Have not you been to the Gulf of Finland yet? Rest here is unforgettable

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 many beautiful places for recreation. For example, the Altai Mountains, Kamchatka, the Russian north on the White Sea, the Gulf of Finland. In the daily bustle of the city, time passes unnoticed. It turns out a vicious circle: work-home-work. Fuss, earn, but life passes unnoticed. At least occasionally it is necessary 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 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, a boat or a catamaran. In the winter, slush and mud in the towns, and smart drifts outside the city. In the Gulf of Finland rest is interesting at any time of the year. Children (and not only) will be happy to play snowballs and blind the snowman. In summer they can splash on the shore of the bay, since it is shallow.

Beaches of the Gulf of Finland are very attractive for families with young children. There is a gentle descent without changes. Of course, for adult lovers dive and swim a bit uncomfortable, since to the real depth will have to go for a long time. But the kids do not exactly drown. And the absence of large waves makes bathing even more attractive. The water temperature in the Gulf of Finland in the summer is very comfortable even for the youngest.

Fishing in the Gulf of Finland

And what kind of fishing in the Gulf of Finland ... At any time of the day there is an opportunity to catch pike, bream, perch, perch, burbot, roach, smelt. And one of the best places for fishing is Uchutaya Bay, located on the island of Western Berezovy. There is a very strong undercurrent. The stony bottom with sharp swings, underwater rocky outcrops and stony embankments help the pikes successfully hide from the fishermen. Those who want to fish here are not very many because of the little-known place. But the fish is not scared and with proper skill and skill is very well caught.

Perfect fishing with a boat on the spinning. Pike and pike-perch are quite large, therefore it is desirable to take strong and powerful rods, such as a three-meter throw cartoon, a power coil with a braid no less than 0.22 mm and strong carbines with a reserve. Of the baits are good jerkbaits wobblers, spinnerbates.

Popular place

The most popular place for fishing is the strait between the island of Vikhreva and the peninsula Kiperort. A stony bottom with a pronounced relief, oxygen-enriched water makes this place attractive for fishing. One of the drawbacks is too many fishermen.

There is also a great opportunity to hunt waterfowl. Fishing on the Gulf of Finland will impress even the fisherman's wife when he brings the catch and fry or croak at the stake, such as a pike or sturgeon. Romantics can enjoy chic sunsets and sunrises alone with nature under the cheerful crackle of a fire on the shore.

Main Attractions

On the Gulf of Finland rest will be interesting for fans to wander through the ancient ruins. The most famous landmark of this amazing area is Tolbukhin lighthouse (built in 1719 by the order of Peter I). Lovers of history will find interesting medieval castle in Vyborg. If you climb the tower of St. Olaf, then you will see 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 rock park in Monrepo in Russia with a manor of the 18th century. You can not see such species anywhere else. And if you already have a rest in those places, do not forget about the estate of "Dubki" of the 18th century. This is one of the residences of Peter I. Everyone knows about Kronstadt, but undeservedly forget about this heavenly place. In the park "Dubkov" were made such films as "Two Captains", "Big Family", "Alexander Popov".

Housing on the Gulf of Finland

Along the whole Gulf of Finland, there are many hotels, private houses, cottages where you can stay. And the prices vary depending on the availability or lack 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. Arrange an unforgettable weekend with an overnight stay, morning fishing and a soup at the stake. And it will be very inexpensive. If the funds allow, or you are a truly urban resident who is used to rest with all the amenities, then your choice is a huge offer of cottages, mini-hotels. There, of course, rest will be a little more expensive, but you will not have to cook at the stake, feed mosquitoes, and also all the beauties will be at your disposal. On the Gulf of Finland rest will not leave anyone indifferent, and you will return here again and again.