When is the best time to go on vacation to Belarus? What to see in Belarus - an overview of interesting sights of Belarus for an independent trip Nature routes and active recreation

There will be no surprise: in Belarus there is no sea and mountains, there is no exoticism or any particularly outlandish architecture to be found there. But!...

In Belarus there is no sea and mountains, there is no exoticism or any particularly outlandish architecture to be found there. But, nevertheless, this country occupies an honorable place in the tourist ratings of Russians for several reasons. Firstly, there are no difficulties with entry and you don’t even need a foreign passport. Secondly, this is almost Europe with the corresponding attributes: castles, churches, fortresses and medieval ruins. Well, the last argument is the magnificent natural landscapes, from which you simply cannot take your eyes off.

When?

There is plenty to do in Belarus all year round. Of course, the high season is traditionally considered to be late spring, summer and early autumn, when the sun often appears in the sky (about the weather). It is during this period that large flows of tourists flock to the country, sanatoriums and recreation centers are at maximum capacity, and hotel prices literally soar. In March, April and October, when the weather is changeable, it is better to go on excursions to memorial complexes and museums; in winter, ski resorts (for example, Silichi) and all-season sanatoriums are popular.

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Cultural program

There are many in Belarus worthy of attention places, each region can boast of something like that. But there is a mandatory minimum that no tourist can pass by. We should start with the classics of the genre (where would we be without it!) - Nesvizh and Mir castles. The first is an ideal example of European Baroque in its northern version, the second was built in the unique style of Belarusian Gothic. Both are listed world heritage UNESCO and are considered architectural gems countries.

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It's worth staying here for at least a few days to see the sights. It’s most convenient to start from the Upper Town, which is called the main tourist center. Baroque churches, classical mansions and monuments from the 16th to 19th centuries have been preserved there. From there you can walk to the Trinity Suburb - this is a reconstructed historical area, built up with nice stone estates with tiled roofs. Hidden behind the walls of houses interesting museums and cozy cafes. And finally, the Red Church on Sovetskaya street: his appearance mixed strict northern Gothic, rough neo-Romanesque style and ornate constructivism.

And in Minsk, it’s as if all the architects’ ambitions came true Soviet era. They realized their desire for gigantomania when designing Independence, Pobeda and Privokzalnaya squares. Just look at the monumental towers of the “Minsk Gate” and the huge Government House.

40 km from Minsk there is a museum park “Dudutki”, dedicated to traditional crafts and provincial life.

The Brest Fortress is one of the largest monuments on the territory of Belarus, dedicated to the history of the Great Patriotic War. The Khatyn complex was erected in memory of all the victims of the genocide who suffered in those terrible years. These places make a very strong impression on visitors; no one will leave indifferent.

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Nature routes and active recreation

You can fully enjoy the beauty of the landscapes, and at the same time fully relax and recharge your energy in the sanatoriums, boarding houses and camp sites of the Braslav Lakes National Park and the Sorochansky Lakes Nature Reserve. They do whatever their heart desires there: walk, fish, ride bicycles and sunbathe on equipped beaches in the warm season.

The best " beach resorts» are considered (Zaslavskoye Reservoir) and lake. Naroch, located on the territory of the Naroch National Park. By the way, this reserve is the most famous health center in the country.

In the famous Belovezhskaya Pushcha, travelers will find legendary bison that allow you to feed themselves from your hands, and 600-year-old oak trees - the same age as the Grand Duke of Lithuania Jagiello.

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in summer for active tourists expanse: kayaking on the Neman, cycling trips along the picturesque plains of Poozerie, horseback riding deep into the forests of the Berezinsky Nature Reserve. Not far from Minsk there are ski centers where colorful shows with the participation of fur seals and dolphins are constantly held. The nearby dino park is a real jungle in which giant prehistoric lizards lurk. You can visit the city planetarium with schoolchildren to watch spherical films about the structure of the Universe. But even kids will enjoy watching the funny performances in the circus.

In winter, you should plan a trip to one of Father Frost's residences. The main one is located in Belovezhskaya Pushcha. This is an entire estate with fairy-tale towers, where guests are greeted by magical characters. And the incredible New Year's tree, several tens of meters high, will delight even skeptical parents who have long ceased to believe in miracles.

