How to get to the Lytkarinsky quarry: all routes and important nuances

Lytkarinsky quarry is one of the most popular places for active recreation in the Moscow region, known for its picturesque landscapes, clean air and opportunities for fishing, picnics and extreme sports. However, getting there is not as easy as it seems: the lack of direct public transport, limited parking and seasonal route changes often baffle even seasoned travelers. This article will help you understand all the nuances - from the choice of transport to the rules of behavior on the territory.

Many people mistakenly think that the quarry is located right in Lytkarino, but in fact it is located in Ramensky urban district, 3 km from the city border. This creates confusion in navigators and leads to tourists wasting time searching for the correct exit. We've compiled the latest information for 2026, including road repair workarounds, trusted parking spots and time-saving tips.

If you are planning a trip by car, it is important to take into account that on weekends there are many kilometers of traffic jams on the access roads. And those who travel by public transport will have to walk part of the way - but we will tell you how to reduce this distance to a minimum.

1. Where is the Lytkarinsky quarry: exact coordinates and landmarks

The quarry is located at: Moscow region, Ramensky urban district, near the village of Malyshevo. Exact coordinates for the navigator: 55.5136° N. latitude, 38.0814° east. d.. It is important to understand that this is not an official tourist site, but a former industrial quarry, so it may be indicated differently on maps:

• 🗺️ On Yandex.Maps — “Lytkarinsky quarry” or “Quarry near the village of Malyshevo”
• 🗺️ On Google Maps — "Lyubertsy Quarry" or "Pond near Malyshevo"
• 🗺️ B 2GIS — “Water body without a name” (it’s better to search by coordinates)

Main landmarks on the ground:

• 🏡 The village of Malyshevo is the nearest settlement (500 m from the shore)
• 🚗 Leaving the highway M5 "Ural" at the 23rd kilometer (turn to Lytkarino)
• 🌲 Forest belt along the road Lytkarino - Bronnitsy (visible 2 km before the quarry)
• 🚧 Abandoned factory cordon (former security post, now an unofficial parking lot)

The banks of the quarry stretch for 3 km, but only the south-eastern part (from Malyshevo) is officially allowed for visiting. The northern shore belongs to private property and is protected - employees of the Ministry of Internal Affairs regularly patrol there. This zone is usually not marked on maps, which leads to conflicts with local residents.

2. Route by car: step-by-step instructions, taking into account traffic jams

The most reliable way to get to the quarry is by personal transport. The distance from the Moscow Ring Road is about 35–40 km, travel time without traffic jams is 40–50 minutes. We have prepared three optimal routes depending on your location:

Route No. 1: From Moscow along Novoryazanskoye Highway (M5 "Ural")

1. Go to M5 "Ural" towards Ryazan.
2. On 23rd kilometer turn right at the sign "Lytkarino/Bronnitsy" (exit onto the highway A102).
3. Drive through Lytkarino street Lenin, without turning into the city.
4. 3 km after Lytkarino you will see a sign “Malyshevo” - turn left onto a dirt road.
5. Follow 1.5 km to the fork: right - to the main parking lot, left - to the beach area.

Route No. 2: Through Zhukovsky and Bronnitsy (an alternative during traffic jams on the M5)

This route is 5 km longer, but is often faster during rush hour:

1. Get to Yegoryevskoe highway (departure from Moscow via Lyubertsy).
2. In Zhukovsky, turn onto Bronnitskoe highway (index "Bronnitsa").
3. Pass Bronnitsy, then turn right onto Lytkarinskoe highway.
4. After 8 km there will be a turn to Malyshevo (landmark - power lines and cell tower).

Route No. 3: From the south of Moscow via Domodedovo

Suitable for residents of Chertanovo, Biryulyovo, Domodedovo districts:

1. Go to Kashirskoe highway towards Domodedovo.
2. In Domodedovo, turn onto Bronnitskoe highway (bypass the city along the ring).
3. Then follow as in route No. 2 (via Bronnitsy).

