Petrozavodsk
The capital of Karelia
Count all the sculptures on the Onega Embankment, try kalitki pastries with cloudberries, and watch the sunset from the Devil’s Chair.
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What to Do
Popular
Iconic places are waiting for you! These attractions allow you to feel the spirit and atmosphere of Russia, even if your trip is very short.
How to Get There
Moscow
Travel time: 1 hour 25 minutes.
Interesting Facts
>320
years
of Petrozavodsk. The city was founded in 1703.
>60 000
lakes
in Karelia
50%
of Karelia's
territory is forests
40%
of Karelia
consists of lakes, rivers, and swamps
Petrozavodsk Tourist Information Center
8 Sverdlova Street, Petrozavodsk
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Weather in Petrozavodsk
-21°C/-6°F
13.02.2026
cloudy
Sunrise
08:34
Sunset
17:19
Humidity
79%
Wind
0.9 km/h
High
-16°C/+3°F
Low
-23°C/-9°F
