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Chkalov Staircase

Updated November 12, 2026

The Chkalov Staircase in Nizhny Novgorod is a monumental structure connecting the Upper Volga Embankment to the Lower Volga Embankment, offering panoramic views of the Volga and Oka rivers. It is known for its unique figure-eight shape and significant number of steps.

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The Chkalov Staircase is a prominent landmark in Nizhny Novgorod, recognized for its architectural design and historical significance. Constructed in a distinctive figure-eight shape, it features a substantial number of steps, with various sources citing between 430 and 680 steps. The staircase links the Upper Volga Embankment, near the monument to test pilot Valery Chkalov and the Kremlin, with the Lower Volga Embankment.