Kaluga

The cradle of space exploration, surrounded by unique nature.
Kaluga is the city of Konstantin Tsiolkovsky, the founder of modern astronautics. Here you will learn the history of great discoveries.
The city stands on the high bank of the Oka River, breathing with open space, greenery, and tranquility. This is the place where you will surely fall in love with Russian nature.

City Photos

Photo: Shutterstock
Photo: Shutterstock
Photo: Shutterstock

How to Get There

Yekaterinburg

about 3 hours

Saint Petersburg

about 1 hour

Kazan

about 1.5 hours

Interesting Facts

654

years

the age of Kaluga. The city was founded in 1371.

30

bronze cosmonaut figurines

are hidden around the city.

160

meters

the length of the oldest bridge in Russia.

144

tons

the weight of the "Vostok" space rocket standing in the city.

Kaluga Tourist Information Center

Kaluga, Lenina St., 124
Mon–Thu 9 am‑6:15 pm;
Fri 9 am‑5 pm;
Sat and Sun 10 am‑5 pm.

Navigation

54.51,36.25

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Weather in Kaluga

+1°C/+34°F

05.03.2026

overcast

overcast

Sunrise
07:15
Sunset
18:17
Humidity

93%

Wind

4 km/h

High

+2°C/+36°F

Low

+1°C/+34°F

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