Where can you relax in the summer in Russia? I immediately remember the Black Sea, Anapa, the banks of the beautiful Volga. But what about the Gulf of Finland and Laskovy beach? If you spend the summer in the vicinity of St. Petersburg, be sure to visit this hospitable coast.
History of the village of Solnechnoe
It has been around for a long time, but if it used to have the Finnish name Ollila, then in the post-war period it was renamed Solnechnoe. It is located on the magnificent coast of the Gulf of Finland. Back in Soviet times, the beauty of these places was highly valued; having a small house here was considered a real luxury. Due to this, the village grew rapidly, and those wishing to lie down on the shore of the bay increased. Later this place began to be called the beach "Tender". It fully justifies its name. When distinguished guests visited the Soviet Union, they were often brought here. In particular, the famous Charles de Gaulle was very fond of spending time on this beach. Many prominent party leaders were also willing to bask here under the warm sun.
Gulf of Finland, B altic Sea
The B altic is associated with inhospitable, cold waters, which is not tooharmonizes with the name of the object we are considering - the beach "Laskovy". But the northern regions are also great for getting the full pleasure of a beach holiday. The resort area of St. Petersburg is located just along the coastline of the northern coast of the Gulf of Finland. Attendance here, of course, is less than in Anapa, but the Laskovy beach in Solnechny is the most popular among St. Petersburg residents and guests of the city.
Environment
The northern region pleases with lush vegetation. There are no exotics here, on the territory of the village, immediately behind it and near the beach, familiar trees grow: spruce, pine, alder, birch. Everything familiar and dear to the heart of a Russian person. The abundance of coniferous trees creates a special microclimate. The forest comes close to the beach area, if you wish, after sunbathing you can hide in its luxurious shade. It is especially beautiful here in spring and autumn, and this is a great merit of wild rose, of which there is a huge amount. Its flowers and fiery red berries are a real eye-catcher.
Coast
There are a lot of pebbles and stones that children love to throw into the water. But mostly the beach area is covered with sand. In the summer, many tend to get out of the city to the village of Solnechnoye. "Laskovy" - a beach located just 30 kilometers from St. Petersburg, that is, you can get to the place of rest in less than 30 minutes. It is considered the best on the entire coast. Here is a soft sandy bottom, shallow and waterwarms up well. The southern part of the beach is especially loved by tourists, there are no sharp stones and the depth is sufficient to dive.
If you are still thinking about how to spend the weekend, come to the Laskovy beach in Solnechny. Photos will surprise friends with their beauty for a long time. By the way, despite the well-groomed condition, the beach is municipal, and the entrance to it is free, as well as the use of sunbeds and umbrellas. You will have to pay extra only for rides.
Best time to visit the beach
Because the Gulf of Finland is quite shallow, the season opens here very early. However, in June there are still not many people on the coast, the excitement begins from the beginning of July. On the advice of experienced tourists, it is better to get ready for the road in the morning, so that you can catch Laskovy (St. Petersburg beach) earlier than others. How to get there - everyone chooses. You can go by car, train, bus - anyway, the road flies by very quickly. Arriving after eleven, you run the risk of not finding a free place to relax. Pandemonium here is normal, and it continues until the end of the season, sometimes longer.
The shore is usually very clean. Sometimes there are cigarette butts buried in the sand, but this is the exception rather than the rule. This is not surprising, considering the colossal number of urns installed on its territory. No need to waste time finding where to throw the trash.
Infrastructure
It has already been mentioned that the use of the beach is free. Temno less, it is well equipped, decorated with sculptures, ennobled with paths for walking. There are a certain number of umbrellas and even awnings. For vacationers, toilets, changing rooms, showers, rubbish bins and even foot fountains have been built. There is a children's slide. Visitors are greeted by a huge parking lot, designed for hundreds of cars. Next to it is the beach "Tender". How to get there more conveniently and faster, it is difficult to think of. But many prefer to travel by private car. The upstream direction of Primorskoye Highway will take you where you need to go, with the quality of the road surface here very high, and plenty of road signs to keep you on track.
