No wonder they say that Russia is a generous soul. And most importantly, the country is rich not only in oil and gas. In Russia, there are a lot of beautiful places to stay. For example, Gorny Altai, Kamchatka, the Russian north on the White Sea, the Gulf of Finland. In the daily bustle of the city, time goes unnoticed. It turns out a vicious circle: work-home-work. We scurry about, make money, and life passes unnoticed. At least occasionally you need to get out into the nature, leaving all the gadgets in the apartment. Especially if there are children. On the Gulf of Finland, vacation is just right for a married couple with children.
Landscapes of the Gulf of Finland
Forests and crystal clear water in the bay, fresh air will not leave anyone indifferent. In winter, you can rent a snowmobile, and in summer a quad bike, boat or catamaran. In winter, slush and mud in the cities, and chic drifts outside the city. Rest on the Gulf of Finland is interesting at any time of the year. Children (and not only) are happy to play snowballs and blind a snowman. In summer, they can splash around on the shore of the bay, since it is shallow.
The beaches of the Gulf of Finland are very attractive for families with small children. There is a gentle descent without drops. Of course, for adult fans to dive and swim is a little uncomfortable, since it will take a long walk to real depth. But the kids just won’t drown. And the absence of large waves makes swimming even more attractive. The water temperature in the Gulf of Finland in the summer is very comfortable even for the smallest.
Gulf of Finland fishing
And what kind of fishing in the Gulf of Finland ... At any time of the day there is the opportunity to catch pike, bream, perch, perch, burbot, roach, smelt. Moreover, one of the best places for fishing is Shelter Bay, located on the island of West Birch. There is a very strong undercurrent. The rocky bottom with sharp changes, underwater rocky outcrops and rocky embankments help pikes to successfully hide from fishermen. There are not many people who want to go fishing because of the little known location. But the fish is not frightened and, with due dexterity and skill, is very well caught.
Ideal fishing from a boat to spinning. Pikes and zander are quite large, so it is advisable to take the rods strong and powerful, such as a three-meter throw "cartoon", an assembled power coil with a braid of at least 0.22 mm and strong carbines with a margin. Of the lures, jerkbaits, spinner baits are good.
Popular place
The most popular fishing spot is the strait between the island of Vortex and the Kiperort Peninsula. The rocky bottom with a pronounced topography, oxygen-enriched water make this place attractive for fishing. One of the minuses is too many fishermen.
There is also a great opportunity to hunt waterfowl. Fishing on the Gulf of Finland will even impress the fisherman’s wife when he brings a catch and roasts or smokes at the stake, for example, a pike or sturgeon. Romantics will be able to enjoy gorgeous sunsets and sunrises alone with nature under the cheerful crackle of a bonfire on the very shore.
The main attractions
On the Gulf of Finland, rest will be interesting for lovers to wander through the ancient ruins. The most famous attraction of this amazing area is the Tolbukhin lighthouse (built in 1719 by order of Peter I). History buffs will find the medieval castle in Vyborg interesting. If you go up to the tower of St. Olaf, you will have a stunning view of Vyborg from a bird's eye view. Be sure to visit the museum-estate of I. E. Repin "Penates". There were such celebrities as A. Akhmatova, K. Chukovsky, M. Gorky. Be sure to visit the only in Russia rocky park Monrepos with an estate of the 18th century. You cannot watch such species anywhere else. And if you happen to rest in those places, do not forget about the 18th century Oaks manor. This is one of the residences of Peter I. Everyone knows about Kronstadt, but undeservedly forget about this heavenly place. Films such as Two Captains, Big Family, Alexander Popov were shot in the Dubkov Park .
Gulf of Finland Housing
Along the entire Gulf of Finland there are many hotels, private houses, cottages in which you can stay. Moreover, prices vary depending on the presence or absence of amenities, the number of visitors, seasonality. Alternatively, you can take a tent, friends, family, guitar, meat and go to the shore of the bay, where no one is there. Arrange an unforgettable weekend with an overnight stay, morning fishing and an ear on a fire. And it will come out very inexpensively. If the means allow, or you are a truly urban resident who is used to relaxing with all the amenities, then you have a huge offer of cottages, mini-hotels. There, of course, the rest will come out a little more expensive, but you do not have to cook at the stake, feed the mosquitoes, and also all the beauty will be at your disposal. Rest on the Gulf of Finland will not leave anyone indifferent, and you will come back here again and again.