Practical Information
Updated: Jan 1, 2026Visit Duration
Minimum1 hours
Recommended2 hours
Maximum3 hours
Entrance Fee
FreeFree entry. Active church. Observe dress code. Unique baroque architecture from 17th century
Best Time to Visit
Summer and golden autumn. Sunset — best time for photos. Spring has beautiful blooming by the river.
Crowd Level
Low — few visitorsHow to Get There
Train from Kursky station to Podolsk, then bus 65 to Dubrovitsy village. Or bus 417 from Lesoparkovaya metro to Dubrovitsy. By car via Varshavskoye highway through Podolsk.
What to Expect
Majestic white-stone church with golden crown on top. Unique 12-petal plan. Sculptural decor in European style — figures of apostles, angels, biblical scenes. Inside — grand 'Crucifixion' above iconostasis. Nearby — Dubrovitsy estate, confluence of Desna and Pakhra rivers, holy spring.
Best Photo Spot
View from below by the river — golden crown against the sky. From the hill — panorama of Desna and Pakhra confluence. Close-ups of sculptural details.
When to Visit
Best Time
MayJunSep
Good Time
AprJulAugOct
Connectivity
Wi-Fi
Not availableCharging
No outletsMobile signal
GoodFacilities & Services
restrooms
Working Hours
Updated: Jan 1, 2026Monday09:00 — 17:00
Tuesday09:00 — 17:00
Wednesday09:00 — 17:00
Thursday09:00 — 17:00
Friday09:00 — 17:00
Saturday09:00 — 17:00
Sunday09:00 — 17:00
Note
Unique 1697 baroque church, looks like cake. Free entry. 20km from Moscow Ring Road (Podolsk). By car or train to Podolsk + taxi. Golitsyn estate grounds.
Accessibility
Wheelchair Access
Not accessible
Audio Guide
Not available
Staff Assistance
Not available
faq.title
faq.subtitle Church of the Sign in Dubrovitsy
The church was built in European Baroque style by Prince Golitsyn, tutor of Peter I. The Patriarch long refused consecration due to unusual appearance. The crown symbolizes royal power and Golitsyn's reconciliation with the Tsar.
Yes, the church is active. Services on Sundays and holidays. Other days you can enter during opening hours.
Travel Tips
Useful tips for visiting Church of the Sign in Dubrovitsy
Entry free. Services on Sundays and holidays. Women need headscarf. Cafe nearby.
Train from Kursky station to Podolsk, then bus 65 to Dubrovitsy. Or bus 417 from Lesoparkovaya metro.
Be sure to climb the hill — beautiful view of Desna and Pakhra rivers confluence. Nearby is St. Paraskeva's holy spring.
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