Older children will enjoy spending time in the Sula History Park, located just 50 km from the capital. This interactive museum, the so-called “Belarus in miniature”. Another entertaining attraction - children's railway them. K. S. Zaslonova in Minsk.

As you know, Belarus over the past 10 years has taken a strong place in the line of the most popular resorts from the Russians. The advantage of these resorts is that they are all seasonal and offer sanatorium-resort treatment. It is treatment in sanatoriums in Belarus that is the main feature of this direction of tourism. With modern medical facilities and professional staff, sanatoriums in Belarus are attracting more and more new fans. One of the important advantages of resorts in Belarus is the off-season. But with all the year-round availability, of course, you can relax in Belarus in different months in different ways.

Average temperature September:

during the day +17 at night +8 water + 14

Now we will discuss vacation in September, why it is better or worse than in other months.

Advantages of holidays in sanatoriums in Belarus in September 2020:

1. During this period there is no rush, which means you can book a room in a sanatorium that you like, and not what is left.
2. September is very comfortable in a climatic sense. In September in Belarus there is no heat and no cold, a very moderate and comfortable period for recovery with almost any diagnosis.
3. In September, especially after September 5-6, there are practically no problems buying train or plane tickets.
4. After high demand in July-August, prices for tours naturally decrease, this is also a pleasant factor for choosing September as a vacation period.

The wonderful month of September is fraught with many temptations. Vacation prices are creeping down, while the seas are in resort countries still warm, the weather for excursions is the most pleasant, and the crowds of tourists, especially younger ones, are decreasing. If you decided to wait out the high season and planned your vacation for September, we applaud you! And we offer a list of countries where you can celebrate autumn brightly and comfortably.

TUNISIA

It is the beaches that become the first pleasant impression for those who fly to Morocco for the first time. And in general, Morocco is a country from which it is impossible to return without vivid impressions. Old cities, colorful Marrakesh and blue Chefchaouen, colorful oriental bazaars, respectful Moroccans - here you will not be grabbed by the hand in the bazaars or dragged into their shops. In this, the country clearly wins over the intrusive Egypt. And how beautiful Moroccan hotels are in an oriental way - these are places from which you truly don’t want to leave!

But you have to go out - it’s simply unacceptable to be in Morocco and not see the beauty of Marrakech or Casablanca! You will be taken from Agadir to Casablanca by domestic flight - the distance of 508 km is easier and faster to cover, of course. by air. If you don’t want to go that far, you can go to one day excursion to Marrakech - it costs 50-70 EUR.

Türkiye

This country, long beloved by Belarusians, prepared a pleasant surprise for tourists by the end of summer and beginning of autumn - prices for holidays in Turkey are creeping down.

In the first half of September you can choose almost any holiday Turkish resort, the Antalya coast will be the most comfortable for families with children. But in the second half of the month it is better to choose Side or Alanya.

Tours to Turkey this September are full of variety - you can fly from Minsk, Moscow, Kyiv. The cheapest options are with departure from Kyiv: from 210 USD for a week in a 3* hotel. Belarusians do not need a visa to Turkey.

CROATIA

On the sunny Adriatic, September is still the peak season - the beaches are full of European tourists, and the Croatians themselves enjoy spending time on the shores of the cleanest sea in Europe. At the same time, you can already pick ripe figs and pomegranates directly from the branches.

Tours to Croatia this September start from 160 EUR, the average price is 250 EUR. It includes a bus trip to the sea via European countries. Of course, with excursions. Typically, such tours last from 10 to 14 days, which includes travel through Europe and a week or a little more at sea.

CZECH REPUBLIC AND GERMANY

You won't find a better month for excursions around Europe - it's no longer hot summer, but it's not yet rainy autumn. And there are no longer such crowds in museums as during the holiday season. If you have long wanted to see the exhibitions of the Franz Kafka/Alfons Mucha/toys/sex machines museums in Prague, wander instead of knocking around Golden Street or visit the production of your favorite Czech beer, then the moment has come - it’s time!

