Kramatorsk
Kramatorsk
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Country:  |
Ukraine |
| State: | Donetsk Oblast |
| Population: | 28,000 (2022) |
| Licence plate: | AO |
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Kramatorsk is a city in Ukraine. It is located in Donetsk Oblast, which is partially under occupation and as such, there are many travel advisories. Recently, the city has been known as a hub for volunteers, journalists and soldiers away from the frontline.
Hitchhiking
It should be strongly discouraged to hitchhike here, as there is significant military presence in the city. Other than seeming quite suspicious, the military will likely take it negatively. For the time being, travel is possible by train or bus. Accommodation is limited due to the soldiers, but nevertheless possible to arrange through locals.
Safety
General safety advice for Ukraine applies.
However, being so close to the front, you should be especially careful and avoid hubs. In the past, there have been several attacks targeted at civilians, volunteers, journalists (and as such perhaps even foreigners). A few examples are the train station strike, against fleeing refugees; the local pizzeria, against aid workers; and Hotel Saphir, against foreign correspondents.
Other
Several NGOs are based in Kramatorsk, such as BASE UA or Kramatorsk Volunteer Center.
