A lovely natural attraction on the shore of Arkhipo-Osipovka is Mount Hedgehog. Outwardly, it resembles this forest animal - cream-colored rocks form its muzzle, and the dense forest serves as needles.
The peak is located on the Black Sea coast in Vulan Bay, named after the river that flows here.
The height of Mount Hedgehog in Arkhipo-Osipovka is only 245 m in the central part.
From the east it is limited by the beach, on the other side of which there is another ridge - the Camel. It does not look very much like the animal it is named after, so it is not so popular among tourists. The Teshebs River flows through the mountain from the north and west. Its length is about 13 km. At the foot it flows into the sea. On the eastern part of the mountain there is the Derkachev Gap.
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How to climb Mount Hedgehog
Finding the path on Mount Hedgehog is not difficult - along the Arkhipo-Osipovka embankment you need to go to the left if you are facing the sea. The path continues until the tourist sees the Teshebs River. You can cross it by crossing the bridge - it is located about 100 m to the left, or simply along the seashore. Sometimes in the summer the river dries out so much that you can immediately step over it. This is where the main path upward begins. Usually it takes no more than 1 hour.
Even children can cope with the climb to Mount Hedgehog. It is only important to choose the right shoes: you cannot even go out on this route in beach flip-flops and sandals. The ascent and descent are quite steep, your feet will slip, and you can get seriously injured. You need to wear light sneakers with non-slip soles.
The route to climb Mount Hedgehog in Arkhipo-Osipovka on foot on the map
You shouldn't leave the well-trodden road. This path goes along a rocky gutter. It is tested and safe. After a sharp climb, you can walk over the cliff along the beach and reach Cape Left.
The first observation deck is located at an altitude of 45 m. More beautiful views open from the second, which is 67 m high. It is more popular among tourists - the most beautiful photographs are taken here, and the coast and harbor are clearly visible. If you look in the other direction, you can see residential buildings and hotels, as well as other mountain peaks.
From the observation deck the road goes towards Dzhubga. From here you can see the endless sea, the water of which is azure blue.
It’s not difficult to climb to the highest point of the mountain at 245 m, but you won’t be able to see anything: dense forest and bushes grow around. You can come here just for yourself.
View from Mount Hedgehog to the bay and beach, © Albina R.
Historical sites and museums
Dolmen in Dzhubga
Coordinates: 44.313974, 38.694903 Address: st. Cooperative, 9
The dolmen is a megalithic structure made of stone slabs, one of the largest in the Caucasus region, dating back to the 3rd millennium BC. It attracts tourists with its size: height - 2.5 m, length - 4 meters. There is a hole in the center.
The area of the fenced area is 2.5 by 5 meters. According to scientists, this place was used for funeral ceremonies or communication with the spirits of the dead.
In the courtyard of the building, ancient drawings made by primitive man were scraped out on slabs.
Museum of Forest Follies
Address: Chernomorskaya str., 8 Opening hours: 10:00-17:00 Cost: 50 rubles, children under 7 years old - free
The museum was founded by a woodcarver, Anton Mikhailovich Gzhelak, who left a rich collection of exhibits.
The museum is “guarded” by an eight-meter dinosaur made of wood. There are only two exhibition halls: one of them displays the things of A.M. Grzhelak, the other - wooden figurines made by him and his followers. In total, the collection includes about 1.5 thousand exhibits, differing in shape and size: birds, animals, plants, human figures and fantastic creatures.
The main feature of the works is that the author preserved the shape of driftwood and tree roots, making only minor adjustments.
Lighthouse
Address: Mayak station Opening hours: 24 hours Cost: free
The Dzhubga lighthouse was installed in 1898, located 30 meters above the Black Sea level, visibility is 15 miles.
A stone tower was built in 1954; now the lighthouse rises above the first floor of the building. The lighthouse is equipped with a bell, which was used for ships in foggy weather.
Beach
Near Mount Hedgehog there is the Central Beach. It occupies most of the shore of Arkhipo-Osipovka. It offers the most beautiful view of the mountain and makes for excellent photographs.
The beach is pebble and sand. There are canopies for shade, sun loungers and umbrellas. Amenities include showers and toilets, as well as drinking fountains. Things can be left in the storage room. Travel accessories are offered by rental shops.
The entry into the sea is gentle, the bottom is sandy. To make it convenient to approach the water, there are wooden decks on the beach. This way, guests won’t have to walk on hot sand during the high season.
The central beach of Arkhipo-Osipovka against the backdrop of Mount Hedgehog, © utmvdv
Guest houses
The guest house “Lastochka” is located closest to Mount Hedgehog on the street. Gogolya, 29a. It is located next to the Teshebs River. There is a barbecue and parking on site. Nearby there are shops, cafes and restaurants, as well as an amusement park.
