Pirozhnaya Hill: the woodland ski circuit with western loops: skiing in Moscow region
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Pirozhnaya Hill: the woodland ski circuit with western loops

Distance
3.2 km
Time
42 min
Elevation gain
35 m
Difficulty
Easy
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Route description

The woodland ski circuit of Pirozhnaya Hill begins on the eastern side and follows several western loops before a northern arc returns to the entry. Much of the skiing passes through woodland: elongated paths and narrow connections replace a single broad sweep. This shape suits a skier interested in working through bends and completing a circuit with their own return. The course has a skating-ski intent, making today’s snow preparation the first condition to check. Its name connects skiing with the well-known Pirozhnaya Hill area near Krasnoarmeysk; visiting ancient earthworks or skiing the downhill slope requires a separate plan.

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The description, logistics and points of interest were prepared using maps and open sources. Trail conditions may change.

Route data was imported from GPX and has not been field-verified.

Last updated 13.10.2026

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Elevation profile

gentle climb steep

Before you go

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Route at a glance

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Choose woodland skating-ski movement with western loops and a northern return. Changing direction within one circuit helps move from a town day to skiing among trees. The eastern beginning remains the return place and a useful point for your own pause.
Length
3.2 km
Elevation gain
35 m
Surface
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Pirozhnaya Hill: the woodland ski circuit with western loops: route photo 2 in Moscow region

Route suitability

Кому будет комфортно
For cross-country skiers with confident control on woodland bends. Complete suitability for children, dogs and bicycles is unestablished. Do not plan the whole winter circuit with a stroller. Continuous reception and operating services have not been checked.

Nearby

Pirozhnaya Hill is associated with ancient Pirozh, or Pirozhsk: a scholarly publication describes the remaining rounded earthwork of its fortress. A precise visit is unconfirmed within this ski circuit. Arrange the historic hill and a separate downhill-ski outing with your own approach and checked present access.

Getting there

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Without a car
Public transport to the precise eastern beginning is unconfirmed. Choose a present connection to the Krasnoarmeysk side and an authorised final approach to the ski path independently. Plan departure from the same place to which the woodland circuit returns.
By car
Precise authorised vehicle access to the eastern beginning is unconfirmed. Agree a drop-off and a separate approach to the ski paths. Driving through woodland loops is unnecessary for collection: ending and beginning coincide.
Parking
Parking is unconfirmed. Ask beforehand where a car may remain for the whole outing and establish an authorised approach to the beginning.

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What to expect

Places
Pirozhnaia
Vokrug

Difficult sections and safety

На что обратить внимание
Elevation gainСуммарный набор высоты — 35 м.
SurfaceТип покрытия пока не определён.
Риски Choose speed before entering the narrow western bends and connections. The actual paths have one-way ski indications; check present signs and the prepared direction on arrival. A skating intent does not establish today’s prepared width. Thin snow can expose ground, while a thaw leaves an icy crust. Lighting of the complete circuit is unestablished. Conditions at the neighbouring downhill slope do not determine these cross-country woodland paths.

How much time to allow

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Расчётное время в пути 42 min
С запасом на остановки + 30–60 мин
A confirmed complete duration for the one-day outing is unavailable. Include the separate eastern approach, western loops, inner connections, northern arc and your return. Select pauses and repetition for actual snow; add departure from the beginning after skiing.

Best time to go

Сезонность и рекомендации
A winter day with sufficient snow and confirmed preparation of the cross-country circuit. Skating suitability depends on today’s preparation throughout every loop. Classic grooves, operating lighting and clearance after snowfall are separately unestablished.

What to bring

Базовый список для комфортного похода
Skis and boots for your chosen technique after actual preparation is checked.
A map of the western loops and northern arc, plus a phone with reserve power.
Your own drink and snack; an operating food service on the circuit is unconfirmed.
Warmth for woodland pauses, dry gloves and a small repair kit.
First aid and a light for a separate approach if finishing late.

FAQ

Questions before the trip

Can I do this route without a car?

Public transport to the precise eastern beginning is unconfirmed. Choose a present connection to the Krasnoarmeysk side and an authorised final approach to the ski path independently. Plan departure from the same place to which the woodland circuit returns

Is this route suitable for children?

Most likely yes: the route is short and easy, but still check weather, surface, and safe rest spots 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: 3.2 km, easy.

Photo authors and sources
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  2. Route photo 2 Original source

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