Baltiysk (Pillau)
Russia’s westernmost town: a lighthouse, warships, an equestrian statue of Empress Elizabeth and a ferry to the Vistula Spit.
Baltiysk is the main base of the Baltic Fleet; ships line the waterfront.
The early-19th-century lighthouse, the citadel and Elizabeth’s statue by the strait are the main sights.
A ferry crosses to the Vistula (Baltic) Spit with empty beaches.
Tips
- Photographing military objects is prohibited.
- Check ferry times in advance.
- Always windy — bring a windbreaker.
Getting there
About 50 km west; train, bus or car.
Prices, opening hours and rules change — check official sources before you travel.
Nearby
CoastYantarny (Palmnicken)The village by the world’s largest amber deposit: a viewpoint over the open pit, the region’s best beach and an old park.
Kaliningrad cityKönigsberg Forts: Fort No. 5A ring of 19th-century brick forts surrounds the city. The best preserved, Fort No. 5, is an open-air museum.
Kaliningrad cityAmalienau villa districtThe city’s most charming pre-war district: early-20th-century villas, leafy streets and the best cafés for a slow morning.