Lysychansk

Lysychansk sits on elevated ground along the right bank of the Siverskyi Donets at 217 meters, surrounded by several coal mines. The city spreads along the river and several districts are separated by deep ravines that shape the terrain.

The settlement began in 1721 following the discovery of coal deposits near Lisya Balka, which founded mining in the Donbass. City status was granted in 1938 after heavy industry had shaped the region since the 19th century.

The name comes from the nearby Lyssa ravine, part of the natural landscape that early settlers used for orientation. Residents mostly speak Russian in daily life, while Ukrainian is used for official matters.

The main railway station connects the city to Khmelnytskyi and Kyiv through regular train services. The hilly topography means visitors should expect climbs and stairs when moving between districts.

The newspaper New Path has documented community life since January 1918, recording political shifts and economic changes over decades. Temperature extremes range from 41 degrees Celsius (106 degrees Fahrenheit) in June 1984 to minus 34 degrees Celsius (minus 29 degrees Fahrenheit) in February 1954.

Location: Lysychansk urban hromada

Inception: 1710

Elevation above the sea: 217 m

Part of: Severodonetsk-Lysychansk metropolitan area

Website: http://lis.gov.ua

GPS coordinates: 48.91694,38.43056

Latest update: December 11, 2025 21:54