You can spend your time pleasantly and usefully, traveling around Moscow and the nearest areas by bicycle. Such walks are not only fascinating, but also contribute to broadening one's horizons, and also strengthen the health and physical condition of an amateur athlete. Bicycle routes of the Moscow Region are remarkable for their amazing beauty, which is hard to notice at the usual pace of urban life. Which places are the most interesting, where is the most convenient for skiing, and where you can encounter wildlife?
Scenic route in the village of Ostrov
Cycling around Moscow is easier to navigate than in the city. There are fewer cars and more picturesque views that are pleasing to the eye. We suggest starting a “light tour” from the small village of Ostrov, located just 5 kilometers from the Moscow ring road, on a moderate elevation in the floodplain of the Moscow River. It is located on the 10th kilometer of the Kashirskoye Shosse; Lytkarino can be noted from large settlements nearby. There are quite a lot of objects to study, among them - a tent church, built more than 4 centuries ago, and a stable house, a former part of the Orlovs estate.
Almost pristine beauty is distinguished by the local nature, meanders of the river, rolling hills, linden parks and even a rural cemetery. You can get to the Island by bicycle through the Mamonovsky cemetery and pond, and then directly through the corn field. On site you can see the origins of the river Berezhenka, a picturesque and shallow stream, quickly flowing among the forest thickets. There is also a small round pond, which almost completely overgrows with mud in the summer.
In the footsteps of Emperor Napoleon
Bicycle routes in Moscow and Moscow region differ quite strongly. Capital walks resemble original excursions, implying an acquaintance with the history of the city, unusual architecture, sophistication and luxury. The city route along the streets of Maroseyka and Pokrovka enjoys considerable popularity. During the war of 1812, during the capture of Moscow by Napoleon, it was here that the central part of the capital was. Your route will look like this:
- Pokrovka, 4. House of Princes Dolgoruky. The mansion was built in the 17th century in the popular architectural direction of Baroque.
- Maroseyka, 17. Embassy of Belarus. The building was erected at the end of the 18th century at the junction of two architectural solutions, Baroque and Classicism.
- Armenian lane. All buildings are of significant historical value. Of greatest interest is the building of the Institute of Oriental Languages, whose students were Turgenev and Stanislavsky.
- Bolshaya Lubyanka, 14. Chambers Dmitry Pozharsky.
- The completion of the route is at Maroseyka, 2. Earlier here was one of the oldest churches in Moscow, named after the Intercession of the Most Holy Theotokos.
How to spend time in the fresh air?
Bike routes near Moscow - a great opportunity to spend a day in the fresh air, in nature. This solution may appeal to amateur tourists. It's nice to come away into the woods and stay overnight with tents to enjoy the fabulous charm of the night by the fire, play songs on the guitar, tell scary stories to each other and enjoy baked potatoes! To pedal out of town was even more interesting, combine this activity with picking berries, mushrooms or an autumn herbarium.
Where else can I get directions?
If the cycling routes of Moscow Region seem too complicated due to their considerable remoteness, pay attention to local parks. Good tracks for high-speed driving are laid on the Sparrow Hills, in Bitsa and Krylatsky, at VDNH, in the park of the 850th anniversary of Moscow, in the Maryino area. Those who do not have their own bicycle, but are eager to ride, are given the opportunity to rent. For the movement, special tracks with appropriate markings are highlighted, on which pedestrians are forbidden to move.
Towards a History of Literature
Recently, weekend cycling routes have been very popular. Near and far near Moscow - an ideal place for them. You can combine them not only with a hike, but also with a sightseeing tour of any local attractions. Such walks are a real adventure, which you can go to at a good time of the year.
Literature lovers will appreciate the route near the famous Peredelkino cottages. They are located between two highways, Borovsky and Minsk. The starting point of the trip is the Russian Railways Peredelkino platform. Wheeling along rural roads and trails, you will see:
- The residence of the Patriarch.
- The house of creativity and its picturesque green alleys.
- The cottage and house-museum of Pasternak, operating to this day.
- Cool spring in the village and the local pond.
- The house-museum of Yevtushenko.
- Okudzhava House.
A few words about safety
In recent years, bicycle routes of the Moscow Region and the capital have fairly good equipment, but do not forget about the safety precautions, which are so necessary to ensure the health of every person. Before you go on a short trip, be sure to check and check:
- Route.
- Availability of necessary things (money, documents, phone, a small amount of food supplies).
- Knowledge of safety rules and first aid.
- If you are traveling as part of a group, make sure that minors and cyclists with minimal experience ride in the middle.