain pastures and do not let disappear with an ancient distillation paths between the villages. Soon was created national Park, and a little later, the trail received well-deserved fame among the locals and tourists.

Route length

GR 20, and this is 180 km of way, crosses the island from north to south and consists of two segments. Northern part Starts in Calenzana and ends in Vizzavona. Because of the steep slopes and uneven tracks, it is considered more complex, but also more picturesque. The southern segment stretches from Vizzavona to Conca and is convenient for passing beginner trackers. The entire route takes about 15 days of the road.

Suitable season

The best time for a hike in GR 20 is a period from June to September. The road requires an excellent physical form from a tourist and walking in rough terrain skills. In the offseason, the weather worsens and becomes unpredictable, which is dangerous for beginners. In the winter season, the track can be used only by experienced skiers with a guide, as most of the road is littered with snow.


Helpful information

The road is indicated by red and white rectangles on the rocks, boulders and trees. However, it's easy to get back from the way, so the area of \u200b\u200bthe area is better to capture with you. Throughout the route, mountain huts (refuge) are found every 4-8 hours, which offer basic accommodation and nutrition. The hut is a special one large room with wooden bars and mattresses. Places are filled on the principle of "who came first". A special area for the tents is fenced next to, break the tent in other places the park is not allowed. The cost of living and nutrition varies, on average this is 15 euros per bed in the house and 6 euros per person when placing in a tent.

GR 20 is a real goal where you can not do with one strong shoes, so it is necessary to decide in advance with the list of necessary things and arrive at the beginning of the path prepared. Information for hiking tourists about the nuances of the route and its updates are collectedonline .

Lycian trail

Turkey

To pass the Mediterranean Turkey of the Lycian path - an option for those who want to avoid crowded beaches and promoted tourist attractions. Instead, the route is saturated with landscapes of the Tavrian mountains, azure bays, rocky canyons, orange groves and picturesque ruins of ancient cities.

History

Lycia is an ancient civilization that has been located on the southern coast of modern Turkey for a long millennium. For a long time, Lycia remained autonomous, later became the province of the Roman Empire, and after the XI century it was conquered by Selzhuki. Best of all, from those times, the Lycian tombs carved in the rocks are preserved. They are easy to notice, moving along the trail. In addition, you can see with your own eyes:

  • the ancient cities of Fazelis and Olympos;
  • natural attractions - Butterflies Valley and Canyon Gainuk;
  • famous Lights Chimeras, forever burning on Mount Yanartash;
  • palgrim City of the World and the Church of St. Nicholas (famous in Orthodoxy as Nicholas Miracle);
  • picturesque coastal settlements Kabak, Oludeniz, Chirala;
  • endless Patars Beach and much more.

Route length

Lycian trail 540 km runs away from Fethiye to Antalya. It runs between the mountains and the coast on goat and pedestrian paths. Sometimes there are steep and stony slopes. Start point is located in the village of Oludeniz, two hours from Dalaman Airport. The end item is located near the international airport in Antalya. The entire route is designed for 29 days, but usually travelers are chosen to pass only a few sections of the road. Some of them run not far from settlements and are suitable for day walks.

Suitable season

The best time to pass the route - April-June and September-November. Summer in Licks is too hot and tedious for long walks, and in winter, tightening rains are possible.

Helpful information

Pointer Lycian trail - red and white rectangle. On winding areas, the rocks and stones are generously labeled, on the smooth path signs are less common. The wrong direction is marked on the terrain of the Red Cross. Although the card is considered optional for short walks, it will come in handy for long distances. It recorded the necessary information: sites overnight, settlements, drinking water sources. Every 10 km there are small villages, equipped with cells or private pensions in which you can spend the night. But in some areas of the way its own tent is the only option of rest, so it is worth carefully examining the information before going around.

More useful details about the trail and tips for tourists can be found .


Royal Trail (Kungsell)

Sweden

For harsh northern nature and ringing silence, you need to go to Sweden. Kungsell is one of the most famous foot trails of this Scandinavian country, which takes place behind the northern polar circle on fabulous Lapland. Pine, birch and fir forests, glaciers, mountain rivers and arrays - all natural diversity of this region is represented on the royal trail.

