Raketa: Southern Avenues and Hedgehogs of Biryulyovo: bicycle in Moscow region
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Raketa: Southern Avenues and Hedgehogs of Biryulyovo

Distance
1.5 km
Time
22 min
Elevation gain
24 m
Difficulty
Easy
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Route description

Raketa follows the southern paths of Biryulyovo Dendropark. It is a compact outing for a ride among the trees, a look at small park sculptures and a change from the city’s usual rhythm. Pause first by the hedgehog figures, then continue along the avenues near the arboretum’s southern edge. Enjoy it as a small independent ride without turning shared paths into a race course. The nearest approaches to the Big and Round Ponds offer further pauses; swimming and entering the water are not part of the outing. Add a short separate approach between the path endpoints and your chosen exit.

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Elevation profile

gentle climb steep

Surface

Paving stones 40% · Artificial surface 30% · Dirt 24%

Surface is defined for 93% of the route.

Paving stones 40% · 0.59 km
Artificial surface 30% · 0.44 km
Dirt 24% · 0.36 km
Asphalt 1% · 0.00 km

Before you go

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Route at a glance

Главное за минуту
Try the short Raketa cycle path and find the Hedgehogs and Hedgehogs’ House sculptures in the southern arboretum. A simple reason to spend a little time outdoors close to the city.
Length
1.5 km
Elevation gain
24 m
Surface
Paving stones 40%
Raketa: Southern Avenues and Hedgehogs of Biryulyovo: route photo 2 in Moscow region

Route suitability

Кому будет комфортно
The name and cycling purpose are confirmed by the city’s published announcement. Accompany children throughout and stop when pedestrian traffic makes riding awkward. Complete stroller access, current dog rules and mobile coverage have not been confirmed.

Nearby

The arboretum’s historical collection allows a separate botanical walk. The Japanese Pavilion and northern avenues belong to a wider park visit rather than obligatory stops on the short Raketa path.

Getting there

Варианты и важные моменты Show on map
Without a car
Use the Biryulyovsky Dendropark stop and the operating underpass by the main entrance. Metro construction has changed the usual approach from Lipetskaya Street. Another accessible entrance is near the Elevatornaya Street stop; walk separately from the gate to the start of your chosen path. Check the current bus number and timetable before travelling.
By car
Two lanes on the park side of Lipetskaya Street are closed for works. Follow current signs to a permitted stopping place outside the park, then enter on foot through an operating gate. The recreational path is not a vehicle access road.
Parking
No dedicated car park at the start of this version has been verified. Follow current street signs and construction barriers; keep park entrances and pedestrian approaches clear.

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What to expect

Places
Hedgehog Sculptures A small group of concrete hedgehog figures beside the southern park paths.
Hedgehogs’ House A small park sculpture composition beside the hedgehog figures.
Big Pond of Biryulyovo Dendropark One of the Biryulyovsky Stream ponds beside the nearest approach to the southern avenues.

Difficult sections and safety

На что обратить внимание
Elevation gainСуммарный набор высоты — 24 м.
SurfacePaving stones 40%, Artificial surface 30%, Dirt 24%.
Риски Take care where paths meet: walkers, runners and service electric vehicles use the park. Rain may leave puddles and slippery leaves; winter brings ice. Keep out of fenced works areas, stay back from the water and protect the botanical plantings.

How much time to allow

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Расчётное время в пути 22 min
С запасом на остановки + 30–60 мин
Plan | A short ride along the southern avenues Allow 45–90 minutes for gentle riding or walking and sculpture stops. Add your approach and return to the exit separately. Repeating a section extends the outing if desired but is not necessary to explore this version.

Best time to go

Сезонность и рекомендации
Choose a dry day from spring to autumn. Summer mornings may offer quieter paths; in leaf fall, check braking carefully on wet surfaces. Winter cycling needs a personal assessment of snow and ice: a summer cycle path does not guarantee winter preparation.

What to bring

Базовый список для комфортного похода
Footwear with a non-slip sole
Drinking water
Weather-appropriate clothing and light rain protection
A charged phone with an entrance map
For cycling, working brakes and a helmet

FAQ

Questions before the trip

Can I do this route without a car?

Use the Biryulyovsky Dendropark stop and the operating underpass by the main entrance. Metro construction has changed the usual approach from Lipetskaya Street. Another accessible entrance is near the Elevatornaya Street stop; walk separately from the gate to the start of your chosen path. Check the current bus number and timetable before travelling

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: 1.5 km, easy.

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