The Best Natural Sites to Visit

The Vladimir region is rich not only in its history and white-stone architecture but also in its beautiful nature.

See our selection of the best natural site to visit.

Bogolyubovo meadow
Bogolyubovo village

The famous Church of the Intercession on the Nerl is located on Bogolyubovo Meadow. This is one of the most picturesque places in Russia.

Bald Mountain
Gorokhovets

Natural observation deck overlooking the Klyazma River. An archaeological monument on which, for some unknown reason, neither trees nor shrubs grow.

Meshchera National Park
Gus-Khrustalny district

In the park you can walk along picturesque ecological trails, as well as visit the aviary complex, the Russian Compound Open Air Museum, and the Bird Museum.


Dyukinsky Reserve
Sudogda district

Ecological excursions are arranged here: The Land of Northern Orchids (from the second half of May to the first week of June) and The Journey Along the Bottom of the Ancient Sea (from mid-May to September).

Ilyinsky Meadow
Suzdal

A picturesque meadow lies on the banks of the Kamenka River opposite the ancient Suzdal Kremlin.

Klyazma-Lukh Reserve
Vyazniki district

The Path of the Mighty Bison ecological route passes through the reserve. You will hear a story about the reserve and its inhabitants and will be able to see the giants of Russian forests – the European bison – in their natural habitat.
Tours are available from December to March by appointment.


Zagorodny Park of Culture and Recreation
Vladimir

Zagorodny Park is one of the favourite green corners of Vladimir among the locals. Here, you can take a walk in the coniferous forest, go skiing or use a donut tube in winter, and visit the Duraleevka Village, where entertainment events for children and adults are often held.