Tours to the Czech Republic this September start from 75 EUR – that’s how much 3 nights in Prague will cost you. Belarusians need a Schengen visa to the Czech Republic.

You don’t have to limit yourself to the Czech Republic; you can combine your trip, for example, with Germany. On September 16, the next Oktoberfest begins in Munich. Why not extend your trip route?

BALI

September in Bali is one of the most pleasant months for a holiday. On the eve of the rainy season, not only surfers from all over the world come here, but also lovers of bounty holidays. The island is washed from the south Indian Ocean, from the north - the Bali Sea of ​​the Pacific Ocean.

Hotels in Bali are located in the southern part of the island, and all natural monuments- in the North. But the island itself is so small that going on an excursion to the exotic beauties of Bali will not be difficult. The most popular regions for holidays are Kuta, Nusa Dua, Seminyak. The best of them, with clean fine sand, palm groves, and - this is Nusa Dua.

Tours to Bali this September start from 750 USD for 11 days of holiday in a 4* hotel with departure from Moscow. Considering the long flight, it is worth choosing long tours, at least 10 days. Belarusians do not need a visa to Indonesia if you are going there on vacation for less than 30 days.

The only disadvantage of this option is that the flight with transfers is too long. But if it doesn't scare you, then why not?

UZBEKISTAN

The most amazing idea of ​​our review is a real exotic for a Belarusian tourist! Uzbekistan has recently appeared among the offers of Belarusian travel agencies. In September, comfortable weather sets in in Uzbekistan - and the second tourist wave begins. The heat drops from +40 C to +27 C, and delicious vegetables and fruits ripen. While traveling around Uzbekistan, you can travel along part of the Great Silk Road, see all the greatness of the Middle East, and learn everything about the legacy of Tamerlane. At the same time, you will not experience any inconvenience along the way - Uzbekistan and Belarus are very similar in economic and political structure, similar mentality, almost everyone speaks Russian, no visa hassle. What surprised me was that there are a lot of tourists from Europe in Uzbekistan. But at the same time, Belarusians will in no way feel like strangers there.

Tours to Georgia this September start from 250 USD, but this is without cost direct flight from Minsk. For the flight, add about 250-270 USD. You can fly from Kyiv - it will be a little cheaper. The most desperate ones can go to Georgia by bus - Belarusian travel agencies also have such offers.

Georgia is a country that everyone should visit at least once in their life. This can be done at any time - visa regime Georgia does not have a relationship with Belarus. And this needs to be done as early as possible, while Georgia still preserves all its traditions, remembers the most important toasts and does not lose its authenticity, despite the rapid Europeanization.

What’s nice about September is that this month the countries where you can vacation in August are still relevant. So don’t waste your last opportunity to go to the seas this year!

*price in foreign currency is indicated for non-residents of the Republic of Belarus. For citizens of the Republic of Belarus, payment is made only in Belarusian rubles at the National Bank rate on the day of payment for the tour

A former Soviet republic, a small state in Eastern Europe, Belarus is located west of Russia and north of Ukraine. Read our article on the Tour Calendar, where we tell you why the best time to visit it is from May to September.

Tourist season in Belarus

Belarus is still just developing as an attractive tourist destination, but for many it still remains a little-known country that has retained its special secret after the fall of the communist system. Today, everything here has echoes of the USSR, so those who come to the country first of all are those who are nostalgic for Soviet times. At the same time, Belarus does not live only in the past. It attracts lovers of pristine nature, naturalness, limitless opportunities for eco-tourism, powerful recreational potential, a serious excursion program and interesting culture. About 4.5 million foreigners visit the country every year, 30% of the total entry flow are Russians. Tourist season lasts all year round: in summer it is a forced march through national parks and museums, and in winter it is a holiday at ski resorts.

