Svensky Monastery
An old Orthodox monastery by the Desna, with fortress-like walls and a cathedral.
Tickets →Bryansk, Russia
Bryansk: airports, things to do and where to stay
Bryansk stands on the Desna, west of Moscow, surrounded by forests. Its historic centre keeps old monasteries and monuments on the hill of Pokrovskaya Gora.
Bryansk airports
From the airport to central Bryansk
Bryansk airport is about 13 km from central Bryansk.
Taxi
Before the closure, a taxi could be used to reach Bryansk, about 14 km away. Not available at present.
Bryansk
Things to do in Bryansk
Pokrovskaya Gora
The hill where the city began, now an area of parks and monuments in the historic centre.
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Peresvet Monument
A monument to the warrior-monk Alexander Peresvet, who by tradition came from the Bryansk lands.
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Peresvet Bell Tower
A tall white bell tower next to the Peresvet monument, a prominent feature of the city's skyline.
Tickets →Frequently asked questions
Which airport serves Bryansk?
Bryansk is served by Bryansk (BZK).
How far is the airport from central Bryansk?
Bryansk airport is about 13 km from central Bryansk.
How do I get from the airport to central Bryansk?
From Bryansk airport you can take Taxi. Pre-booked taxis and private transfers are also available.
What are the must-sees in Bryansk?
Highlights of Bryansk include Svensky Monastery, Pokrovskaya Gora, Peresvet Monument, and Peresvet Bell Tower.
Photo credits
- Svensky Monastery: Андрей Осиновский, CC0, Wikimedia Commons
- Pokrovskaya Gora: GAlexandrova, CC BY-SA 4.0, Wikimedia Commons
- Peresvet Monument: GAlexandrova, CC BY-SA 4.0, Wikimedia Commons
- Peresvet Bell Tower: GAlexandrova, CC BY-SA 4.0, Wikimedia Commons