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The Swedish tourism association, which since the beginning of the 20th century, is trying to make the Arctic landscapes of the country available for local and foreign tourists from the beginning of the 20th century. The route runs along the picturesque mountains of Lapland and crosses:

  • Abisc National Park with the station of the same name. IN winter time this place becomes the center of pilgrimage of tourists who have come from all over the world to admire the Northern Light;
  • self high mountain Sweden - Kebnekays;
  • mountain villages Hemavan (Hemavan) and Tarnaby (Tärnaby);
  • lapland Treasures: national parks Stora Sjöfallet (Stora Sjöfallet), Pieljekaise and Sareks (Sareks).

Route length

About 440 km of the trails stretched out between the villages of Abisc in the north and Hemavan in the south. The route is divided into 4 sections (ABISKO-Singi-Kvikkjokk-Ammarnäs-Hemavan), each of which implies one week of the road. The most popular tourist part of the trail is a segment between the Abisc and Kebnekays.

Suitable season

Summer season, which is considered the best period to conquer the route, lasts from mid-June and until the end of September. In winter, namely from mid-February and until the end of April, the passage of the trail is possible on skis or snowmobile. In the off-season weather can be unpredictable due to the falling out of the early or late snow.


Helpful information

The trail stands out on the ground, and its uncomfortable areas are well equipped. The boardwalk covers too swampy soil, bridges built between mountain rivers, and there are crossings between lakes in the summer months. Almost along the entire route, huts were built, in which we can wait for bad weather, spending the night and cook food. Or for a small fee broke along the tent. Detailed information about the route is

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Walking along the capital is a real holiday for photographers, lovers of history and architecture. They will allow you to feel energy modern CityThey will inspire new accomplishments, allow to remain in good physical form. All you need for a walk is a comfortable dress and shoes, a camera and a well-thought-out route.

Metro Station "Lubyanka"
There are many parks, buildings and beauties in the capital to get around them, not one day will be required. Therefore, the first introductory route is better to build in the city center. It is convenient to start with Lubyanskaya Square, where the metro station is located. From here you should go on a lively Nikolskaya street.

Nikolskaya street
Nikolskaya Street is one of the oldest in Moscow. In the XIX century, there were the offices of large entrepreneurs, an elite restaurant and a prestigious hotel. Currently, the first floors of old houses are given under the expensive boutiques and shops. From 2013 after reconstruction, Nikolskaya Street became a pedestrian. Here reigns the perfect order, there is a place to rest.

Red Square
After passing by the Nikolsky series and the Kazan Cathedral, the German Square opens to the participants of the pedestrian marathon. Its architecture and greatness can be admired endlessly. However, you should not charge the rhythm of steps. You should pass the square to the end and head towards the Great Zamoskvoretsky bridge.

Kremlin embankment
Prospect-embankment extends along the South Kremlin Wall. From the waters of the Moscow River, it separates Parapet, near which you can admire the surrounding landscapes. Between the roadway and the wall of the Kremlin there is a lime alley. Wide crowns of relict trees will allow a little rest before the movement towards a new goal.

Church of Christ the Savior
The majestic temple of Christ the Savior with golden domes perpetuated the memory of victory over the French in 1812. During the walk of the walk, it is worth limking to his external inspection and go to the Patriarch Bridge.

Patriarch Bridge
The elegant bridge was built in 2004, stylized under the architecture of the XIX century. It crosses the Moscow river and drainage channel, connects the territory of the Cathedral of Christ the Savior with the Yakiman, Bersenev and Prechistenskaya embankments. Walk through the bridge - the ability to enjoy picturesque views and feel river cool.

Institute "Arrow"
From the height of the Patriarchal Bridge, you can see the building of the modern Institute of Media, Architecture and Design "Arrow". It is founded in 2009, activities are aimed at improving the appearance of modern cities.

Moscow, Bersenevskaya Embankment, 14, p. 5a


Kropotkinskaya (Sokolnicheskaya Line)



Museum - Art Park
Last paragraph pedestrian route - Park "Museum". Here you can stay, translate your breath and slowly inspect the open-air sculptures. The collection is divided into several thematic areas and demonstrates more than 1000 works of Soviet and Russian sculptors. The park is often held concerts, photo exhibitions, sporting events. Perhaps they will be able to get and relax after the active marathon.

Moscow, ul. Crimean Val., 2


Oktyabrskaya (annular line)



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