High season in Belarus

Not many tourists include Belarus in their plans. summer holidays, however, increased demand among travelers is observed precisely in given time years when the weather favors countryside holidays in the lap of nature, or to improve your health. Many tourists living near the border perceive a trip to Belarusian resorts as an outing to the countryside, because here you can go fishing, take a steam bath, and go mushroom and berry picking. It should be noted that prices in summer season somewhat overpriced: some sanatoriums and hotels set a price tag 1.5-2 times higher than standard rates in the off-season. This is one of the main reasons for the halt in the growth of tourist flows into the country. Cheap, according to the deep-rooted tourist legend about Belarus, vacation can only be in institutions inherited from the Soviet Union. Newly built boarding houses and recreation centers have almost the same cost level as Russian ones. But if you want to save a little, there is a way out - take advantage of the option early booking tours, available from March. Typically this will guarantee a 10%-30% discount. Please also keep in mind that August prices are 10%-25% higher than June prices.

Low season in Belarus

In winter, prices for trips to Belarus, as well as train and plane tickets, are reduced, but despite this, hotels remain only 50% occupied. Those who do go on vacation give preference to ski resorts and health centers. The greatest concentration of Russians is observed at this time in the Gomel, Mogilev and Minsk regions, located near the border with Russia.

Best time for excursions

What is there in Belarus is a rhetorical question. Everything is here and in large quantities: national parks(for example, the well-known Belovezhskaya Pushcha) with crystal mirror lakes and birch groves, historical and cultural reserves, memorial complexes, authentic palace and park estates, ancient churches, numerous museums and much more. Choice excursion programs is actually big, so at first you might even get confused. Some trips are designed for the whole day - with early departure and late return to the hotel, and the prevailing weather at this time can easily disrupt all plans. Moreover, the difference between daytime and evening temperatures is quite significant. The most favorable period for getting to know the natural, cultural and historical heritage of the country is late spring, summer and the first two weeks of September. At the same time, even at the agreed time after sunset, the air quickly cools down and becomes cold. For these reasons, we recommend taking a warm jacket or sweater on the road.

Ski season in Belarus

Just a few years ago, Belarus could not even imagine ski centers. Today it has several ski resorts, equipment and level of service which are about to meet Western European standards. “Little Switzerland” - this is how this country is now called for its healing climate, picturesque landscapes, clean air, and even today - for its tribute to tradition winter holiday in the snow. Unfortunately, mountain ranges not on the territory of the country, however, this did not stop it from equipping modern ski resorts. The ski season opens in early - mid-December and lasts until the end of March. Ideal coverage on the slopes is maintained using an artificial snowmaking system. At this time, the average daily air temperature is about -5..-7 °C. The largest influx of tourists is observed on the eve of the New Year and Christmas holidays, and, accordingly, prices during this period increase slightly.

Wellness season

Unique microclimate, good ecology, rich natural and recreational resources (such as silt, saprol mud, several types mineral waters etc.) became good “soil” for the development of the sanatorium and resort business in Belarus. About 70% of the foreign influx into the country flows into sanatoriums, the other 20% are accommodated in recreation centers and health complexes. All of them are located outside the city, on the shores of lakes surrounded by dense forests. People come here with diseases of the digestive system, diseases of the respiratory system, disorders of the peripheral nervous system, metabolic disorders and many other indications. First of all, tickets to “promoted” health resorts are sold out. The peak season is summer months- it's time school holidays and vacations. At this time, in addition to Russians and Ukrainians, many Poles, Baltic states and Germans rest and receive treatment here. This expansion of the resort contingent indicates the high quality of services provided and reasonable prices. It is most advisable to come for recovery from the second half of spring to the beginning of autumn, but in July and August there are always a lot of people. In this regard, a little advice: it is best to book course trips 3-4 months before your desired arrival date.