Critical moments that navigators are silent about:

• 🚧 The last kilometer to the quarry - primer with holes. On low-profile tires, it is better to park near the asphalt and walk.
• 🅿️ Official parking is paid (200–300 ₽ on weekends), but there are free areas along the forest (coordinates: 55.5160° N. latitude, 38.0780° east. d.).
• 🚔 During the summer season, the traffic police is on duty at the entrance - they check sobriety and the presence of a first aid kit. From June 1, 2026, there is a ban on drinking alcohol in the quarry territory (fine 5,000 ₽).

Refill the tank (the nearest gas station is 15 km from the quarry)

Check tire pressure (primer ruins wheels)

Bring replacement shoes (the beach is dirty after rain)

Download offline maps (connection disappears at the quarry)

Put coins for paid parking -->

3. Public transport: buses and trains

Getting to the Lytkarinsky quarry by public transport is difficult, but possible. The main problem is the lack of a direct route: you have to walk from the nearest stops 3–5 km. We tested all current options for 2026:

Option 1: Train + bus (fastest)

1. Take the train to the station Lytkarino (from Kazansky railway station, travel time - 1 hour 10 minutes).
2. From the station take the bus № 42 (direction "Lytkarino - Malyshevo").
3. Get off at the stop"Turn to Malyshevo" (20 minutes drive).
4. Next, walk 3.2 km along the dirt road (landmark - power lines).

🕒 Total time: 2 hours 10 minutes

💰 Cost: 250 ₽ (train) + 60 ₽ (bus)

Option 2: Bus from Moscow (non-stop, but longer)

Direct bus No. 440k runs from the metro station"Kotelniki"to Lytkarino (stop"Lenin Street"). Next:

1. Take a minibus № 10 to the stop"Malyshevo".
2. From the stop to the quarry - 4.5 km on foot (50 minutes).

⚠️ Attention: Bus number 440k runs only on weekdays! On weekends it is replaced by minibus No. 440t with a different schedule.

Option 3: Taxi/car sharing (convenient, but expensive)

Taxi fare from Moscow:

Where from	Cost (₽)	Travel time
MKAD (southeast)	800–1 200	45 minutes
Moscow center	1 500–2 000	1 hour 10 minutes
Lyubertsy/Zhukovsky	500–800	30 minutes
Lytkarino (station)	300–400	15 minutes

💡 Lifehack: B Yandex.Go and DeliTaxi There is an option “On foot + taxi” - the system itself will suggest the optimal drop-off point to shorten the walking part of the journey.

How to save money on a taxi?

If you are traveling with a group, book a "Children's" rate at Maxim or Gett — it is 20–30% cheaper, but the same transportation conditions apply. Another way: take the train to Lytkarino, and from there take a local taxi (for example, “Taxi Lytkarino” on Telegram) - the trip will cost 250–300 rubles.

4. Bicycle and walking routes: for lovers of extreme tourism

Lytkarinsky quarry is popular among cyclists due to its picturesque forest roads. However, the route requires good physical preparation: the total elevation gain is 120 meters, and the last 5 km are on a sandy dirt road. We have compiled two proven cycling routes:

Route for beginners (30 km, 2–3 hours)

Start: metro station "Zhulebino"(green branch).

1. By Lyubertsy fields get to Bronnitskoe highway (10 km).
2. Further along the bike path Lytkarinskoye Highway (landmark - Lytkarinsky Glass Factory).
3. Turn to Malyshevo - there is a sign "Quarry 3 km".

🚴 Difficulty: 3/5 (primer, short climbs)

Route for trained cyclists (45 km, 3–4 hours)

Start: parkKuzminki"(southeast of Moscow).

1. Via Lyubertsy Forest Park go out to Novoryazanskoye Highway.
2. Further on Old Bronnitskoye Highway (few cars, good asphalt).
3. In Bronnitsy turn onto Lytkarinskoe highway and follow the sign "Malyshevo".

🚴 Difficulty: 4/5 (long climbs, 7 km on dirt)

⚠️ Attention: In 2026, road repair work is underway in the area between Bronnitsy and Lytkarino - the bicycle path is blocked. Detour: along the field along the power line (detour start coordinates: 55.5321° N. latitude, 38.0543° east. d.).

