Road to the Lavra: Walking Route from the Moscow Kremlin to Sergiyev Posad: hiking in Москва и Московская область
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Road to the Lavra: Walking Route from the Moscow Kremlin to Sergiyev Posad

This is a walking route. Start: the Moscow Kremlin; finish: Sergiyev Posad. Recorded figures: 120 km and 1584 m of ascent

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About the route data
Data source Added from a track

This route was added from a track. Individual sections have not been checked in the field.

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Elevation profile

gentle climb steep

Surface

Dirt 16% · Asphalt 15% · Dirt / grass 6% · Unknown 52%

Surface data covers 58.1 km of 120.0 km; the rest of the track is not yet classified.

Dirt 16% · 19.5 km
Asphalt 15% · 17.7 km
Dirt / grass 6% · 7.48 km
Paving stones 5% · 5.66 km
Improved surface 3% · 3.57 km
Gravel 2% · 2.03 km
Fine gravel 1% · 1.28 km
Concrete 1% · 0.79 km
Unknown 52% · 61.9 km

Before you go

Preparing for the route

Route at a glance

This long point-to-point journey links the Moscow Kremlin, Sergiyev Posad and the Trinity Lavra of St Sergius. Treat the 120 km track as a multi-day walk: divide the estimated moving time into realistic stages and confirm overnight and exit options before setting out.

Route suitability

Without a car No verified data
With children Check distance and terrain
With a dog Check local restrictions
By bike Not verified
With a stroller Not verified
Mobile signal No verified data

Getting there

Without a car
A verified public transport plan has not been added yet. Before travelling, compare the start point on the map with the current timetable.
By car
Road access to the start has not yet been checked by the editors. Review the current map, road condition and weather before driving.
Parking
A verified parking place at the start has not been added yet. Check the current map and local parking restrictions before travelling.

What to expect

The Moscow Kremlin — the route start
Sergiyev Posad — the town at the finishing end of the journey
The Trinity Lavra of St Sergius — the principal historic destination
Point-to-point format — 120 km between different start and finish points

Difficult sections and safety

The recorded total ascent is 1584 m; use the elevation profile to assess how the climbs are distributed. The modelled route distance is 120 km. Check current surface conditions, closures and weather hazards before setting out.

How much time to allow

Estimated moving time is about 37.9 hours. Recommended duration is at least 6 days, but no verified stage plan is available. Plan daily distance, overnight stops, water, supplies and exit options independently.

Best time to go

Seasonal conditions have not been verified by the editors. Check weather, trail conditions and daylight before setting out.

What to bring

Footwear with grip suited to the recorded surface
Water and food for the full route duration
A charged phone with the track saved offline
A wind or rain layer chosen for the current forecast

Nearby

the Trinity Lavra of St Sergius — a verified point near the route. the Trinity Lavra of St Sergius — a verified point near the route.

FAQ

Questions before the trip

Can I do this route without a car?

A verified public transport plan has not been added yet. Before travelling, compare the start point on the map with the current timetable

Is this route suitable for children?

Do not treat this as a basic child-friendly route: check difficulty, length, and trail conditions before going.

Can I download GPX and KML?

Yes, GPX and KML are available on the route page. Open the map, download the file, and use it in a navigator before your trip; key route facts: 120.0 km, hard.

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