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Pushkin’s Shadow and Green Spaces

A quiet walk through Saint Petersburg’s literary history and nearby parks, timed for the late afternoon light.

Best time: 15 JanAbout 105 min

Timeline

  1. 13:44

    Торжковский рынок

    Start at the market to buy fresh pastries or snacks for the walk. The market is open early and offers a local touch before heading out.

  2. 13:59

    Site of Pushkin’s Duel

    Walk down Torzhkovskaya street, turn left at the first light on Novosibirskaya street, and walk straight to the end. Cross the railway tracks to enter the park and find the granite obelisk. The fresh flowers and quiet atmosphere set a reflective tone.

  3. 14:59

    Штрудельбург

    Head to the café just five minutes away for a warm drink and a break. It is a short walk from the memorial and perfect for resting before the next leg.

  4. 15:59

    Matsievich Garden

    Walk 14 minutes to the nearby garden. It is a small, peaceful green space close to the previous stops, offering a quiet moment away from the main path.

  5. 16:29

    Site of Pushkin’s Duel

    Return to the memorial site as the sun sets toward the southwest. The golden light from 14:55 to 16:29 illuminates the granite obelisk and the surrounding park, providing a poignant end to the walk.

Local tip

The market opens at 08:00. The café is open until 21:00. The memorial is accessible throughout the day.

Check before you go

  • Market hours: Mo-Sa 08:00-20:00; Su 08:00-19:00
  • Café hours: Mo-Su 09:00-21:00

Built from places in the Wikivoyage guide to Saint Petersburg (CC BY-SA 4.0), with open map data from OpenStreetMap contributors (ODbL).

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