Zaozersky Reserve: Chertov Stul and the Largest Spruce in Fennoscandia
This is a loop route of about 11.1 km in Karelia and the Onega area, suitable for travellers who want a clear route plan rather than a random walk.
- Distance
- 11.1 km
- Time
- 3 h 34 min
- Elevation gain
- 179 m
- Difficulty
- Moderate
- Route type
- One-day
- Category
- Hiking
Route at a glance
Plan it as a full day walk in Karelia and the Onega area. The distance is about 11.1 km, and the route character is shaped by northern forest, lakes, quarries and rocky shores. The elevation range is roughly 34-109 m.
The route is best approached at a steady pace, with time kept for stops, navigation checks and rough or wet sections.
Route suitability
Without a car
Hard
With children
With caution
With a dog
With caution
By bike
No
With a stroller
No
Signal
Patchy
Information status
Page status
Проверенный маршрут
When checked
Not specified
How it was checked
По данным трека
Editorial review
Reviewed by editors
Getting there
Without a car
Travel via Petrozavodsk, then use bus, train, taxi or transfer to the nearest village or shore point.
By car
Drive to villages, quarries, lighthouses and nature sites, keeping in mind that forest roads depend on the season.
Parking
Use parking in settlements, near tourist sites and on permitted areas. Do not leave a car deep on forest roads for long.
What to expect
Chertov Stul and the Largest Spruce in Fennoscandia
Petrozavodsk
Lake Onega
Shoksha
northern forest
Difficult sections and safety
Near the water, wind and wet shore sections can slow the route. After rain, stones, roots and sand become more tiring than the distance suggests.
How much time to allow
Day route
4-7 h
With viewpoints and breaks
up to a full day
Best time to go
May to October is usually the easiest season for Petrozavodsk
After rain, forest roads and shore paths can be muddy
In winter, allow more time and dress for wind and cold
What to bring
comfortable broken-in shoes
water and snacks
windbreaker or rain jacket
charged phone
offline map
small first-aid kit
Route markers
0
Elevation profile
There is no elevation data in the track for the chart.
Route photos
7 photos
FAQ
Questions before the trip
Can I do this route without a car?
Travel via Petrozavodsk, then use bus, train, taxi or transfer to the nearest village or shore point
Is this route suitable for children?
Possible with caution: review the surface, difficult sections, and extra time for stops in advance.
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: 11.1 km, moderate.
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