Nearby on the street. Gogol 29 is another homestead “August”. The beach is only 100 m from here. The territory is equipped with a children's playground, gazebos and a terrace, and a barbecue.
On the street Gogol 1-B is the Teshebs boarding house. An outdoor fresh water swimming pool is available on its territory. The distance to the sea is 600 m. Not far from the embankment there is a mini-water park, cafes and bars, discos, and attractions.
Mountain Hedgehog at night, © Dmitry D.
Hotel "Mane" on the lane. Gogolya, 21 is also ready to receive guests. In the yard there is parking for guests' cars, a barbecue area and a children's playground. Meals a la carte or set menu to choose from.
On the lane Gogol 3 there is the Axis Hotel. From here the beach is only 212 m away. Pets are allowed in with agreement with the hotel administration. There is a gazebo and barbecue area on site. Nearby is the local zoo and the Historical and Ethnographic Museum.
Panorama of Mount Hedgehog on Google maps
Where to go in Dzhubga with a child
The village has many places where you can go with your child and have a good time.
Water park "Dzhubga"
Address: Dzhubga, Novorossiysk highway, 10, bldg. A
Phone +7 928 263‑55-55, +7 86167 9‑41-35
The water complex was built in 2009 and can accommodate up to 2,000 visitors at a time. Along the perimeter of the entire territory there are sculptures and figures of fairy-tale heroes.
In total, the park has 16 adult water parks and 12 children's ones, in addition there are several swimming pools and other water attractions. For daredevils and extreme sports enthusiasts, there are the Flying Boards, Tsunami, and Big Hall slides.
There is a separate entertainment area for children - the water city. The most popular attraction among young guests, the Water House, is located here.
The infrastructure is well developed, there is a cafe, a restaurant, free parking for 500 cars. There are rescue services in the park to monitor the safety of guests.
Dolphinarium Nemo
Address: Dzhubga, st. Novorossiysk Highway, 88 (federal highway)
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Dolphin therapy
You can brighten up your beach holiday by visiting the Nemo Dolphinarium. Dolphin shows are organized for visitors, during which the “stars” of the dolphinarium demonstrate their abilities.
After the show, you will be able to take photos with your favorites. In addition, swimming with dolphins and dolphin therapy are organized on the territory of the complex.
Jurassic Park
Address: Novorossiysk highway, 88, Dzhubga
Phone: 8-988-13-63-207, 8-988-13-63-208.
Jurassic Park opened in 2015 and immediately became a favorite place among children and adults. The format of the complex is interactive, here each attraction “comes to life” imitating the sounds of animals. Every detail of the park conveys in great detail the true habitat of prehistoric creatures.
During the walk you can find yourself in the jungle, in the desert, on a lake, or on the edge of a cliff. From all sides you can hear the roar of animals, the cries of unknown animals, reptiles. Each exhibit is allowed to be touched and photographed.
How to get there
Mount Hedgehog adjoins Arkhipo-Osipovka on the eastern side. It is located on the Central Beach of the resort. You can get here by minibus No. 113, get off at the Mikhailovsky Lane stop. From here you need to go southeast along the street. Zarechnaya and st. Gogol, where hikes to the hills begin.
It takes about 25 minutes by car from Arkhipo-Osipovka to Mount Yozhik. On the street Lenin (M-4 highway) should move from the village towards Dzhubga. After passing the Teshebs River, turn right, then follow the main road without turning all the way to the mountain.
How to get to Mount Hedgehog: travel by car on the map
Video about Mount Hedgehog in Arkhipo-Osipovka
History of the village
When talking about interesting places in Russia, one cannot fail to mention the village of Dzhubga. Sights, excursions and trips around this city are in one way or another connected with its history.
And the very name of the settlement comes from antiquity; translated from the Adyghe language it means “valley of the winds.” Although there are other translations: “flat place”, “place where the fog spreads” and even “night beauty”.
The village of Dzhubga was founded at the mouth of the river in 1864, after the eviction of the indigenous inhabitants - the Shapsugs. The village was the headquarters of the Shapsug coastal battalion.
Initially, about 360 people (65 families) lived here. Nowadays the Stanichka microdistrict is located in these places. After the liquidation of the battalion in 1870, the settlement was renamed the village of Dzhubga, which later became a village.
By 1905, the village consisted of 74 households of Russian peasants. The main impetus for the development of the village was the construction of a port by the Crimean-Caucasian Shipping Company. Customs, post office, telegraph and visiting summer residents appeared in the settlement.
In 1935, a holiday home was opened in Dzhubga. At the same time, a park was founded, which adorns the village to this day. And in 1966, the settlement was given the status of a resort village.
The coast of Dzhubga is located between Cape Shapsho and the town of Hedgehog, which, according to the plan, actually looks like a prickly animal.
Inal Bay itself received its name in honor of the first Christian preacher who appeared on the Black Sea coast in the 5th century. Little is known about his fate.
