Priozersk is a town on the Karelian Isthmus. At different times in its history the settlement and its fortress belonged to the Novgorod Republic, Sweden, Russia, and Finland. The town's name changed too: it was Korela, Kexholm, and Käkisalmi before becoming Priozersk after World War II. A great reason to learn the history of these parts. The route was designed especially for BelkaCar car sharing.
Korela Fortress
🏯 Fortress remains · 📜 Historic site
Lutheran Church in Priozersk
🕍 Place of worship
Valaam Monastery Metochion
🕍 Place of worship
Priozersk Railway Station
🚂 Railway station
The Vuoksi River and Love Island
🔭 Viewpoint
Lutheran Church in Melnikovo
🕍 Place of worship
Church of St. Andrew the First-Called
🕍 Place of worship
Point 6
🕍 Place of worship
The Lutheran church in Melnikovo was built in the early 20th century for the Finnish congregation, when the area was part of the Grand Duchy of Finland. After the war the church was abandoned and gradually fell into decay, but it has kept its historical significance.
The church is built in the Gothic Revival style, with characteristic pointed windows and a massive bell tower. Its simple but expressive facade and high vaults give it a majestic look despite the damage. The interior once had an organ for services and concerts.
In 1939, before the Winter War began, prayer services were held in the church, where local residents gathered to pray for peace and safety. This became an important moment in the history of the community and the town.
Point on route “A Town on the Karelian Isthmus”
Point 6
🕍 Place of worship
The Lutheran church in Melnikovo was built in the early 20th century for the Finnish congregation, when the area was part of the Grand Duchy of Finland. After the war the church was abandoned and gradually fell into decay, but it has kept its historical significance.
The church is built in the Gothic Revival style, with characteristic pointed windows and a massive bell tower. Its simple but expressive facade and high vaults give it a majestic look despite the damage. The interior once had an organ for services and concerts.
In 1939, before the Winter War began, prayer services were held in the church, where local residents gathered to pray for peace and safety. This became an important moment in the history of the community and the town.
7 points
51 km
4 hours
