Quick ride by bicycle from Oktyabr’skiy to Kostroma

A mellow 8.5 km spin from the settlement of Oktyabrsky to historic Kostroma. The route trends gently downhill overall (about 28 m up, 57 m down), so it’s an easy roll without serious climbs.

You’ll spend most of the time on quiet roads, with a few access roads and brief busier stretches—keep an eye out for traffic there. Surfaces are mixed: roughly a third is asphalt, with the rest variable or unclassified, plus a short bit of track, so wider tires are a plus.

As you near Kostroma, expect a more urban feel and, if you swing toward the embankment, views of the Volga. Kostroma is part of Russia’s Golden Ring, known for the Ipatiev Monastery, the 19th‑century Fire Tower on Susaninskaya Square, and old trading arcades. It’s also famous for cheese-making—perfect post-ride fuel.

Tip: watch for changing surfaces and carry lights for the short busy sections. A compact ride with a historic finish—what’s not to like?