The Pirogovskoye Reservoir, which is part of the Klyazma River and a cascade of other reservoirs, is part of the Moskva River Basin, an important waterway in the capital that supplies its resources to almost every third throne resident daily. Tens of kilometers of the water protection zone are carefully monitored. Accidental travelers are not allowed here, in order to avoid possible pollution and contamination of the water supplied to Muscovites. However, guests and residents of the capital have a unique opportunity to spend weekends and holidays, visiting the sandy beach in Pirogovo, enjoying a clean reservoir and a small number of vacationers.
Reservoir
Pirogov reservoir, as part of a larger, Klyazma reservoir, located in the Moscow region, in the north of the capital, just ten kilometers from the Moscow Ring Road. The exit to its shores is partially closed for free access by holiday villages and low-rise housing complexes, but on foot you can reach almost anywhere on its coastline. Each bay and bay has its own beach. There are many such places in Pirogovo, for example, the Bay of Joy or the Quiet Bay. Partially the coastal zone of the reservoir is closed to visitors, especially in places of selection, in the vicinity of pumping stations. This area is called recreational, located in a forest belt and is a regime. The police here are guarding around the clock.
How to get there
Those wishing to enjoy a cool pond on a hot sunny day have a natural question: "Where is the beach in Pirogovo? How to get to it by public transport?" We answer - everything is quite simple. Buses No. 314 (to Mytishchi station) and No. 438 (to Chiverevo settlement) daily run from Medvedkovo metro station (south exit). After the village of Chelobitevo, you can go out at any stop and go to the shore, but it is better to get to the stops "Dock", "Podrezovo", "Mikrorayon Pirogovo", "Sorokino", "Chiverevo", "Ostashkovo" or "Bay of Joy". Once at any of these stops, you can find your own beach. A shuttle bus No. 166, No. 279 also departs from Pirogovo from metro station Medvedkovo. From the metro station "Komsomolskaya" on suburban trains you can get to the station "Mytishchi". Travel time is about 25-30 minutes. From there, on buses No. 22, 26, 31, including the bus route No. 314 or local minibuses, you can also get to the beach in Pirogovo. From the metro station "Altufevo" by bus number 273 you can get to the village of Povedniki, and from there you can already go to the shore of the reservoir through the forest or holiday villages. By water - from the Khimki river port, in the summer there is the opportunity to swim to the pier Pirogovo. The river bus leaves on average every 30-40 minutes. Children under 5 years old travel for free, an adult ticket is about 400, and a child ticket is 150 rubles.
For money
Every year, paid beaches in Pirogovo attract more and more vacationers to their protected spaces. For example, the Malibu entertainment complex sells entry tickets (sandy beach of the reservoir) for 500 rubles (600 rubles from July 1 to August 15), or for 1000 per person (1200 rubles per season) for a beach with pools. The price includes the rental of a sun lounger, the use of changing cabins, attraction services, children's animation and entertainment programs. Renting a beach towel will empty the guest’s wallet for another 250 rubles. Another paid beach in Pirogovo - “Flagman”, will cost the vacationer much cheaper. Entrance there costs only 50 rubles., Parking - 250 rubles. And you can rent a sunbed for only 30 rubles. "Birch PARK" - a new equipment near the water offers its guests both the rental of spacious tents for public events (650 sq.m. from 70,000 rubles), and secluded wooden arbors for family leisure (1,500 rubles). Renting a catamaran will cost guests 900 rubles per hour or 2500 rubles per day. There are also rides and cafes on the beach.
Reviews
It is always pleasant to escape from the dusty bustle of workdays and relax, soaking up the sun on the shore of a reservoir. Especially if you can still swim there, have fun on the rides and have a tasty snack. All these benefits can be obtained by those who decide to visit Pirogovo Beach. The reviews of guests who have been here amaze with their warmth and desire to return here again and again. Vacationers note a high level of service, comfortable sun loungers, the presence of changing cabins and clean toilets. Many people praise security, highlight interesting entertainment and animation programs. Someone is pleased with the presence of a secure parking lot, while others are pleased with the proximity to the capital and the availability of public transport. In a word - no one is dissatisfied!