Baltiysk (Pillau) – the sea gate of Kaliningrad
Description:
Baltiysk (formerly Pillau) is a city with a rich pre-war history. Always been a port and a fortress. Under Elizabeth Petrovna, it was a Russian city for five years. You will pass where the foot of Peter the Great walked. Walk along the embankment to the westernmost point of Russia, feel the breath of fresh Baltic wind, see real warships. The monument of Peter I, the Baltic Lighthouse is the westernmost lighthouse of Russia, 32 meters high, built in 1813, a monument in honor of Empress Elizabeth (Elizabeth Fort), which is located at the Northern Mall, the largest female, equestrian monument in the world. The Swedish fortress “Pillau”, reinforced concrete dots, bunkers and rangefinder post, defense systems of the Third Reich, a visit to underground bunkers (optional), a complex of artillery and infantry barracks of the early 20th century, pre-war architecture and much more, will remain in your memory for a long time. Visit the Baltic Fleet Museum (optional fee).
From May to September, we can cross to the Baltic Spit and make an exciting trip on bicycles. We will see: the ruins of Fort "West", the old lunette and hangars of the Luftwaffe airfield. In warm weather and if desired, you can swim in the waters of the Baltic Sea. (Bike rental 100 rubles per hour, boat crossing - 100 rubles per person). Details are specified when booking a tour.
The price includes:
On the tour we take from the address specified by you and from the tour we deliver where you indicate. Transfer is included in the cost of the tour.
Individual tour for a group of guests from 1 to 4 people.
It is possible to adjust and change the route at your request.
Recommendations: comfortable shoes.
Combination of routes is possible
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