In the summer, many have only one dream - to be on the lake under the sprawling trees and enjoy the peace, tranquility and surrounding beauty. Such moments restore strength, harmonize the inner world and give the opportunity to move on. It is for you in the Kurgan region that there is a stunningly beautiful, as if born from a legend, "Bear Lake". The resort receives its guests all year round, because every season is beautiful in its own way. Summer gives you the opportunity to sunbathe and swim, autumn gives a wonderful panorama of the crimson forests, and winter gives you the opportunity to temper and breathe transparent, ringing from purity air.
general information
Be sure to visit Lake Medvezhye at least once in your life . The sanatorium located on its shores is the oldest in Russia. It was founded in 1925, since then much has changed, but people’s desire to experience the wonderful properties of these places has not expired. It is still unknown where the name of the lake came from. Some argue that it gives bear power, and therefore received its name. Others tell a beautiful legend about a bear who came to the shore of the lake to treat a sick paw. Others find that the shape of the reservoir resembles the image of a bear.
The lake consists of two parts that connects a small strait. Its nutrition occurs solely due to melt water, so its level is highly dependent on the season. With a large area (61 km 2 ) it is very shallow and warm. Only in some places it reaches a depth of a meter, and in general no more than 60 cm. The water is very salty, therefore it is impossible to drown, this is a great place to relax with children. Like in the Dead Sea, there are no fish or algae, and after bathing salt crystals remain on the skin.
Natural factors
In addition to the charm of these places, the most important healing resource is silt sulphide mud. It refers to medium-sulphide saprole mud with the smell of hydrogen sulfide. In terms of its healing properties, it surpasses the world famous mud of the Dead Sea, therefore, choosing a mud bath, remember about "Bear Lake". The sanatorium has existed for so long because of the inexhaustible wealth of the lake, even today the mud reserves are about 15 thousand cubic meters.
But the therapeutic effect is achieved not only through the use of mud. The brine itself (high salinity water) is widely used to treat many diseases. Rapa Lake Medvezhye sulfate-chloride magnesium-sodium type. Wells are located on the territory of the sanatorium, from which medicinal-table mineral water is taken for vacationers.
Accommodations
Sometimes vacationers complain about the lack of entertainment and boredom. Here you need to pay attention to the goals for which you come to Lake Medvezhye. The sanatorium is designed for a quiet family vacation, restoration of health and communication with nature. There are other recreation centers targeted at the youth audience, with discotheques and show programs.
To accommodate guests there are 4 residential buildings, they have 158 rooms and 276 beds. Standard one-room rooms (for one or two places) include beds, bedside tables, a refrigerator and a TV. The room has a bathroom with a bath. Triple rooms include a bedroom and a living room with upholstered furniture. At any time of the year the Kurgan region is waiting for you. The sanatorium “Bear Lake” is beautiful both in winter and in summer.
Infrastructure
For motorists there is a paid covered car park, which is convenient if you come by personal transport. To residents of Kurgan to visit the sanatorium "Bear Lake" (Kurgan region), have to do a short journey - 180 km. On the territory there are sports and gymnasiums, a cozy cafe with 40 seats. For the smallest there is a children's playroom. A large sandy beach attracts vacationers in the summer, and in the winter , a sauna with a swimming pool will help to relax. A pharmacy, a hairdresser and a beauty salon are constantly working.
Nutrition
A diet menu has been specially developed for guests. The choice of dishes to order is another pleasant surprise that the resort offers (sanatorium "Bear Lake"). The package includes three meals a day, in addition there is a fresh bar and cafe. Nutrition is developed taking into account the disease, these nuances are discussed with the attending physician upon admission. Separately, tables are set for diets No. 1, 5, 9, 10, 15. Fried foods in the dining room of the sanatorium are completely excluded, since even a custom-made menu should comply with the principles of healthy eating.
Available treatments
First of all, it is a mud clinic, so most of the patient's requests are related to this area. In practice, not only wrapping (applications) is used, it is very popular today: galvanic mud, intestinal, gynecological and urological mud procedures.
