Chukhonka by Izhorsky Pond: Park Loop with a Northern Return: hiking in Saint Petersburg and Leningrad Region
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Chukhonka by Izhorsky Pond: Park Loop with a Northern Return

Distance
4.0 km
Time
1 h 17 min
Elevation gain
50 m
Difficulty
Easy
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Route description

In Kolpino, Chukhonka Park offers a change from city streets to green walking paths. This selected outing enters from the north, follows interior and bank-side sections, then returns to the same entrance. Pause beside Izhorsky Pond to see how water separates the green park setting from the surrounding town. Asphalt and ground paths alternate inside the park. Choose an unhurried outing, family walk or more active walking day. Part of the northern approach repeats on the return, allowing another water-side pause and an ending without transport recovery at a different end. Bank-side observation is a worthwhile goal in itself. Cathedral entry, distant monuments and other new Kolpino spaces need independent programmes. Choose a pace for your company and leave time to enjoy the park.

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Last updated 13.10.2026

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Elevation profile

gentle climb steep

Surface

Asphalt 62% · Compacted dirt 23% · Dirt 7%

Surface is defined for 93% of the route.

Asphalt 62% · 2.45 km
Compacted dirt 23% · 0.90 km
Dirt 7% · 0.28 km
Paving stones 1% · 0.05 km

Before you go

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Route at a glance

Главное за минуту
Walk actual Chukhonka Park, view Izhorsky Pond from the bank and return to the familiar entrance. City arrival and flexible pauses make the outing suitable for a family.
Length
4.0 km
Elevation gain
50 m
Surface
Asphalt 62%
Chukhonka by Izhorsky Pond: Park Loop with a Northern Return: route photo 4 in Saint Petersburg and Leningrad Region

Route suitability

Кому будет комфортно
City railway arrival is confirmed; calculate the park approach separately. With children choose a comfortable pace and supervise near water. A stroller can suit individual level paths, while ground branches need on-site assessment. Dog rules, cycling conditions and reception are unestablished.

Nearby

Holy Trinity Cathedral, Children of War memorial, the new Raumskaya space and other Kolpino embankments are not confirmed visited stops of this selected loop. Plan them independently, checking approaches, hours and visiting conditions.

Getting there

Варианты и важные моменты Show on map
Without a car
The operator confirms suburban Moscow Station to Kolpino railway service. Prepare an independent urban approach from the station to the selected northern park entrance. Check stopping patterns and the visiting-date timetable. A specific bus directly to the entrance is unconfirmed; check local arrival options separately.
By car
Drive to a permitted city roadside by the Kolpino park and continue on foot. Interior walking paths are not vehicle access. Select the entrance and vehicle recovery point beforehand; this version ends near its beginning.
Parking
Parking is unconfirmed. A specific space by the northern entrance is unestablished. Find out where parking is permitted and prepare the entrance approach before travelling. Do not leave the vehicle on walking paths.

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What to expect

Places
Kolpino Park on Chukhonka the actual city park containing the selected walking paths.
Izhorsky Pond Bank a bank-side view of the water beside the northern approach and park setting.

Difficult sections and safety

На что обратить внимание
Elevation gainСуммарный набор высоты — 50 м.
SurfaceAsphalt 62%, Compacted dirt 23%, Dirt 7%.
Риски Supervise children near water and avoid slippery banks. Ground paths can become wet after rain, with possible winter ice. Share space with other walkers and athletes, respecting temporary barriers. A bank-side route does not establish safe swimming or walking on ice.

How much time to allow

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Time for the route 1–1 hr 30 min
With stops | 1 hr 30 min–2 hr 30 min These are editorial allowances for the selected park loop and repeated northern approach. Pace, family pauses and ground-path condition alter the time. The urban transport approach, train waiting and independent visits outside the park are additional.

Best time to go

Сезонность и рекомендации
Dry days usually suit ground branches better in spring and autumn. Summer bank pauses need sun protection and drinking water. Check winter clearance, ice and daylight; avoid replacing paths with a frozen-pond crossing.

What to bring

Базовый список для комфортного похода
Comfortable footwear for city and ground paths.
Water, a small snack and weather-appropriate clothing.
Hat and sun protection in the warm season.
Phone, charged battery and reserve return time.
For a stroller, choose level permitted paths beforehand.

FAQ

Questions before the trip

Can I do this route without a car?

The operator confirms suburban Moscow Station to Kolpino railway service. Prepare an independent urban approach from the station to the selected northern park entrance. Check stopping patterns and the visiting-date timetable. A specific bus directly to the entrance is unconfirmed; check local arrival options separately

Is this route suitable for children?

Yes, the route can work for a calm walk with children. Consider weather, surface, and the group pace.

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: 4.0 km, easy.

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