Anapa is one of the most famous resorts in Russia. The resort town is famous for its wonderful climate, good beaches, warm sea. However, these are not all the advantages of this place. Many tourists come here not only for a beach holiday, but also for new experiences. And this, of course, is a visit to interesting and mysterious places. Today our path lies from Anapa to Abrau-Durso.
Abrau-Durso is a small village located on the Black Sea. The double name is not accidental here. Indeed, in fact, these are two towns located seven kilometers from each other. Abrau is located on the shores of a lake of the same name, and Durso - on the shores of the Black Sea coast. Seven kilometers separating the two villages lie along a mountain road. I would like to talk a little more in detail about this amazing place and its main attractions.
Legend and Attractions
How to talk about Abrau-Durso, without mentioning the beautiful legend associated with this place? A love story of a poor shepherd and a rich girl whose parents were against unequal marriage. Once, the father said that the whole village would disappear underground rather than allow this marriage. During one of the holidays, when the rich began to throw bread cakes instead of disks in front of the poor and hungry, the higher forces were angry and sent the whole village underground with its inhabitants. At this place Lake Abrau was formed.
The girl who was at that time with her lover, when she was returning home, saw that there was a lake at the place of settlement. In desperation, she rushed off the cliff, but did not drown, but ran through the water surface in search of her relatives. They say that where her foot stepped, the lunar path is still visible - its traces.
One of the main attractions of this place is the freshwater lake Abrau. The pond is very clean, but almost opaque. But it never blooms. Scientists still have not figured out its true origin. Although there has been debate about this for more than a decade: some connect education with past landslides, others claim that the lake is the remnant of an ancient freshwater basin, a third group of scientists suggests that the basin in which the lake is located was formed as a result of failure.
Lake Abrau is recognized as a natural monument and is under state protection. Therefore, movement on it is possible only on non-motorized boats. The lake reaches 2.5 km in length and about 600 m in width. It is one of the largest freshwater lakes in the Krasnodar Territory. Along the shore are various sculptures, monuments, flower beds. The beauty of this place is simply impossible to convey in words.
But there is another attraction, which many tourists know firsthand, is the Abrau-Durso champagne factory. It is amazing that the main storehouse of sparkling grape drink is located in a rock, where the microclimate is maintained all year round, necessary to achieve the best tastes of champagne. The factory was opened in the 19th century and is still operating.
Abrau-Durso is worth a visit. Here you will be offered and tasted champagne, and wandering around wine storages, they will talk about technologies and the preparation of the most popular New Year's drink. Seeing the mass production of champagne with your own eyes - isn't that great?
Excursion
So, how do you get from Anapa to Abrau-Durso? The very first and most common option is to buy a guided tour. They are sold in Anapa at almost every step, in every hotel and boarding house. Therefore, this path is chosen by most tourists. Excursions include visits to the winery and the lake.
Travel by car
The simplest and, of course, the budget option is to get from Anapa to Abrau-Durso by car. After all, the distance is very small, only about 60 km. In time, the road takes about an hour along the route A-290. The road is not very good. Therefore, it is highly not recommended to overclock, go overtake or exceed the speed limit. In season, travel time usually increases, because there are a lot of people who want to visit this amazing place, which is why traffic jams form on the roads.
The beginning of the path lies along the highway to Novorossiysk. Then you need to proceed to the village of Tsemdolina. After the village, go to the traffic police post, turn right and follow about 10 km to the village of Glebovskaya, and then turn right again to Abrau-Durso.
And of course, do not forget to bring cameras and cameras with you to capture this unforgettable journey.
Regular bus
This path lies through Novorossiysk. Daily, from Anapa city bus station, regular buses to Novorossiysk leave almost half an hour every day. Arriving in Novorossiysk, you need to change to bus number 102. The situation with the bus is more complicated, as it runs much less frequently - once every 2 hours. Travel time from Novorossiysk is about an hour.
There are also minibuses, the cost of which is about 50 rubles, but they go literally every 20-30 minutes.
From Novorossiysk you can also get to Abrau-Durso by taxi, for such a trip they will take at least 200 rubles. But bargaining has not been canceled.
Train and taxi
Now about two, perhaps, the most expensive options. The distance from Anapa to Abrau-Durso is just over 60 km. Therefore, a taxi in both directions, most likely, will cost more than renting a car.
From Anapa to Abrau-Durso trains do not go. Therefore, you will have to travel by train to Novorossiysk from Krymskaya station, which, in turn, will also have to be reached by train or bus. And from Novorossiysk, as mentioned above, either by bus or by minibus.
The train ride will cost the most, and it can be called the most uncomfortable.
Is the place suitable for relaxation
For those tourists who do not like the noisy beaches of Anapa, Abrau-Durso is the perfect option for a relaxing break. Here you can also find pensions, recreation centers, hotels. How long does it take to travel from Anapa to Abrau-Durso? A little over an hour. But significant differences between a large resort city and a small village are immediately visible. A small village with several shops, fresh air, an empty beach. All the conditions in order to find unity with nature, put in order thoughts, relax, take a walk in picturesque places. For those who are looking for privacy, but want a relaxing beach holiday, Durso is more suitable. For those who are looking for a more picturesque place and are not averse to relaxing on the small beach of the lake, welcome to Abrau.
Conclusion
The path from Anapa to Abrau-Durso is colorful and incredible in its beauty. Abrau-Durso itself is a place of incredible beauty. It is here that the largest and most beautiful freshwater lake in the Krasnodar Territory is located, in which a large number of various fish, crayfish and crabs are found. Here you can meet swans who have chosen this place. Beautiful landscapes, magnificent photos, unforgettable impressions. If you were lucky enough to relax in Anapa, then Abrau-Durso must visit.