Radonezh to Zavety Ilyicha: the ski-arc proposal through Yakhroma and Pestovskoye: skiing in Moscow region
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Radonezh to Zavety Ilyicha: the ski-arc proposal through Yakhroma and Pestovskoye

Distance
53.3 km
Estimated moving time
10 h 21 min
Elevation gain
819 m
Difficulty
Hard
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Route description

Radonezh to Zavety Ilyicha through the Yakhroma and Pestovskoye is the author’s proposal for a substantial ski journey. The beginning leaves Radonezh halt for a long western arc towards the Abramtsevo and Khlyby sides. The Yakhroma marks the change towards a southern continuation, connected through the Isakovo side with Pestovskoye Reservoir. Here both the landscape and passage change: this version includes water, so its winter continuation depends on confirmed authorised ice conditions. Beyond Pestovskoye, the journey turns towards Zavety Ilyicha and ends at another railway approach. Choose this proposal for long ski connections, a river location and an open reservoir landscape, after checking the entire present passage and water conditions.

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Last updated 13.10.2026

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Elevation profile

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Before you go

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Route at a glance

Главное за минуту
Connect the Radonezh side with Pestovskoye Reservoir through a long western arc and the Yakhroma, then finish near Zavety Ilyicha. This substantial ski proposal has two distinct water locations: a river passage and a separate ice-dependent Pestovskoye section.
Length
53.3 km
Elevation gain
819 m
Surface
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Radonezh to Zavety Ilyicha: the ski-arc proposal through Yakhroma and Pestovskoye: route photo 2 in Moscow region

Route suitability

Кому будет комфортно
For experienced independent skiers after checking present connections and an authorised safe water passage. Suitability of the complete proposal for children, dogs and bicycles is unestablished. Do not plan the whole ski journey with a stroller; continuous reception is unconfirmed. Snow and ski intent alone do not authorise reservoir entry.

Nearby

The Pestovskoye family includes other versions from Nekrasovskaya and the reverse direction from Zavety Ilyicha to Radonezh. Their connections and gathering places cannot automatically be transferred to this western version. Abramtsevo Museum-Reserve, historic Radonezh village and shore recreation sites need separate visits; a nearby name does not establish an included tour or operating service.

Getting there

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Without a car
The starting passenger landmark is Radonezh halt on the Yaroslavsky direction, with a separate authorised approach to the beginning. Beyond the main ending, allow your own approach to passenger Zavety Ilyicha on the same direction. Check present train calls and platform passages. Nekrasovskaya belongs to other directions within the Pestovskoye family; historic Radonezh village is not the starting station.
By car
Agree delivery to the Radonezh passenger approach and collection on the Zavety Ilyicha side beyond the ending. If a car remains at the start, choose how to return for it beforehand. Direct access to the Yakhroma location and vehicle support along the Pestovskoye water section are unconfirmed.
Parking
Parking is unconfirmed. Ask whether a car may remain at your chosen starting or finishing passenger approach for the entire journey. Agree group drop-off and a longer vehicle stay separately.

Электрички туда и обратно

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What to expect

Places
Yakhroma on the western part of the journey The Yakhroma appears beyond the long western approach and before the southern continuation. Check an authorised present river passage separately.
Pestovskoye Reservoir (winter water section) At Pestovskoye, this version extends over the reservoir’s water. Ski continuation requires a confirmed authorised and safe ice passage; a summer shore connection is unestablished.

Difficult sections and safety

На что обратить внимание
Elevation gainСуммарный набор высоты — 819 м.
SurfaceТип покрытия пока не определён.
Риски The proposal’s status requires present passage along all long connections to be checked. Assess the Yakhroma passage and Pestovskoye water section independently. An authorised safe present ice crossing is unestablished; without one, do not plan this complete version. A shore alternative replacing the water is unconfirmed. EMERCOM identifies risks from currents, entering streams, springs, snow and poor visibility; a universal ice thickness does not replace local assessment. A working Yakhroma bridge or ford is also unconfirmed.

How much time to allow

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Расчётное время в пути 10 h 21 min
С запасом на остановки + 30–60 мин
A day-by-day plan is not established. A confirmed total duration and agreed overnight places are unavailable. In your multi-day plan, separate the western arc, Yakhroma section, southern Isakovo continuation, an independent Pestovskoye decision and the Zavety Ilyicha finish. Choose accommodation separately under authorised access. Do not leave water passage for darkness or poor visibility; arrange passenger approaches and the return beforehand.

Best time to go

Сезонность и рекомендации
The winter ski intent depends on settled snow and a confirmed authorised safe ice passage. Early frost, thaw and snow over water do not establish Pestovskoye suitability. A summer walking or cycling shore version of this line is unconfirmed. Check present ski clearance separately from water conditions.

What to bring

Базовый список для комфортного похода
Skis for a substantial independent journey, suitable bindings and repair equipment.
Warm pause layers, wind protection, a dry change, light and first aid.
Your own drinking water, food and hot drink; services and replenishment along the entire passage are unconfirmed.
A map of the western arc, Yakhroma location and Pestovskoye water section, phone and reserve power.
If the water passage is authorised and assessed as safe, determine specialist equipment and procedure with those responsible for the crossing.
Separately arranged authorised accommodation and a return chosen beforehand.

FAQ

Questions before the trip

Can I do this route without a car?

The starting passenger landmark is Radonezh halt on the Yaroslavsky direction, with a separate authorised approach to the beginning. Beyond the main ending, allow your own approach to passenger Zavety Ilyicha on the same direction. Check present train calls and platform passages. Nekrasovskaya belongs to other directions within the Pestovskoye family.

Is this route suitable for children?

Assess the route by length, difficulty, and elevation gain. If you go with children, allow more time and choose a calm 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: 53.3 km, hard.

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