It's time for holidays and festivals

Belarusian culture is very original and interesting. Due to the special geopolitical position of the country, several nationalities influenced the formation of its culture. Today, the country's holiday calendar includes many memorable dates and events celebrated in Russia, but at the same time it is not without its own national celebrations. January 1 - New Year, January 5 - Day of Social Security Workers, January 7 - Christmas, on the night of January 13-14 - Old New Year, January 19 - Epiphany and Day of the Rescuer, January 21 - Engineering Troops Day, January 25 - Students' Day, last Sunday of January - Day of Belarusian Science, February 2 (15) - pagan holiday Gromnitsa (meeting winter with spring), February 14 - St. Valentine's Day, February 15 - Day of Remembrance of Internationalist Soldiers, February 23 - February 23 Day of Defenders of the Fatherland and the Armed Forces of the Republic of Belarus, March 15 - Constitution Day of the Republic of Belarus, March 25 - Freedom Day (not considered an official holiday), April 26 - Chernobyl Tragedy Day, April - May - Easter, May 5 - Press Day in Belarus, May 9 - Victory Day, May 15 - International Family Day, second Sunday of May - State Emblem Day, first Sunday after Easter - pagan holiday Radunitsa, June 22 - Day of National Remembrance of the Victims of the Second World War, June-early July - Syomukha (Pentecost), last Sunday of June - Youth Day, July 3 - Republic Day, July - international festival arts "Slavic Bazaar" in Vitebsk, August 2 - Paratrooper's Day, August 7 - Harvest Festival "Dozhinki", the third Sunday of August - Belarusian Air Force Day, the first Sunday of September - Belarusian Literature Day, the first Sunday of October - Teacher's Day, October 14 - Day mothers and Pokrov Holy Mother of God, third Sunday after Intercession (beginning of November) - “Autumn Grandfathers”, November 7 - October Revolution Day, November 17 - Student's Day, December 17 - Belarusian Cinema Day.

Climate in Belarus

Due to the fact that most of the territory of Belarus has a flat landscape, a temperate continental type of climate has formed here, or, more precisely, a transitional climate from maritime to continental. The strong influence of air masses from the Atlantic predetermined an increased level of humidity and an almost uniform distribution of precipitation throughout the year. The range of average daily seasonal temperatures is small - from -5 °C in winter to +23 °C in summer.

Belarus in spring

As a rule, spring is never in a hurry to come into its own. Even in the south, snow remains until mid-March, and in the north it lingers until mid-April. Starting from this time, warmth returns to the country, and temperatures are already above zero at night. Due to the heavy melting of snow, there is mud on the country roads, some populated areas are flooded due to floods on the rivers, so transport links with them it is often disturbed. Real spring comes here at the end of April - at the beginning of May, when sunny weather sets in. In the fresh air, in addition to the damp suspension, delightful floral aromas begin to be detected, fruit trees begin to bloom, and local parks and the squares are taking over with lush greenery.

Temperature and weather in Belarus in spring

Belarus in summer

Summer in Belarus is ideal for those who cannot stand the heat and scorching sun. During the day it is moderately warm and moderately sunny. This is a fairly rainy season, with precipitation occurring on approximately 13-15 days of each month, but fortunately it is short-lived and not heavy. It is warmest in August, at this time in the capital you should expect about +22..+23 °C, these figures are much higher in Gomel - here the thermometer can jump to +25..26 °C, in Brest it is also very warm, but the weather is more moderate. When going to the country in the summer season, however, you should be prepared for abnormal periods: in recent years, news reports have often been full of headlines about the unheard-of heat that has established itself in the republic at +32..+33 °C. But it is worth remembering that no matter what the weather is like during the day, the evening contrast to daytime temperatures is always impressive. At night, the thermometer drops by at least 9 °C, and by a maximum of 12 °C.

Temperature and weather in Belarus in summer

Belarus in autumn

In the first two weeks of September, you can go to Belarus without fear of spending your entire vacation in a hotel. Precipitation is still frequent, but during the day the thermometer rises to +17..+18 °C. But in the second half of the month, the weather unquestioningly obeys the rhythms of nature, the cycle of which cannot be stopped. It's getting cold outside, the sun is hiding behind the clouds almost all the time, and the trees are shedding their golden leaves. By October, the thermometer drops to +9..11 °C, strong winds rise, so long walks do not bring real pleasure. The first frosts are expected at night, but there are no significant negative temperatures yet. It is believed that after Intercession (mid-October) climatic winter comes into its own. In principle, this is what happens. In November, for the first time, the thermometer drops below 0 °C, the daytime is very cold, and rain with sleet is possible. A characteristic feature of the last month of autumn is dull fogs, as a result of which the humidity and, accordingly, the cold intensify.