Unlike the Black Sea coast, you will not find such an abundance of offers of private housing for living here. There are separate dachas, but they are rented, as a rule, for a long time and not too cheap. You can come with tents for the weekend, there are specially equipped campsites for this. Nearby are the boarding house "Dunes" and the recreation center "Vzmorye", so there is always a place to stay.
Pensions were built a long time ago and outwardly they have not changed at all since the Soviet era, but their essence has become different. Now guests are pleased with the renovation, excellent service, spas and other benefits of civilization. Each of the holiday homes has an excellent restaurant where you can have a bite to eat or a full meal.
Entertainment
Since 2012, Laskovy beach has been closed to amateurssit around a bonfire. Shish kebabs can now be tasted only in local cafes and restaurants. In order to comply with the ban, a serious fine of 15,000 rubles was imposed. If desired, gatherings at the barbecue can be organized in specially designated places (arbor rental is paid) or rented for a couple of hours in the yard of one of the local residents. Vacationers only benefit from these rules: the smoke from dozens of bonfires used to prevent many from calmly sunbathing.
Water sports enthusiasts are offered a wide range of swimming facilities. Circles, mattresses, surfboards - your every desire will come true. Dreaming of windsurfing or water skiing with the breeze - nothing is impossible. Experienced instructors will give you the first lessons, and then you can move on to practice.
There are no problems with food. If you come for one day, then you can take everything you need with you, and then the Laskovy beach will become a place for a picnic. How to get there and back home, you can spend about 20 minutes on the road. Products will not have time not only to deteriorate, but even to cool. A whole network of cafes, eateries, bars and restaurants makes it possible to comfortably sit at a table overlooking the beauty of the bay. The closest restaurants to the beach, Atlantis, Chaliapin and Fish at the Dacha, offer a large selection of delicious dishes, a high level of service, and an entertainment program in the evening. Beachwear is not accepted here, take the time to clean up.
Sporting events
Petersburgers love beach volleyball, every year the ranks of players of all ages are replenished. The beach "Laskovy" has already become a traditional volleyball place. Here you can just leave the ball in a warm friendly company, hold a team competition or watch the game of professionals. There is a record number of volleyball courts here, and all 10 are open to the public. On the beach, mini-champions are held between schools, amateur teams, and serious training of national teams. The younger generation gets a good example when adults play sports, and not just drink kebabs with beer.
Holidays with children
The bay here is shallow, you can't argue with that. You can walk a hundred meters from the shore in knee-deep water. But a minus for adults turns into a big plus for children. The soft sandy bottom and warm water, where you can splash around without fear of drowning, is a true paradise. In shallow water, you can arrange a great badminton tour or just leave the ball. Despite the fact that there are much fewer hot days here than we would like, the water has time to warm up and pleases vacationers with its temperature.
How to get there
If you are going to Laskovy (beach) for the first time, the map will be the best assistant. On it you can orient yourself in the direction, calculate the distance and estimate the required amount of fuel. In general, the route is not difficult, Primorskoye Highway is well lit and equipped with the latest signs.
It is not necessary to use personal transport. Throughevery 30 minutes in the direction of the village of Solnechnoe from the Finland Station, an electric train leaves. Having reached the desired station, all that remains is to cross the platform and move towards the embankment. The path from the stop to the beach will take about 5 minutes. Municipal bus number 411 leaves from the Chernaya Rechka metro station, and the K-400 fixed-route taxi stops here. These modes of transport are slower and the journey will take about 40 minutes. Also, a fixed-route taxi K-305 departs from the Staraya Derevnya metro station, and K-600 from Parnassus. Another route is Prospect Prosveshcheniye - Solnechnoye, here you will need a taxi K-680. Another option is good for cycling fans. On a personal or rented bike, you can easily overcome this distance.
It's summer outside? Get ready to go, Sunny beach "Laskovy" is waiting for you. How to get there - everyone decides for himself, if there is a great desire, you can even arrange a hiking trip. The map will tell you where to see local attractions, caves and architectural monuments along the way. And having enjoyed the beauties of the Leningrad region to your heart's content, you will find yourself in the kingdom of the sun and warm sand, where you can relax and swim. And going back, you can take a ticket for the train.
