How Russians spend summer at the beach (PHOTOS)

SUP yoga, volleyball until sunset and sugary watermelons: the top beach activities of the departing summer…!

1. Playing volleyball. Zelenogradsk, 2026.

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Alexander Podgorchuk / Sputnik

2. Paddling on SUP boards. Moscow, 2026.

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Kirill Zykov / Sputnik

3. But not just paddling – some also do yoga on them! Khakasia, 2026.

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Ilya Naimushin / Sputnik

4. And others don't forget about exercise on the shore. Zelenogradsk, 2026.

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Alexander Podgorchuk / Sputnik

5. A diving competition. Sochi, 2026.

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Dmitry Feoktistov / TASS

6. Eating watermelons. As everyone knows, the most delicious food is enjoyed outdoors! Yalta, 2025.

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Konstantin Mikhalchevsky / Sputnik

7. Choosing different ways to get around. Yacht or SUP? Both are great options! Sudak, 2026.

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Maxim Churusov / TASS

8. Discovering fun (and slightly extreme) amusement rides. Krasnodar Krai, 2022.

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Vitaly Timkiv / Sputnik

9. Sunbathing on the deck of a boat. Krasnoyarsk Krai, 2026.

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Ilya Naimushin / Sputnik

10. Still reading books! Yes, some combine this activity with sunbathing! Yevpatoria, 2026.

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Konstantin Mikhalchevsky / Sputnik