For hikers, the optimal route is from the station Lytkarino through the forest. Path length: 6 km, time: 1 hour 20 minutes. Main landmarks:

• 🌲 The forest trail begins behind the plant"LZOS" (signpost "To the ponds").
• 🚶 After 2 km there will be a fork - choose the right path (the left one leads to private houses).
• 🏞️ The exit to the quarry is at the cliff overlooking the water (coordinates: 55.5123° N. latitude, 38.0831° east. d.).

5. Rules for visiting the quarry: what is allowed and what is prohibited

Lytkarinsky quarry is not an official beach, but a recreation area with its own rules. Violating them may result in fines ranging from 1,000 to 10,000 rubles (depending on the severity). Current restrictions for 2026:

✅ What is allowed:

• 🏖️ Picnics on equipped sites (from the Malyshevo side).
• 🎣 Fishing from the shore (permit required, sold at the kiosk near the parking lot).
• 🚣 Ride SUP boards and kayaks (rental on site - 500 ₽/hour).
• 📸 Photo sessions (free, but for commercial shootings approval is required).
• 🔥 Light barbecues in specially designated areas (firewood is sold near the parking lot).

❌ What is prohibited (fines):

• 🚫 Swimming in a quarry - fine 3,000 ₽ (the bottom is uneven, there are a lot of snags).
• 🚫 Alcohol - fine 5,000 ₽ (from June 1, 2026, “prohibition” is in effect).
• 🚫 Overnight in tents - fine 2,000 ₽ (allowed only during the day).
• 🚫 Riding ATVs/motorcycles — fine 10,000 ₽ (banned from 2023).
• 🚫 Litter - fine 1,500 ₽ (there are containers at every parking lot).

💡 Lifehack: If you want to swim, there is an official beach 5 km from the quarry"Bronnitskoye Sea"(entrance 200 ₽, there are lifeguards and showers).

Seasonal restrictions:

Period	Limitations	Reason
April–May	Access to the northern shore is closed	Bird nesting area (protected area)
June–August	Paid parking (300 ₽)	Peak tourist season
September–October	The primer is closed to cars	Repairing roads after rains
November–March	Access to water is prohibited	Thin ice (dangerous!)

6. Tips for a comfortable stay: what to take with you

Lytkarinsky quarry is a place with minimal infrastructure, so you need to prepare for the trip. We have compiled a checklist of things you cannot do without:

Required set:

• 💧 Water (minimum 1.5 liters per person - no drinking fountains).
• 👟 Comfortable shoes (the coast is rocky and the paths are overgrown).
• 🧴 Mosquito repellent (especially in spring and summer).
• 🗺️ Offline maps (connection disappears near the water).
• 💰 Cash (for parking, rent, food - no terminals).

For active recreation:

• 🎣 Fishing gear (fishing for crucian carp and perch is allowed).
• 🏹 Flying disc or shuttlecock for badminton (there are areas near the parking lot).
• 📱 Powerbank (no sockets for charging).
• 🧺 Blanket or folding chair (benches only near the barbecue areas).

What is better not to take:

• 🚫 Glassware (prohibited by the rules).
• 🚫 Drones (flights are prohibited without permission).
• 🚫 Large tents (only 2x2 m canopies are allowed).
• 🚫 Music speakers (noise is prohibited after 21:00).

⚠️ Attention: In 2026, on the territory of the quarry appeared wild bees (nests in earthen holes). If you have allergies, take antihistamines and avoid walking in tall grass.

💡 Local tip: You can buy fresh fish (crucian carp, pike) from local residents right on the shore - look for a stall with a sign "Fish from the quarry" (works on weekends).

7. Alternative routes for road repairs

In the summer of 2026, large-scale road work is underway at the entrance to the quarry: the bridge over the Moscow River and the asphalt are being repaired. Lytkarinskoe highway. Because of this, main routes may be blocked. We found three workarounds:

Detour No. 1: Through the village of Chulkovo

If the exit from M5 to Lytkarino is closed:

1. Drive through Lytkarino st. Lenin to a circular motion.
2. Turn to st. Soviet (signpost "Chulkovo").
3. Further along the dirt road 4 km to the quarry (landmark - water tower).

⚠️ The road is narrow, there are tractors.

