In this article, we will consider the best beaches in Russia with a sandy coast, a blue flag, and white sand. We will select places where to relax in the summer with children. In the review, we will touch upon the beaches of the Black Sea, on Lake Baikal and Seliger and other places.
During the holiday season, many tend to be closer to the sea coast. Someone chooses to rest on foreign beaches, while others, on the contrary, choose their relatives, Russian ones. Skeptics who believe that there can be no decent rest in Russia are mistaken. So where are the best beaches in Russia?
All Russian beaches for relaxation
Baikal
One of the main attractions of Russia is Baikal, the most amazing lake in the world that has no analogues.
Many do not even know that Baikal is still famous for its beaches covered with pebbles and yellow smooth sand. The most popular places for tourists in these parts:
- Soft Hag - a great place for hermit lovers. On an area of almost eighteen kilometers, everyone will find a place just for him.
- Beach Sandy Sor It is especially popular among tourists, vacationing with their children, and those who like to be in the thick of things. It is here that the most developed infrastructure of the Baikal coast is.
- Beach Saraisky Bay strikes with the pristine beauty of the pine forests nearby.
We read a separate review about all the best places of Lake Baikal - summer vacation on the lake.
If you want to visit Olkhon Island and see photos of beaches, then read the material - rest on Olkhon Island.
Seliger
Located in the Tver and Novgorod regions at the same time, the Seliger lake system, with its unique landscape, pristine lakes and pine forests, attracts many tourists who want to relax in comfortable boarding houses and sanatoriums. Local sunsets will not leave anyone indifferent, and fishing will conquer many of its fans.
Rest and sights of Seliger.
Curonian Spit
You can enjoy the Baltic Sea, golden sandy beaches on the westernmost beach of Russia on the Curonian Spit in the Kaliningrad region.
The spit is a small strip that separates the Baltic Sea from the Curonian Lagoon.
Its territory is mainly occupied by forests, but the picturesque and breathtaking pristine beaches and dunes will be in the memory of those who have been here for a long time. In the bosom of mysterious forests, rest in these places resembles an adventure on a desert island.
- Where to stay on the Curonian Spit from Kaliningrad and Latvia?
Black Sea beaches in Russia
Vacation at the sea in Russia, the Black Sea is rightfully considered the best place for a summer vacation. According to the reviews and the number of people who have visited Crimea this year, we can safely say that the beaches of Russia and the best places for families with children are located here.
Cape Tarkhankut
Transparent azure water, golden sand on the beach, rocky shores, unique stone arches and grottoes - all this is Cape Tarkhankut in Crimea. A great alternative to the distant and alien Maldives.
This place does not leave anyone indifferent, it is equally loved by both romantics and extreme lovers, everyone will find here a vacation to their liking.
The best sandy beaches of Crimea.
Quiet Bay
Not far from Cape Chameleon is the coast of the Quiet Bay, one of the most popular beaches in Koktebel. This place is just ideal for swimming - the bottom of the cleanest sea is covered with pebbles, and the descent into the water is gentle and even. Not surprisingly, it is here that camping is common.
Azov sea
The shallow depth of this sea does not prevent its beaches from being one of the most popular in the Krasnodar Territory. The large length of the beach area and fine sand attracts both lovers of a relaxing holiday and surfers here, because it is here that numerous surf schools are located.
The prices for accommodation and food, how to get there and where to stay in the private sector can be found in a separate material.
Derbent
There are two significant differences between the Caspian Sea and the Black Sea. Firstly, it warms up much faster, and secondly, the beaches here are less crowded, which makes them more comfortable for a relaxing holiday on sun loungers.
Rest in Derbent brings many pleasant impressions of the dry climate, clean sea water, beautiful views of the mountains and fresh fruits.
In addition to sandy beaches, the republic offers its unique cultural heritage for study at very affordable prices.
Beach vacation in Russia is a worthy alternative to overseas vacation. Of course, Russian beaches are not as prestigious as world resorts, but this does not make them less popular, because having visited them, you can not only relax, but also enjoy the unique and inimitable nature.
There are even more destinations where it is better to relax in Russia in our separate section.