The thermal effect of dirt on the body is unique and inimitable. For example, the patient is unlikely to withstand immersion in a bath of water, whose temperature is 42 degrees. At the same time, such a temperature of the mud is perceived as very comfortable, and under its influence in the body, recovery reactions are launched. The sanatorium "Bear Lake" (Kurgan region) has almost a century of experience in treating patients with various diseases.
The second effect is mechanical. That is, massage the surface of the body with particles of dirt. At the same time, the gases, vitamins, minerals and other useful substances contained in it are absorbed through the skin and thereby have a therapeutic effect from the inside. The local dirt is unique in its composition and microscopic particle size. Because of this, it is applied to the skin like an ointment and is easily washed off with water.
The second direction is balneotherapy. These are various bathtubs - brine, pearl, herbal, hydromassage and many others are used. The main life-giving and healing power is brine, and not only due to the high concentration of salts. It contains mineral elements, humic acids, vitamins, hormones, amino acids, fatty acids.
Additional healing types of therapy are: physiotherapy (electrical, light and laser therapy), exercise therapy, various massages, herbal medicine. Used in work: inhalation therapy, speleotherapy (salt mine), hydrocolonotherapy, psychocorrection and much more. Such a wide range of medical procedures includes the sanatorium "Bear Lake". Customer reviews contain warm words addressed to caring and professional medical staff who did everything possible for their good rest and speedy recovery.
Staff
The total number of staff is 200 people. Of these, 30 are nurses and four doctors. In addition, specialists work: gynecologist, pediatrician, occupational pathologist. Accordingly, for any health problems that arise on vacation, you do not have to go to the city of Kurgan. The sanatorium "Bear Lake" is a diverse institution. Here, patients with diseases of the skin and subcutaneous tissue, diseases of the musculoskeletal system, blood circulation, nervous system, and digestive organs undergo treatment. The sanatorium is widely known for its achievements in the field of treatment and prevention of gynecological diseases.
The treatment here does not endure fuss, and depending on the diagnosis, it will take at least three weeks to feel the changes. Plan your time. If you look at the ratio of price and quality, then the ideal place is the resort “Bear Lake”. Customer reviews confirm the high level of medical care and the maximum effectiveness of the procedures.
Leisure and sports activities
If in summer you can sunbathe, swim, play volleyball, tennis, billiards, then in winter, skiing and a visit to the rink are added to this. In the evening, you have a hot sauna and preference games, you simply cannot stay free time, because you still need to have time for procedures. This base is also very popular with those people who live nearby and want to return to Kurgan as quickly as possible. "Bear Lake" - a sanatorium, reviews of which can be bad only for the lazy. Here everyone will find something to their taste.
For the youth audience in the evenings they organize dances, singing, sometimes even bard song festivals. And what are the sunrises and sunsets ... One race is enough to impress enough for many years. But positive emotions play by no means the last role in healing the body.
Excursions
The educational program includes a visit to the library, the house of culture, and the drama theater. The trips to Petukhovo are quite interesting. The sanatorium "Bear Lake" is located just 20 km from this village. If you are interested in churches, parks and the history of small towns - then get ready for an excursion. The most popular events are field trips with barbecue and guitar songs by the fire. Such romance is alien to residents of big cities, so do not use this opportunity.
On the territory of the sanatorium themed evenings are regularly held, as well as film screenings in the large lobby.
How to get there
You will need to arrive in the Kurgan region, Petukhov district, in the resort village of Bear Lake. Depending on your starting location, you can take the train connecting your city and Petukhovo station. From it will remain 20 km to travel by bus. If your path lies only to the city of Kurgan, then you will have to get to Petukhovo with a transfer. You can also get there by private car - you will overcome 180 km from the city of Kurgan in 3 hours if you drive at an average speed.
To summarize
The sanatorium "Bear Lake" is an affordable way to relax, gain strength and part with many diseases. The cost of a full package of services (accommodation, meals, treatment) from 1650 rubles per day per person. Rest without treatment will cost you about 1300 rubles a day. Discounts apply to children. Judging by the reviews of vacationers, the best time to travel to a sanatorium is June or August. You can sunbathe and enjoy a luxurious mud and brine bath right on the lake, and absolutely free of charge.