Russia Trip: Walking in Yantarny The Amber Capital of Palmnicken

#hellohalloween Yantarny, once called Palmnicken, is world-famous for its amber. More than 90% of the world’s amber reserves are located here, making it a glowing jewel of Kaliningrad.

Amber Mines

The Yantarny Amber Combine is the world’s largest amber mine. Visitors can tour the mine, learn about extraction methods, and even pick their own pieces of amber.

Amber Museum and Workshops

The town hosts amber exhibitions and artisan workshops. Sculptors and jewelers transform raw amber into stunning works of art, which can be bought as souvenirs.

Beaches and Nature

Yantarny also offers some of the most beautiful beaches in the region, with soft sand and wide dunes. Its “Blue Flag” beach is considered one of the cleanest in Russia.

Conclusion

Yantarny is both a natural treasure and a seaside paradise, where the magic of amber meets the calm of the Baltic Sea.

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Post by Agustin (@agustintravel) | Oct 3, 2025