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Girvas

City in Karelia, Russia

Overview

Girvas is a small settlement in Karelia, Russia, best known for its impressive Girvas Waterfall and proximity to pristine northern forests. It's a tranquil destination offering immersion in local life and nature, ideal for those seeking quiet escapes from city hustle.

Geographic Context

Jurisdiction
Russia
Republic
Karelia
Population
1,042
Time Zone
Europe/Moscow
Coordinates
62.48°, 33.68°

Key Metrics

Safety Score
70
Female Safety
55
LGBTQ+ Safety
20
Traffic Safety
60
Food Safety
75
Monthly Cost
$778
Local Cost
$403
Local Income
$250
Cashless
40
English
15
Temperature
2.0°C
Summer Avg
15.4°C
Winter Avg
-11.1°C
Record High
31.3°C
Record Low
-43.0°C
Humidity
90%
Precipitation
824 mm
City Vibrancy
2
Coworking
0
Cafes
2
Nightlife
0
Parks
0
Transport
1
Walk Score
1
Footways
1.0
Airport
Distance

Frequently Asked Questions

Data sources

Source-backed data

NASA POWER - Climate normals and monthly weather measurements rendered as city weather metrics. Updated 2026-03-22.
OpenStreetMap - Nearby amenities counted from OpenStreetMap-derived city extracts. Updated 2025-12-08.
OpenStreetMap transport extract - Walkability, footway density, and airport access metrics derived from mapped transport features. Updated 2025-12-06.
Oyster List city price model - City price estimates calibrated from local price surveys and jurisdiction-level cost signals. Updated 2026-01-14.

Estimated data

Oyster List AI-assisted estimates - Safety, lifestyle, income, and practical scores are model-assisted estimates derived from source-backed country and city signals. Confidence 45/100.

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