Smolensk
A frontier stronghold of the Russian state on its western border. One of the oldest cities of Rus’, Smolensk stood on the trade route “from the Varangians to the Greeks.” By 863 it was already a major fortified trading center.
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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.
What to See
How to Get There
Moscow
Daily, almost every hour, trains depart from Moscow both to Smolensk and to Belarus with a stop in Smolensk. Travel time is from 3 hours and 40 minutes.
Interesting Facts
>1000
years old
The age of Smolensk. It was first mentioned in chronicles in 863.
7
hills
The city is built on seven hills.
6.5
km
The length of the fortress wall.
>6
meters
The thickness of the fortress wall in some sections.
Smolensk Tourist Information Center
18/3 Dzerzhinskogo Street, Smolensk
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Weather in Smolensk
-9°C/+16°F
09.01.2026
snow
Sunrise
09:11
Sunset
16:45
Humidity
88%
Wind
10.9 km/h
High
-9°C/+16°F
Low
-10°C/+14°F
