Meshchersky National Park, laid out in the Bakovsky forest, is not only a green place within the boundaries of a noisy and gas-polluted metropolis, but also an excellent reason to walk with your family or friends, play sports with like-minded people, introducing children to healthy recreation. But if suddenly you want to replace active rest with a pleasant, but unhurried pastime - here it is also possible.
The history of the founding of the park
The beginning of this resting place was laid back in the distant XIV century, in the then forest there were the estates of princes, boyars, near whose estates small peasant villages were formed. The peasants used the forest for their household and their own needs. By the end of the XIV century, the boyar of the Grand Duke Dmitry Donskoy named Andrei Odinets was granted an estate located 19 versts from Moscow, which eventually turned into the village of Odintsovo. During the reign of Tsar Ivan the Terrible, his hunting grounds were located here.
Nowadays, Meshchersky Park is famous not only for the fact that it includes a real forest, but also for the fact that this forest has retained a noticeable part of its former, almost pristine beauty, which means that the ecology here is practically unique.
Park today
In 2007, a number of hectares of the Bakovsky forest park were bought by structures owned by Roman Abramovich, who wanted to create a park here, which later received the name of the neighboring village - Meshchersky Park. Interestingly, Moscow includes the village itself, and the park is already spread out on the territory of the region.
During the summer months, there is a pond beach where you can sunbathe by the water. Cyclists have the opportunity to ride the paths right between the trees, and skiers can ski in the winter months. There are also special paths for Nordic walking enthusiasts. And so that the peace of the vacationers is not disturbed by anything and no one, a patrol service works here, which will escort rowdy or drunken hooligans out of the park.
Has Meshchersky Park and a high-quality football field measuring 60 by 40 meters. It is equipped with high-quality artificial turf and coconut filler, which meets the most stringent requirements, even FIFA would not have found comments on it. By the way, the tournament can be held here quite corresponding to the level of the pitch, because even for the fans there are stands with 50 seats.
The park also has a roller track with a length of 1850 meters with a very high-quality and modern surface. The width of the track is as much as 3 meters, which eliminates any congestion, even when there are many skiers in the park. And along the entire length of the track, there are resting places where you can take a breath and take a sip of water.
There are also equipped playgrounds for playing football, workout areas, and places for yoga in the park. For those who bring their pets to the Meshchersky Park, there are agility sites, that is, special places where you can practice "dog sports", and if simply - passing special obstacles with the dog. But do not forget about the safety rules - animals are allowed on the site only in a muzzle and a collar. You can also admire and feed squirrels in the park.
In addition, various sports competitions, relay races and holidays are regularly held in the park. On the site of this object or on its information board, there is always a complete poster of all upcoming events.
Rental
Wonderful landscapes, pine air, equipped paths for sports - what could be better for an active holiday? At the same time, there is no need to take a bike with you, since a bike rental in Meshchersky will allow you to easily enjoy a bike ride both alone and in any, even a large company.
Moreover, a bicycle will be picked up here for a child, because the rental has a wide selection of sports equipment from popular and well-known brands, and the entire range is in good condition.
For cycling enthusiasts, Meshchersky Park also offers rental:
- bike trailers (baby bike strollers);
- adult tricycles;
- electric bicycles;
- fatbikes.
"PandaPark"
"PandaPark Meshchersky" is the country's very first rope park styled as "Wild West" and remains the largest in Moscow. It includes 8 rope routes for visitors of varying fitness levels and almost all ages. Attracts guests and a shooting range where you can shoot from bows and crossbows.
The "Prospector" attraction is a stylized mine where you can try to get "magic" stones by playing a real prospector. You can safely go here with the whole family on a day off. Parents will love the Brave Cowboy and Flying Arrow routes as their children navigate the Redskins Leader and Prospectors Trail. And all this - against the backdrop of natural beauty and fresh fragrant forest air.
Playground
In Meshchersky Park, you can order a wonderful children's party with friends and beloved heroes of fairy tales and cartoons. And the parents themselves can relax while their child is having fun.
The Angry Birds Playground is a place for both kids and adults. Children will appreciate the numerous swings, tunnels, pipes, slides, various, including rope, ladders, a small climbing wall, an Angry Birds slingshot and even a whole ship. And all this splendor - under the leadership of cheerful characters well-known to children.
Ski base
In Meshchersky Park, the ski track is equipped almost on a plane, there are no interesting for experienced skiers, but dangerous steep ascents and descents. But this is an advantage for those wishing to learn how to ski, as well as for children, retirees or lovers of calm skiing health walks. The length of the routes is from 1 to 5 kilometers. The tracks are laid by a special machine. By the way, it is almost impossible to get lost thanks to ribbons of different colors, which Meshchersky Park made it easier for skiers to navigate.
The ski slope is available to everyone who wants to join active and useful winter recreation. Beginners should know that every Saturday-Sunday in Meshchersky Park children and adults trainings are held. On Saturdays, for example, cross-country skiing starts at 12:30, including training, classical and skating techniques. And for those who already know how to ride - workouts that help to improve their athletic level. It's also nice that these classes are completely free.
Meshchersky Park: how to get there
The park is located approximately one and a half kilometers from the Moscow Ring Road. When driving a private car, you can use both exit 49 (to Meshchersky) and exit 51 (to Zarechye). It is easy to park near the highway - there is an extensive parking space. You do not need to pay for parking.
You can also get to the park by public transport. Take an electric train to the Skolkovo station in the Kiev direction or by bus # 883 from the Slavyansky Bulvar metro station to the Meshchersky Prud stop.
