Brest Fortress is a historic site located in the city of Brest, Belarus. It is a symbol of the country's resilience and courage during World War II. The fortress was built in the 19th century as a defensive structure to protect the western borders of the Russian Empire. It is situated on the right bank of the Bug River and covers an area of 112 hectares.
The fortress consists of several buildings, including barracks, warehouses, and ammunition depots. The most prominent feature of the fortress is the Citadel, which is a massive stone structure that served as the main defense point. The Citadel is surrounded by a moat and a high wall with towers and bastions.
During the Nazi invasion of the Soviet Union in 1941, the Brest Fortress became a battleground. The German army attacked the fortress on June 22, 1941, and the defenders of the fortress fought fiercely for several days. The battle resulted in heavy casualties on both sides, and the fortress was eventually captured by the Germans.
After the war, the Brest Fortress was turned into a memorial complex to honor the heroic defenders of the fortress. The complex includes a museum, a park, and several monuments. The museum displays artifacts and documents related to the history of the fortress and the battle of 1941. The park features sculptures and memorials dedicated to the soldiers who fought and died defending the fortress.
Today, the Brest Fortress is a popular tourist destination and a place of pilgrimage for many Belarusians. It is a reminder of the sacrifices made by the people of Belarus during World War II and a symbol of their determination to defend their homeland.
«Hostel Kaliforniya» is located in Brest. This hostel is located 2 km from the city center.
Pisatelya Smirnova 19a, Brest, Belarus, Brest, 224014
A great option for family vacation: apartment «Na Fomina Apartments» is located in Brest. This apartment is located minutes away from the city center.
ulitsa Fomina 14, Brest
Featuring a stylish restaurant, the elegant 4-star Hermitage Hotel is situated in the heart of Brest. All rooms offer air conditioning and free Wi-Fi. A seating area, work desk and flat-screen satellite TV are provided in all the rooms. They are decorated in rich colours and luxurious fabrics. Toiletries and a hairdryer are provided in the antique-style bathrooms. European cuisine is served at the Hermitage restaurant, which features Slavic ceiling paintings and classic-style furniture. Guests can enjoy drinks and appetisers in the bar or on the terrace. The hotel’s spa area offers a range of beauty treatments and massages. The hotel can help arrange tours and transfer services. Ploschad Lenina Bus Stop is 400 metres away, providing connections to Brest Central Station (1 km). Lenin Square and the Brest Fortress are within 2 km of the hotel.
Number of rooms: 55
Chkalova Street 7, 224005 Brest, Belarus
Featuring free Wi-Fi throughout the property, Gogol Mini Hotel is located in Brest, 1.3 km from Brest Fortress.
Number of rooms: 15
Gogolia Street, 1G, 224020 Brest, Belarus
Set in Brest, 1.8 km from Brest Fortress, Гостиница 5 колец offers accommodation with a restaurant, private parking, a bar and a shared lounge. Among the facilities at this property are a 24-hour front desk and luggage storage space, along with free Wi-Fi throughout the property. The hotel features family rooms.
Number of rooms: 15
9 Gogolia Street, 224030 Brest, Belarus
Situated 1.2 km from Brest Fortress in Brest, Hotel Vesta welcomes guests with a on-site cafe and bar. Hotel Vesta features free Wi-Fi. All rooms include a private bathroom fitted with a bath, free toiletries and a hairdryer. A TV with cable channels and a fridge are offered. There is a 24-hour front desk, a cash machine, dry cleaning services and hairdresser's at the property. You can play billiards at this hotel, and bike hire is available. Brest Central Train Station is 2 km from Hotel Vesta.
Number of rooms: 60
Ulitsa Krupskoy 16, 224005 Brest, Belarus
A great option for family vacation: apartment «Na Vorovskogo Apartments» is located in Brest. This apartment is located in walking distance from the city center.
Ulitsa Vorovskogo, 21,3 doorway,98 flat A, Brest
A perfect fit for a big group of travellers: apartment «Like Home Apartments» is located in Brest. This apartment is located nearby from the city center.
ulitsa Vorovskogo, 13, Brest
Located in Brest, Good Morning Hostel offers free Wi-Fi and a 24-hour front desk.
Number of rooms: 22
Ulitsa Vorovskogo 21, 224005 Brest, Belarus
Good choice if you’re looking forward to taking some rest at the hotel as much as to walking around the city. Hotel «Hermitage Tgb Hotel» is located in Brest.
ulitsa Chkalova, 7, Brest
A great place to have a rest after long walks around the city. Guest house «Na Ulitse Geroyev Oborony Brestskoy Kreposti 20 Guest House» is located in Brest.
ulitsa Geroev oboronyi Brestskoj kreposti, 20, apt. 2, Brest
If you want to feel like you’re at home no matter where you are, choose this — apartment «Brestskaya Krepost Apartments» is located in Brest. This apartment is located 1 km from the city center.
ulitsa Fomina, 12, Brest
If you want to feel like you’re at home no matter where you are, choose this — apartment «Chill Pill - centr - samozaseleniya 24/7 - 18v Apartments» is located in Brest. This apartment is located 1 km from the city center.
Belarus, Brest, vulica Varoŭskaha, 21, Brest
A great option for family vacation: apartment «Provence Apartment» is located in Brest. This apartment is located in the very center of the city.
Levonevskogo Street 11, Brest, Belarus, Brest, 224005
A perfect fit for a big group of travellers: apartment «Elitnye Apartamenty Internatsional'naya 9 Apartmentshk» is located in Brest. This apartment is located 1 km from the city center.
Internatsional'naya ulitsa, 9, Brest
