Krasnogorsk: Museums, Parks and Leisure

• The KMZ Museum focuses on the history of Krasnogorsk and the achievements of photographic technology.
• The Krasnogorsk branch of the Victory Museum covers the history of the Second World War.
• Ivanovskiye Prudy is a modern park in the city’s historic centre.
• The leisure destinations mentioned include Skazochnyy Park, Gubaylovskiy Eco-Park and a rope park.

The KMZ Museum brings together local history and photographic technology: it focuses on the history of Krasnogorsk and the achievements of photographic technology. The cameras on display include models from the Zorkiy, Kvarts and Krasnogorsk brands. Documents, photographic materials and objects also cover the establishment and development of the factory, the city and the country’s optical industry. The exhibits therefore offer a perspective ranging from specific cameras to the industrial and urban context in which this technology developed. The museum offers an audio guide for exploring the exhibitions independently.

The Krasnogorsk branch of the Victory Museum offers a different historical focus. Its account of the history of the Second World War begins with its causes and is comprehensive and structured. Particular attention is given to prisoners of war and special propaganda during the Great Patriotic War. An interactive tour introduces children to the museum, the work of a museum guide and how exhibits are created; it also includes an account of Krasnogorsk during the war. Dates and bookings may vary. If you are planning this tour, check the latest information in advance.

The Krasnogorsk Arena also has a specific historical connection: it opened on 30 June 2019, Vladimir Petrov’s birthday, and was named after him.

Ivanovskiye Prudy is a modern park in the historic centre of Krasnogorsk. It has a cycle path, children’s playgrounds and sports grounds, and a viewing platform with a balustrade. The fountains are illuminated in different colours in the evening. These features offer a variety of attractions: the cycle path is part of the park just as much as the play and sports areas or the view from the viewing platform. Ivanovskiye Prudy was formerly part of the Znamenskoye-Gubailovo estate.

Another place connected with the estate is Krasnogorsk City Park, which is located on its grounds. The relationship is not quite the same: Ivanovskiye Prudy was formerly part of the estate, while the city park is located on the estate’s grounds. This distinction helps avoid conflating two parks with historical connections.

Skazochnyy Children’s Park is located in a clearing among old pine trees and opened in 1936. Its facilities include a football and hockey field and a volleyball court, tennis and chess tables, and attractions for small children. These facilities cater to different interests, from ball sports to games and attractions. If you are planning a visit with children, you can compare these specific facilities with the ages and interests of your travel group.

Gubaylovskiy Eco-Park has a mountain biking facility, an area devoted to traditional wooden architecture, and areas for walking and training dogs. Those comparing different leisure interests in one destination will find a different range of activities here than in parks with playgrounds and sports grounds.

The rope park in Krasnogorsk has six courses with a total length of 1.3 kilometres. It also features Quick Jump, a climbing wall, a selfie bench suspended between heaven and earth, and the NetPark net maze. As the availability of activities may change, check the latest information before planning a visit.

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What does the KMZ Museum exhibit?

The museum covers the history of Krasnogorsk and the achievements of photographic technology. It displays cameras from brands including Zorkiy, Kvarts and Krasnogorsk, as well as documents and objects relating to the development of the factory, the city and the optical industry.

What activities for children are mentioned?

The Victory Museum branch offers an interactive tour for children. Skazochnyy Park has attractions for small children, and Ivanovskiye Prudy Park has playgrounds and sports grounds for children.

How are Ivanovskiye Prudy and the city park connected to the Znamenskoye-Gubailovo estate?

Ivanovskiye Prudy was formerly part of the estate. Krasnogorsk City Park is located on the estate’s grounds.

Go to the main travel overview: Krasnogorskiy District.