Kaliningrad, Russia

Kaliningrad is a seaport and the administrative center of Kaliningrad Oblast, the Russian exclave between Poland and Lithuania on the Baltic Sea. It is located at the mouth of the navigable Pregolya River/Pregel River, which empties into the Vistula Lagoon, an inlet of the Baltic Sea.

Originally part of Germany, the city consisted of three separate towns that grew around the walls of a 13th century castle. It became a part of Russia after World War I. The area of Amalienbau with its impressive German villas and tree-lined cobblestone streets is a reminder of the city's heritage. Visit the Amber Museum or tour the nearby attractive coast lands area.

Things to See & Do

* The Old Cathedral of Konigsberg
* The House of Soviets
* The old fortifications
* Victory Square
* Amber Museum

General Information

Cruise Season – March - Dec
Currency – Ruble (RUB)
Language – Russian
Population – 450,000 approx
Electricity – 2 round pins European style.
Time – UTC plus two four hours
International Country Telephone Code – + 7

Port Location – The port is located on the shores of the Pregolya River.

Travel Links - Kaliningrad Hrabrovo Airport is located 16 kilometers away from Kaliningrad. A regular bus (144) is going every hour from the terminal to various stops in the city centre.

Kaliningrad is also accessible by bus and rail.