Wildlife, untouched by human hand, original sights, excellent places for fishing, clean air - these are all Karelia. One of the most beautiful regions of Russia is becoming increasingly popular for tourists who are attracted by forests, rivers, lakes and uncharted expanses.
If you do not want to spend money on hotels, then think about a vacation in Karelia with tents.
Why are campsites in Karelia so popular?
A lot of tourists come to Karelia in order to relax with family or friends on the shore of a reservoir, admiring the local beauties. Some of them prefer to spend the night on their own, but most choose already equipped places. Camping accommodation is an interesting and inexpensive way to travel around Karelia. Often around you will be rich forest and fishing land.
Sandal Camping
Campsites in Karelia are not ubiquitous, and Sandal is one of the most popular and favorite campgrounds for tourists . The picturesque lands and Lake Sandal are attracting more and more tourists. The base is 22 km from the city of Kondopoga and 60 km from the capital - Petrozavodsk. It is ideal for those tourists who decide to independently explore as many sights of Karelia as possible . The camping infrastructure is modest; this is done so that the guest feels far from the bustle of the city. Here, right on the territory, you can pick mushrooms and berries, and the paths go straight through the forest. Perfect unity with nature!
Campsites in Karelia on the shore
In addition to the campsite “Sandal”, Karelia can offer tourists such campsites as “Syamozero”, “Rantala”, “Aleksandrovka”.
- Camping on Syamozero is 65 km from Petrozavodsk and has a beautiful sandy beach.
- Base "Rantala" is divided on the banks of the river Ladoga, loved by many tourists. It consists of four small houses, next to which there is a summer kitchen, a place for barbecue, toilet and shower. Each house has a refrigerator and TV. Camping in Karelia with Rantala tents can offer accommodation with electricity (runs from the generator from 21:00 to 9:00) or without (in this case, the rental price is reduced).
- Camping "Aleksandrovka" is located on the banks of Pertozero (this is one of the cleanest lakes in Europe). It is 50 km from the capital of the region. Like all campsites in Karelia, Aleksandrovka has a special range of services. You can use the sauna, conference room, laundry, equipment rental and hotel for pets. There is also a mini-factory for the production of wine and a tasting room. Nearby is a cozy house church, in which tourists often confess and get married. There is also a stable where you can take horses and deer for walks and safaris.
Car campings of Karelia
Popular in the region and camping. The best of them will be described below.
- "Alekka" - is located in a pine forest, 66 km from Petrozavodsk, on the shore of Syamozero. Here you will find buildings for accommodation with or without amenities, a platform for autotrailers, a campground, a cafe, a bathhouse and other entertainment for any time of the year. In summer, fishing, boating, kayaking and biking are popular here, in winter - skiing, ice skating, winter fishing. All necessary equipment can be rented.
- "Frigate" - camping in Karelia with tents, a place for trailers and cottages. In the north of the region it is the largest campsite. In addition, it is located very close to the border with Finland, which provides additional opportunities for excursions. The base is located 1.5 km from Kostomuksha.
- Car camping in the village of Vygostrov is located in a picturesque and environmentally friendly place (as, indeed, all campsites in Karelia). The distance to the city of Belomorsk is 10 km.
The recreation center "Canapel"
Many tourists are looking for camping in Karelia with fishing. You can combine business with pleasure on the basis of Kanapelka. It is located in the village of Tiurula, surrounded by coniferous forest. The forest offers tourists mushrooms and berries. For people who do not like such walks, of course, there is fishing! By the way, the catch can be prepared here at the stake.
Lake Ladoga is rich in various fish, here are whitefish, trout, and pike perch. You can fish both in the lake and in an artificial pond in the territory of the Kanapelka base. Organization of hunting is also possible (by agreement with the management). You can camp in the mainland or island campsite. You can rent a tent and all the necessary equipment. Do not forget that the parking of a personal car when placing in a campsite is paid.
Karelia is an extraordinary land. Its corners are beautiful at any time of the year.
Clean air, ponds full of fish, magnificent forests will not leave anyone indifferent. If you have long wanted to be alone with nature and relax in an ecologically clean place, then camping in Karelia is for you!