Orlovskoye Pole Memorial

The Orlovskoye Pole memorial complex stands in Maloarkhangelsky District on 1812 battle sites. Fighting occurred here during Napoleon's retreat; the name was fixed in the 19th century. A central stele with reliefs and viewing platform; nearby museum on the 1812 campaign, weapons, uniforms and route maps. The site is landscaped but feels like open steppe. Part of the Orlovskoye Pole tourist route; villages and rural roads nearby with limited services. For military history beyond capital-city museums. Visit in daylight seasons; windy in winter, hot in summer on open ground. Parking at the museum; food in Maloarkhangelsk (~15 km). Combine with Maloarkhangelsk and southern chalk landscapes — history and regional nature. No shade on the field — bring water and a hat. Museum closed Mondays; check hours before travel.