At the beginning of the 19th century, doctors came to the conclusion that fresh sea air, sun, mineral water and healing mud can not only support health, but also help in the treatment of the most serious diseases. During this period, numerous European resorts were developed.
Today, the resorts of the Kaliningrad region are one of the leading resorts in the country, which have the highest quality of services for treatment and restoration of the body. There are a lot of sanatoriums in the region, both private, recently built, and working for more than a decade and have accumulated tremendous experience in various fields of medicine.
The main features of the resorts of the Kaliningrad region
The cold but gentle Baltic Sea, washing the shores of the westernmost region of Russia, welcomes guests with a unique climate and mild weather - mild summers and warm winters.
At the resorts of the region, a variety of methods are used to treat a wide range of diseases. Here you can find both the traditional spa treatment with peat mud, hydrocarbonate mineral water and through climatic features, as well as unique techniques that are characteristic only for this region. This is, for example, amber therapy.
Resorts of the Kaliningrad region are places where they successfully treat diseases of all body systems - from the nervous and cardiovascular to the digestive and respiratory. They also recover after operations, treat anti-stress programs and help to lose weight.
Hotels and pensions of the city of Kaliningrad
In Kaliningrad itself there are many hotels and recreation centers that offer to relax and improve health in the healing climate of the Baltic Sea coast and plunge into the atmosphere of one of the most interesting Russian cities. Thanks to its ancient European past, the Teutonic knights and Prussian kings, Kaliningrad today is full of architectural and historical sights. If you want to inspect them yourself, settle in the center, for example, in the Moscow Hotel, which is located in an old architectural monument. Living directly opposite the Koenigsberg Zoo costs 1,650 rubles per day, breakfasts are paid separately.
It is also possible to stay in the city cheaper: hotel accommodation is possible from 800 rubles per day. Look for the hotels “Deima”, “Navigator”, “Prussia”, “Albertina”. More comfortable conditions, but also higher prices at the Marton Palace, Radisson hotels - from 2200 to 3500 rubles per day.
Those who want to settle away from the noise of the city and enjoy the unique nature will find the Park-Hotel Philippe 40 km from the city. The building was built on the lake, in the depths of the lush deciduous garden. Guests are offered the services of a spa center, and they are included in the price, like breakfast. The cost is only 2400 rubles per day.
Pearl of the region - Svetlogorsk
Before becoming a part of the Soviet Union, Svetlogorsk bore the German name Raushen. Here, in the 19th century, the first baths were built, from which the resorts of the Kaliningrad region trace their history. Among the features of the city, it can be noted that it is located on a hill, so special descent and even a special elevator are equipped here to approach the sea. Due to the fact that the city is located in a small bay, the water here is warm and clear. The mild climate and special air are extremely healing.
The largest resorts and the best resorts of the Kaliningrad region are Amber and Amber Coast.
Sanatorium "Yantar" has the most modern equipment and a fairly fresh repair. It treats diseases of the stomach, gynecology, nervous system and occupational diseases. In addition to treatment, there are also opportunities for relaxation - sports grounds, a swimming pool, a bath and spa, and cosmetologist services. The cost of living with treatment and three meals a day from the buffet will cost only 2,800 rubles per person per day - this is in the high season, and in September the cost is reduced by 500 rubles.
“Amber Coast” is located right on the shore of the Baltic Sea, in a picturesque park. It also treats a wide range of diseases, including skin and metabolic disorders. The cost of living with treatment and 3 meals a day is slightly higher - 3000 rubles per person per day.
In addition to sanatoriums, the Svetlogorsk resort of the Kaliningrad Region has many boarding houses - with and without treatment. For example, Volna offers modern programs of healing and treatment for 2300 rubles per day (breakfast is included only). True, go to the sea from the buildings as much as 400 meters.
A modern complex of high class - boarding house "Olympus". It offers the most modern methods of healing, a pool with heated water, an infrared sauna, a hydromassage, etc. But the cost of living is high - more than 3 thousand rubles per room and breakfast. All procedures are paid separately.
Otradnoye Village
In fact, this is a suburb of Svetlogorsk - just 2 kilometers from the center. A sanatorium was built here in 1946, in which they treat diseases of the nervous system, heart and blood vessels, and digestion.
There is a sanatorium in an old forest park, which smoothly passes into a dense coniferous forest, so the microclimate of this place is simply amazing. There is a good access to the beach with large clean sand.
The cost of living with food and treatment will cost from 3,500 (room "economy") to 6,800 rubles (room "suite") per day. Only accommodation will cost 2150 rubles per day.
