From the Sozh to the Drut: The Krasnopolye, Cherikov and Rogachev Variant: bicycle in Belarus
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From the Sozh to the Drut: The Krasnopolye, Cherikov and Rogachev Variant

Distance
405.7 km
Estimated moving time
1 d 13 h
Elevation gain
—
Difficulty
Hard
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Route description

This eastern arc from Gomel links village churches, Krasnopolye’s memorials and the older streets of Cherikov. Beyond the Iput, the road reaches Vetka, where a monument to the first tractor drivers and an excavator stand beside the street. Svetilovichi marks the crossing of the Besed, while Polesye brings St Nicholas Church close to the road. The smaller stops are part of the appeal: local monuments reveal a different side of the region from its main town squares. In Krasnopolye, the journey passes monuments to Mikhail Antonov and Yakov Zevin, a military vehicle displayed at a memorial site and a monument commemorating the Chernobyl disaster. The Mound of Glory stands beyond the settlement, before the road continues to the Sozh and Cherikov. Look for the Nativity of the Virgin Church in an older town building and historic industrial premises towards the western exit. Allow separate time if you would like to explore the local museums. After crossing the Pronya, the journey skirts northern Slavgorod and continues through Kristopolye and Dovsk. A roadside postal station recalls earlier travellers; in Rogachev, the Dnieper and Drut follow one another along the course. Uritskoye and Pribor lead back towards Gomel’s western edge. This is a variant of the long journey through Cherikov, retaining the same principal towns and river crossings, with the start and finish in different parts of Gomel.

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

Last updated 16.10.2026

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Elevation profile

gentle climb steep

Surface

Asphalt 63% · Improved surface 17% · Dirt 2% · Unknown 16%

Surface data covers 340.7 km of 405.7 km; the rest of the track is not yet classified.

Asphalt 63% · 254.8 km
Improved surface 17% · 69.7 km
Dirt 2% · 6.69 km
Gravel 1% · 5.09 km
Compacted dirt 1% · 3.91 km
Concrete 1% · 0.23 km
Sand 1% · 0.15 km
Paving stones 1% · 0.12 km
Unknown 16% · 65.1 km

Before you go

Всё важное о маршруте

Route at a glance

Главное за минуту
Explore eastern Belarus through its river valleys and smaller towns. St Nicholas Church in Polesye, Krasnopolye’s memorials, Cherikov’s older buildings and Rogachev’s two rivers give the journey distinct stopping places. It will appeal to travellers who enjoy finding local history in ordinary streets and roadside monuments.
Length
405.7 km
Elevation gain
—
Surface
Asphalt 63%
From the Sozh to the Drut: The Krasnopolye, Cherikov and Rogachev Variant: route photo

Route suitability

Кому будет комфортно
Without a car Yes
With children No
With a dog No
By bike Partially
With a stroller No
Mobile signal Не проверено

Nearby

Vetka’s Museum of Old Belief and Belarusian Traditions requires a separate visit to Red Square. Krasnopolye’s history and ethnography museum at 2 Antonova Street covers crafts, local theatre and the Chernobyl disaster. Cherikov’s local history museum at 180 Leninskaya Street also has a separate approach. Optional visits in Rogachev include St Anthony of Padua Church and the condensed milk monument. Central Slavgorod is outside this variant.

Getting there

Варианты и важные моменты Show on map
Without a car
Plan your arrival and onward journey through Gomel. The opening point is near Fuel Station No. 52 on 1st Lunacharskogo Street, close to Pugacheva Street Bus Stop. The journey ends near Fuel Station No. 87 at the western entrance. Medgorodok Bus Stop is some distance away: check a permitted approach separately or arrange a pickup. Confirm timetables and bicycle carriage for the transport you select.
By car
Use Fuel Station No. 52 at 60A 1st Lunacharskogo Street as the drop-off reference. Arrange collection near Fuel Station No. 87 on the M10 at Gomel’s western entrance. The two locations are separate, so agree on a waiting place with a suitable permitted approach before setting out.
Parking
A place to leave a car for several days has not been confirmed at the start. Choose parking in Gomel in advance and agree on the length of stay. Being able to stop at a fuel station does not establish permission to leave a vehicle there throughout the trip.

