Sormovsky City District

Sormovsky City District sits in the northwestern part of Nizhny Novgorod and borders the Volga River and Moskovsky City District. The area covers a wide expanse with residential neighborhoods, green spaces, and industrial sites from different periods.

The area began as a settlement in 1542 and later became shaped by industry, particularly with the opening of Sormovo Works in 1849. This factory turned the region into a major center for manufacturing and working-class life.

The neighborhood's name reflects its working-class roots and industrial past that shaped the community. Walking through the district, you can see how this heritage continues to influence the spaces and buildings around you.

The neighborhood is well-connected by public transport, including trams, buses, and trains, with Varya station serving as a key hub. Knowing the main stations helps you get around the different parts of this large district.

Along the Volga's shores, you'll find leisure and swimming areas that have developed in former sand quarries shaped by the region's industrial past. These unexpected recreation spots offer an interesting contrast to the neighborhood's factory heritage.

Location: Nizhny Novgorod

Inception: 1924

Shares border with: Moskovsky City District, Nizhny Novgorod

Website: https://admgor.nnov.ru/rayon/9

GPS coordinates: 56.35000,43.86667

Latest update: December 22, 2025 10:55