Rest and treatment in Zelenogradsk
Zelenogradsk began to develop as a resort back in the 19th century, when it bore the German name Kranz, that is, “Wreath” in German. The uniqueness of the city in the presence of mineral springs and healing mud. A big plus is the flat location, which provided the sea in this area a flat bottom and a soft smooth entrance. Therefore, the resort is so popular among families with children.
Today Zelenogradsk is a small resort town, but the size does not prevent it from competing with Svetlogorsk in popularity among tourists, because they are the main resorts of the Kaliningrad region. There is also a well-developed infrastructure, many shops, cafes, bars, as well as hotels and pensions.
There are two sanatoriums here. The first is the Zelenogradsk of the same name. It treats many diseases, including infertility, and takes on the rehabilitation of patients after acute myocardial infarction. The advantage of the sanatorium is its proximity to the beach - only 20 meters. Accommodation with meals and treatment will cost a tourist 3,750 rubles per day.
Another sanatorium - “The Seagull” - currently offers only accommodation, without providing medical and health services. But if you are looking for a quiet, cozy place to relax with the whole family near the beach, this option is suitable for you. It will cost 1850 rubles per day with meals.
Also in Zelenogradsk there are a large number of private boarding houses, rest houses and hotels, which, in addition to accommodation, can provide only sauna or bath services, maximum SPA and cosmetologist services, but not spa treatment.
Resort Pioneer
Pionersky is a city that contains industry, sanatoriums and objects of state significance, for example, the residence of the President of the Russian Federation. It is a port city with access to the Baltic Sea and year-round fishing. As for treatment and recovery, here is the only orthopedic children's sanatorium of federal significance. In Soviet times, the pioneer resort that named the city worked here. The Kaliningrad region is proud of this place, its unique architecture and historical monuments that attract tourists. There is also a beach, quite clean and wide, although the sea is cool, and the port somewhat spoils the view.
In general, it is easier to come here on an excursion than to stop for a long time. You can spend the night for 1500 rubles.
Unique natural site - Curonian Spit
The Curonian Spit is a nature reserve and national park, protected by UNESCO as a unique natural site. A special microclimate reigns here, allowing you to relax and gain strength, therefore, there are a large number of boarding houses in the district without rest. The Curonian Spit offers a unique opportunity to swim right away in a salt and fresh water body - the Baltic Sea and the freshwater Curonian Lagoon are adjacent here. In addition, take a walk through the Royal Forest, climb the Efa dune, which offers an amazing panorama of the sea and the bay, soak up the clear sand of wide beaches, take a boat trip along the coast or go fishing and experience all the beauty and pacification of this unique place, because this is what famous resorts of the Kaliningrad region.
Accommodation prices here are not small, so you can come here for an excursion from Zelenogradsk or Svetlogorsk or stay at one of the local pensions. For discerning tourists open hotel "Sea" in the village of the same name. It offers comfortable rooms for 3400 rubles. per day, wood-burning bath, pool, restaurant and conference room services. By the way, the offers of such business hotels are a great opportunity to organize a corporate event and visit the resorts of the Kaliningrad region.
Reviews of tourists are praised by the Eliza Zarkau Hotel, which attracts travelers with its historical surroundings. This is a fishing village house built in 1903. It was restored, but retained the spirit of the old Prussian village. At the height of the season, the cheapest room will cost 3000 rubles, and the most expensive option is a double guesthouse - 7000 rubles per day. This price includes breakfast only, but the rooms are equipped with the highest standard.
A more economical option is the Baltika recreation center (only 800 rubles per person) or the Ponart guest house (2-person attic for 1200 rubles per person).
How to get to the resorts of the Kaliningrad region
You can arrive by train, for example, from Moscow. Trains arrive at the South Station, from where you can go to the suburbs and to any resorts in the Kaliningrad region - again, by train, train or minibus, as well as take a regular taxi around the city and suburbs.
Arriving by plane will be met by Khrabrovo Airport, 20 km from the city. There is a bus to the city from the airport and, of course, there is a taxi.
You can also come to the region by car - through Lithuania or Poland, but be sure to check the necessary documents for transit.
What you need to visit the resorts of the Kaliningrad region
The special status and location of this region will require the preparation of certain documents. For arriving Russians, a passport is required and a Schengen visa may be required. A passport is needed if you are traveling by train or car, and only a Russian passport is sufficient for those arriving by plane. Schengen is also needed for those who travel by car through Lithuania (or you can apply for a double transit visa), and for those who want to travel to neighboring countries, being already in Kaliningrad.
Also, treatment documents in the sanatorium will require medical documents and a spa card.