Otradnoye

Otradnoye is an industrial town in Kirovsky District situated along the left bank of the Neva River where it meets the Tosna River. The town developed around manufacturing facilities that produce riverboats and machinery, which remain central to its economy and daily life.

The settlement began in 1708 as a village and was developed into an estate during the imperial era before becoming an industrial center in the Soviet period. The modern town took shape after the 1970s when manufacturing facilities expanded significantly and the area became more densely populated.

The town maintains two federal heritage monuments and multiple local memorials dedicated to wartime events from the Second World War period.

The town has railway connections to St. Petersburg and nearby areas, making it relatively accessible for visitors and residents. Walking along the river brings you past the industrial zones where you can observe the manufacturing sites and get a sense of how the town functions around its economic centers.

The town holds two federal heritage monuments and several local memorials marking significant events from World War II. These sites remain visible throughout the urban landscape and serve as reminders of how deeply the war shaped this region.

Location: Otradnenskoye urban settlement

Inception: 1708

Elevation above the sea: 17 m

Website: http://otradnoe-na-neve.ru

GPS coordinates: 59.77417,30.79444

Latest update: December 14, 2025 20:28