Walking from Chertanovo to Church of the Protection of the Theotokos at Gorodnya

in Moscow, Russia

3.07 km
41 minutes walking
AB

Starting in Chertanovo, I meander through quiet residential streets, the soft crunch of gravel beneath my shoes. The air carries the faint scent of lilacs, hinting at nearby gardens. As I walk, I pass by the busy markets along Sushchevskaya Street, where vendors call out, their voices mingling with the distant hum of traffic. Approaching the Church of the Protection of the Theotokos at Gorodnya, the architecture rises up, a striking contrast to the everyday surroundings, marking the end of my journey.

Turn-by-turn directions

19 steps · pace ~4.5 km/h
  1. ▶
    Set off
    39 m
    31 s
  2. ↑
    Carry straight
    45 m
    36 s
    0.08 / 3.07 km · 3%
  3. ↰
    Take a left
    271 m
    4 min
    0.35 / 3.07 km · 12%
  4. ↱
    Hang a right
    209 m
    3 min
    0.56 / 3.07 km · 18%
  5. ↰
    Take a left
    43 m
    35 s
    0.61 / 3.07 km · 20%
  6. ↱
    Hang a right
    33 m
    26 s
    0.64 / 3.07 km · 21%
  7. ↱
    Hang a right
    60 m
    47 s
    0.70 / 3.07 km · 23%
  8. 💧First quarter done. If it's hot, a sip of water now beats a gulp later.
  9. ↱
    Hang a right
    114 m
    2 min
    0.81 / 3.07 km · 27%
  10. ↰
    Take a left
    204 m
    3 min
    1.02 / 3.07 km · 33%
  11. ↖
    Keep slight left at the fork
    60 m
    48 s
    1.08 / 3.07 km · 35%
  12. ↰
    Take a left
    219 m
    3 min
    1.30 / 3.07 km · 42%
  13. ↱
    Hang a right
    50 m
    40 s
    1.35 / 3.07 km · 44%
  14. ↰
    Take a left
    155 m
    2 min
    1.50 / 3.07 km · 49%
  15. 🏁Halfway. Good moment to refill water or grab a quick coffee if you see one.
  16. ↰
    Take a left
    Long stretch ahead - photo break, phone check, or just look around.
    1.07 km
    14 min
    2.58 / 3.07 km · 84%
  17. ↱
    Hang a right
    187 m
    3 min
    2.76 / 3.07 km · 90%
  18. 📍Almost there. Look up - you should be able to spot the destination soon.
  19. ↱
    Hang a right
    113 m
    2 min
    2.88 / 3.07 km · 94%
  20. ↰
    Take a left
    171 m
    2 min
    3.05 / 3.07 km · 99%
  21. ↰
    Take a left
    Final stretch. Slow down so you don't walk past the entrance.
    28 m
    22 s
    3.07 / 3.07 km · 100%
  22. 🏁
    Arrive at destination

Local-script names show how they're signposted. The ≈ line shows a rough Latin transliteration to help with pronunciation. Times assume a steady ~5 km/h walk; add 15-20% in summer heat, on hills, or in crowds.

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Frequently asked questions

›How long does it take to walk from Chertanovo to Church of the Protection of the Theotokos at Gorodnya?

About 41 minutes at a steady 4.5 km/h walking pace. Add 15-20% in summer heat, on hills, or if you stop for photos.

›How far is Chertanovo from Church of the Protection of the Theotokos at Gorodnya on foot?

The walking route is 3.07 km following pedestrian paths. The straight-line distance is shorter but ignores buildings and one-way streets.

›Is this walk suitable for casual walkers?

This 3.07 km route is an moderate walk - manageable for most people in normal shoes. The pedestrian path uses footpaths and side streets where possible, so it's safer than walking along main roads.

›What's the best time of day to walk this route?

For the best atmosphere on this stretch of Moscow, the day walking video gives the most accurate preview of light and crowds. In general, early morning or sunset minimises midday heat and gives softer light for photos.

›Is the walking route free?

Yes - planning, viewing the route, and using our directions are all free. Watch out for paid entry to any specific landmark on the route (museums, archaeological sites) - those are separate from the walk itself.

›Can I reverse the route and walk from Church of the Protection of the Theotokos at Gorodnya back to Chertanovo?

Yes - the same path works in reverse with the same distance and walking time. Some one-way streets only affect drivers, not pedestrians.

Walking pace assumed at about 5 km/h on level ground - hills, crowds, and stops will slow you down.

Walking-route geometry from OpenStreetMap contributors via FOSSGIS OSRM (data licensed under ODbL). Landmark data from Wikidata (CC0).