Электрички туда и обратно

Расписание на дату и время, до которого нужно выйти на маршрут

What to expect

Places
Iput on the Way out of Gomel river crossed by the road.
Memorial to Vetka’s First Tractor Drivers roadside monument to local agricultural machinery workers.
Excavator Monument in Vetka EO-3322 machine beside the northern exit from town.
Besed in Svetilovichi river crossed by the road.
St Nicholas Church in Polesye village church beside Sovetskaya Street.
Memorial to Fallen Residents of Polesye place of remembrance beside the road through the village.
Mikhail Antonov Monument in Krasnopolye monument near the entrance to the settlement centre.
Yakov Zevin Monument in Krasnopolye another local monument beside the main street.
BMD-1P Monument in Krasnopolye military vehicle on a memorial site beside the road.
Memorial to the Tenth Anniversary of Chernobyl memorial beside the eastward turn in Krasnopolye.
Mound of Glory North of Krasnopolye memorial beside the road towards Cherikov.
Sozh at Cherikov river crossed by the road.
Nativity of the Virgin Church in Cherikov church housed in a former noble assembly building.
Cherikov Memorial to Soldiers, Partisans and Underground Fighters town memorial beside the main road.
Former Rectification Plant in Cherikov historic industrial buildings near the western exit; view from the street.
Pronya before Slavgorod river crossed by the road.
Postal Station near Kristopolye historic building beside the road towards Dovsk.
Church of the Intercession in Dovsk church beside the main road through Dovsk.
Dnieper in Rogachev river crossed by the road.
Drut in Rogachev river crossed by the road.
Dnieper at the M5 Bridge river crossed by the road.
Memorial to Local Residents in Pribor roadside monument on the closing section.

Difficult sections and safety

На что обратить внимание
Elevation gainДанные по набору высоты уточняются.
SurfaceAsphalt 63%, Improved surface 17%, Dirt 2%, Unknown 16%.
Риски Be prepared for sustained riding on roads carrying motor traffic. Check current cycling access on the M5 sections, through the junction at Dovsk and on the M10 return. A continuous ride under present conditions has not been confirmed; arrange permitted connections before departure. Restricted service branches occur around Babichi and Pioner. Avoid the side footway in Uritskoye where bicycles are prohibited. View Cherikov’s older buildings from public streets. Before travelling through the eastern districts, check local restrictions affecting resettlement territories. Areas with access controls require permission. Do not turn towards closed villages or continue beyond restriction signs.

How much time to allow

Оцените свой темп
Расчётное время в пути 1 d 13 h
С запасом на остановки + 30–60 мин
Divide the trip over several days with accommodation confirmed ahead of time. Allow stops in Vetka and Krasnopolye early in the journey, Cherikov in the middle and Rogachev on the return. Museum visits need additional time. Leave room on the final day for travelling from Gomel’s western entrance to your accommodation or departure point.

Best time to go

Сезонность и рекомендации
Choose a period without snow or ice and with enough daylight. Moderate temperatures and light winds are preferable on the open roads. In summer, account for heat between settlements; after prolonged rain, check bridge approaches and stopping places.

What to bring

Базовый список для комфортного похода
A prepared bicycle and helmet
Checked brakes and front and rear lights
Spare tube, pump and repair tools
Water and food until the next confirmed supply stop
Rain and wind protection plus a warm layer
Phone with an offline map and spare power
First-aid kit
Identity documents and any permits required for your chosen sections
Accommodation details and a plan for an early return from an intermediate town

FAQ

Questions before the trip

Can I do this route without a car?

Plan your arrival and onward journey through Gomel. The opening point is near Fuel Station No. 52 on 1st Lunacharskogo Street, close to Pugacheva Street Bus Stop. The journey ends near Fuel Station No. 87 at the western entrance. Medgorodok Bus Stop is some distance away: check a permitted approach separately or arrange a pickup. Confirm timetables and.

Is this route suitable for children?

Do not treat this as a basic child-friendly route: check difficulty, length, and trail conditions 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: 405.7 km, hard.

Photo authors and sources
  1. Route photo 1
    Andrei Kuzmin
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  2. Route photo 2
    Denis Blisch
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  3. Route photo 3
    Denis Blisch
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  4. Route photo 4
    Szeder László
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  5. Route photo 5
    MisterXS
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