Samarskoye: Monument and experiences at nearby Blue Lake

A monument in the form of a SU-85 self-propelled gun stands near School No. 1. Blue Lake, also known as Samarskoye Lake, is near the settlement of Samarskoye in Azovsky District and was formed at the site of a sand quarry. There are two paid beaches on the southeast shore. Beach details may change; check them locally before visiting.

In summer, visitors come to the lake to swim and sunbathe, as well as to play active games and volleyball. There is a volleyball court and a pavilion where visitors can picnic and cook food over a fire. These options combine time by the water with activity and a break for a meal.

There are playgrounds and inflatable slides for children; adults can enjoy banana boat rides. These different offerings give you concrete options when planning your time at the lake around swimming, play, or leisure interests. The two paid beaches are on the southeast shore; the other activities mentioned are at Blue Lake.

Leisure options vary with the season: in summer, swimming, sunbathing, and active games are part of the visitor experience. After the beach season ends, anglers come to Blue Lake. You can catch crucian carp, rudd, perch, and carp there. If you are choosing when to travel based on a particular activity, this seasonal change is a useful point of reference.

The fish species give visits outside the beach season a different focus from the summer activities by the water. So, when comparing your plans, you can first consider whether you want to visit the lake in summer for swimming and leisure activities, or after the beach season ends for fishing.

The travel information applies to Blue Lake. Commuter trains run from Rostov-on-Don railway station; the “1379 km” station is one and a half kilometers southwest of the lake. If you plan to travel by train, check the timetable before departure. The station’s distance provides a reference point for the lake.

From Rostov-on-Don, the drive to Blue Lake follows the M-4 highway. As routes may change, check your route before setting off. This information can help you plan a visit to the lake; the lake itself is near the settlement of Samarskoye. When choosing accommodation, it therefore remains important to decide whether to stay in Samarskoye or include the lake as a separate destination in your travel plans.

The monument in the form of a SU-85 commemorates Polikarp Aleksandrovich Polovinko, who was born in Samarskoye and is considered a Hero of the Soviet Union. It is also dedicated to the soldiers of the 135th Tank Brigade, who defended Samarskoye during the Great Patriotic War. The monument thus connects the local remembrance of Polovinko with the historical context of the settlement’s defense.

If you are interested in cultural history, this memorial offers a concrete point of reference in Samarskoye. You can also discover other destinations in Timiryazevskiy and Rogozhkino.

Is Blue Lake known by another name?

Yes. Blue Lake is also known as Samarskoye Lake and is near the settlement of Samarskoye in Azovsky District.

What fish can you catch in the lake?

After the beach season ends, anglers come to the lake. Fish that can be caught there include crucian carp, rudd, perch, and carp.

How do you get to Blue Lake from Rostov-on-Don?

Commuter trains run from Rostov-on-Don railway station; the “1379 km” station is one and a half kilometers southwest of the lake. By car, the route follows the M-4 highway. Check the timetable or route before departure.

For the parent travel overview: Azovskiy rayon.