Detour No. 2: Through Bronnitsy along the field road

If blocked Bronnitskoe highway:

1. In Bronnitsy, turn onto st. Factory (near the market).
2. Drive past the factory"Bronnitsky Foundry" to the sign "Field road".
3. Follow the field for 3 km to the forest, then another 1 km to the quarry.

🚗 Important: We travel this route only in SUVs or high-clearance vehicles.

Detour No. 3: Walking route from Bronnitsy station

If all roads are closed:

1. Take the train to the station "Bronnitsy".
2. From the station, walk along st. Lenin to the bridge over the Moscow River.
3. Further along the path along the river 5 km to the quarry (landmark - power line).

🕒 Travel time: 1 hour 30 minutes.

💡 How can I find out about road repairs? Follow the news in the public "Lytkarino and surroundings"on VKontakte or in the Telegram channel"Traffic jams near Moscow". They publish current detour maps.

8. Frequent mistakes of tourists and how to avoid them

Even experienced travelers make mistakes when traveling to the Lytkarinsky quarry. We have collected the top 5 mistakes and ways to prevent them:

Mistake #1: Trusting the navigator 100%

Problem: Yandex.Navigator and Google Maps often lead through areas closed to traffic (for example, through the territory of a factory LZOS).

Solution: Save in advance turning points:

• 📍 Exit M5: 55.5312° N. latitude, 38.0015° east. d.
• 📍 Turn to Malyshevo: 55.5189° N. latitude, 38.0654° east. d.
• 📍 Parking: 55.5136° N. latitude, 38.0801° east. d.

Mistake #2: Arriving without cash

Problem: The terminals on the quarry territory do not work, and the mobile Internet disappears. Unable to pay for parking or rent.

Solution: Take 500–1,000 ₽ in cash small bills.

Mistake #3: Parking in the wrong place

Problem: Cars parked along the forest are towed (fine 3,000 RUR + 5,000 RUR for evacuation).

Solution: Use official parking (coordinates: 55.5142° N. latitude, 38.0795° east. d.) or a free zone near power lines.

Mistake #4: Taking dogs without a leash

Problem: There are wild raccoons and foxeswhich may provoke a fight. The fine for a dog without a leash is 2,000 rubles.

Solution: Keep your pet on a leash and avoid the northern shore (birds nest there).

Mistake #5: Swimming in a quarry

Problem: The bottom is littered with broken glass and rebar. In 2023, 3 cases of injuries with hospitalization were recorded.

Solution: Use the beach for swimming"Bronnitskoye Sea"(5 km from the quarry).

FAQ: Answers to popular questions

❓ Is it possible to get to the quarry by motorcycle?

Yes, but with reservations:

• 🏍️ On asphalt - no restrictions.
• 🚫 On the dirt road - only enduro or motocross motorcycles (ordinary "road bikes" will not pass due to deep ruts).
• ⚠️ From May 1 to October 1, there is a ban on driving on forest trails (fine 3,000 ₽).

Best route for bikers: M5 → Lytkarino → asphalt road to Malyshevo (parking near the school).

❓ How much does it cost to rent a catamaran or SUP board?

Prices for 2026:

• 🛶 Catamaran for 2 people - 800 ₽/hour (deposit 2,000 ₽).
• 🏄 SOUP board - 500 ₽/hour (deposit 3,000 ₽).
• 🎣 Fishing boat - 1,200 ₽/hour (accommodates up to 3 people).

💡 Advice: Rent equipment in advance through the group"Rent at Lytkarinsky quarry" on Telegram - the queues are huge on weekends.

❓Where is the nearest store or cafe?

The infrastructure around the quarry is minimal:

• 🛒 Nearest store — "Pyaterochka"in Lytkarino (st. Lenina, 12, 5 km from the quarry).
• ☕ Cafe — "teaspoon" in Malyshevo (open only on weekends, menu: kebabs and tea).
• 🍔 Fast food - kiosk with hot dogs near the parking lot (prices are 2 times higher).

💡 Lifehack: Take food with you or order delivery from Lytkarino (works "Yandex.Food").

❓ Is it possible to make a fire?

Yes, but only in specially equipped places: