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The Best Hiking Trails in Shkodër (Albania)

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Photo of Albania: Theth to Maja e Zorzit (1663 m) Photo of Maja e Arapit 2218 M Photo of Maja Arapit (Harapit / Arapi) from Theth: Circumnavigation of the great wall
  • near Grumas, Shkodër (Albania)
    Distance
    8.10mi
    Elevation +
    3402f
    TrailRank
    67| Rating 5.0
    Photo ofAlbania: Theth to Maja e Zorzit (1663 m) Photo ofAlbania: Theth to Maja e Zorzit (1663 m) Photo ofAlbania: Theth to Maja e Zorzit (1663 m)

    A circular hike that starts at a "bridge" build by two pipes and then goes through the forest and finally to Maja e Zorzit (= Zorzit peak). The ascent is quite steep and the descent requires surefootedness since the trai...

    It's true: the hike is epic. Don't underestimate it. It's quite challenging at some points.
    Elmer Roze
    We followed this trail from Theth to the summit and descended the same way (we didn't make the whole loop). The trail wa...
    Iva Njunjic
  • Maja e Arapit 2218 M

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    near Theth, Shkodër (Albania)
    Distance
    13.73mi
    Elevation +
    7113f
    TrailRank
    67| Rating 4.5
    Photo ofMaja e Arapit 2218 M Photo ofMaja e Arapit 2218 M Photo ofMaja e Arapit 2218 M

    Peak of Arapi is a prominent mountain with its impressive 800m south wall go down to the bottom of the Thethi valley. The trails start from Harusha Guesthouse and go up across the river Shale. There are two main routes t...

    After Pejes the difficulty goes from moderate to hard and is a constant flow of only moves, stepping over gaps and scram...
    D T 8
    Hi there, No we did not get a guide. The trail till Qafa e Pejes is easy to follow. At the beginining you just keep left...
    Detjon Skendaj
  • near Theth, Shkodër (Albania)
    Distance
    13.50mi
    Elevation +
    4334f
    TrailRank
    65| Rating 4.67
    Photo ofMaja Arapit (Harapit / Arapi) from Theth: Circumnavigation of the great wall Photo ofMaja Arapit (Harapit / Arapi) from Theth: Circumnavigation of the great wall Photo ofMaja Arapit (Harapit / Arapi) from Theth: Circumnavigation of the great wall

    Arapit is one of the most prominent mountains seen from the Theth Valley. The mountain is "merely 2217m high (while most surrounding it are 200m higher) but its impressive 800m south wall (considered the highest in the B...

    Did this trail early June, the instructions were very detailed and easy to follow. We camped the night approximately hal...
    jimbo199
  • near Theth, Shkodër (Albania)
    Distance
    8.62mi
    Elevation +
    1391f
    TrailRank
    65
    Photo ofTheth - Syri i Kalter (Blue Eye) - Nderlysaj Photo ofTheth - Syri i Kalter (Blue Eye) - Nderlysaj Photo ofTheth - Syri i Kalter (Blue Eye) - Nderlysaj

    Hiking trail in Theth National Park, northern Albania, to one of the most beautiful spots of the country: the Blue Eye of the north (Syri i Kalter). After a 2h drive from Shköder, I park the car after crossing the Theth ...

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  • Lëpushë - Okol (Theth)

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    near Lëpushë, Shkodër (Albania)
    Distance
    12.00mi
    Elevation +
    6201f
    TrailRank
    59
    Photo ofLëpushë - Okol (Theth) Photo ofLëpushë - Okol (Theth) Photo ofLëpushë - Okol (Theth)

    We started early in the morning, at around 6: 20. The trail is steep from the very beginning. The first few hundred meters of the trail goes on the old military road, then it takes right toward the Maja e Berizhdolit sid...

  • Theth Nikc

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    near Okol, Shkodër (Albania)
    Distance
    9.34mi
    Elevation +
    5223f
    TrailRank
    57
    Photo ofTheth Nikc Photo ofTheth Nikc Photo ofTheth Nikc

    Take a 4x4 taxi from Theth to Okol. The trail starts at a bar in the middle of the forest where there is water to fill up. Keep left along the stream to reach the bottom of a huge cliff. Go along the cliff up to where th...

  • Grunas Water Fall and Canyon

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    near Theth, Shkodër (Albania)
    Distance
    4.58mi
    Elevation +
    663f
    TrailRank
    56| Rating 4.39
    Photo ofGrunas Water Fall and Canyon Photo ofGrunas Water Fall and Canyon Photo ofGrunas Water Fall and Canyon

    This hike is similar to the "Wandervorschlag 1" fuer Thethi, as suggested by the GTZ/GIZ guidebook (which is credited for the suggestion). The hike leads to the Grunas Waterfall, the Grunas Canyon, and several interestin...

    Nice trail...thanx to share it
    Sam VK
    Its perfect for a calm and chilling walk.
    Mario Lulati
    Simple and easy trail to warm up in Theth.
    kramersalex
  • Razem Maja e Bocanit Boge

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    near Trashan, Shkodër (Albania)
    Distance
    8.41mi
    Elevation +
    2694f
    TrailRank
    56
    Photo ofRazem Maja e Bocanit Boge Photo ofRazem Maja e Bocanit Boge Photo ofRazem Maja e Bocanit Boge

    This trail is very easy all the way to the top. The only trouble is descending toward Boga village. The trail in this section is well marked(almost every 50 meters) but the path is not opened and in few occasions a bit s...

  • near Theth, Shkodër (Albania)
    Distance
    6.70mi
    Elevation +
    1588f
    TrailRank
    55| Rating 5.0
    Photo ofTheth - Grunas - Nderlysa - Blue Eye Photo ofTheth - Grunas - Nderlysa - Blue Eye Photo ofTheth - Grunas - Nderlysa - Blue Eye

    Kulla e ngujimit (Lock-in Tower) and Church of Theth are two most visited destinations. Kulla e ngujimit is a historical destination, very important for the locals and shows how mountain men were trying to avoid the bloo...

    Easy to follow. Beautiful trail
    gentbicaj
    very very beautifull ! Loved walking this one
    silli303
  • near Ndërlysaj, Shkodër (Albania)
    Distance
    4.91mi
    Elevation +
    3990f
    TrailRank
    55| Rating 4.67
    Photo ofFrom Nderlysa past the Blue Eye to Qafa Thores (the road to Boga): Enter Theth on foot Photo ofFrom Nderlysa past the Blue Eye to Qafa Thores (the road to Boga): Enter Theth on foot Photo ofFrom Nderlysa past the Blue Eye to Qafa Thores (the road to Boga): Enter Theth on foot

    Yet another trail that links to the road entrance of the valley at Qafa e Thores. This walk from Nderlysa can be undertaken in both directions, though one should be aware that it's slightly overgrown and steep in parts. ...

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    DIM'S
    Nice trail. You can Buy drinks nearby thé waterfall
    stevenflanders
  • Epic circular in theth

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    near Theth, Shkodër (Albania)
    Distance
    7.97mi
    Elevation +
    3448f
    TrailRank
    53| Rating 5.0
    Photo ofEpic circular in theth Photo ofEpic circular in theth Photo ofEpic circular in theth

    Start at the tubes.. First part is hard to follow track but then the marks appear and it's quite easy til the end.. Best views of the valley

    As the title says: it's epic. The views are breath taking. We did this in the beginning of March 2024. There was snow, m...
    ghiran.anca
    Preciosa ruta. No recomendable con lluvia.
    sikarinaz
  • near Ndërlysaj, Shkodër County (Albania)
    Distance
    15.22mi
    Elevation +
    5446f
    TrailRank
    49
    Photo ofNdërlysaj - Theth Waterfall - Theth - Valbonë Photo ofNdërlysaj - Theth Waterfall - Theth - Valbonë Photo ofNdërlysaj - Theth Waterfall - Theth - Valbonë

    We walked from Ndërlysaj following the dirt path on the opposite side of the road. The path takes you past the Theth waterfall which requires a bit of uphill. Follow the path on the otherside of the waterfall to Theth....

  • Fireze - Vrana e Madhe

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    near Fierzë, Shkodër County (Albania)
    Distance
    13.13mi
    Elevation +
    5456f
    TrailRank
    49
    Photo ofFireze - Vrana e Madhe Photo ofFireze - Vrana e Madhe Photo ofFireze - Vrana e Madhe

    Walk along the road from the ferry stop and continue to folloe the road as it turns right into the valley. After the first settlement with a few houses the path goes off road. You can follow the red and white signs but...

  • Albania: Village walk in Theth

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    near Grumas, Shkodër (Albania)
    Distance
    5.31mi
    Elevation +
    745f
    TrailRank
    49
    Photo ofAlbania: Village walk in Theth Photo ofAlbania: Village walk in Theth Photo ofAlbania: Village walk in Theth

    The hightlights of Theth in an easy trail, starting/ending at the pipe bridge. Only the ascent to the waterfall will let you sweat (a bit).

  • near Liri, Shkodër (Albania)
    Distance
    6.79mi
    Elevation +
    295f
    TrailRank
    48| Rating 4.17
    Photo ofR-20180712 | Shkodër city walk (*(*); 32 IBP) Photo ofR-20180712 | Shkodër city walk (*(*); 32 IBP) Photo ofR-20180712 | Shkodër city walk (*(*); 32 IBP)

    Fascinating, though not necessarilly beautiful (in the traditional sense) city walk (32p, 10,61km, 138m(+), 153m(-) & 3,2%/8%(+) according to IBP), starting from and ending at Rozafa castle. It is, in a way, a walk throu...

    Good road except suburbs seems a little bit dangerous bec of the dogs and pins about rozafa castle is not placed correct...
    inci yıldırım
    Sehr informative Runde. Ein perfekter Überblick von der Stadt
    zweigelt11
  • near Theth, Shkodër (Albania)
    Distance
    8.64mi
    Elevation +
    3504f
    TrailRank
    47| Rating 5.0
    Photo ofPeaks of the Balkan - Theth, Albania - Valbone, Albania Photo ofPeaks of the Balkan - Theth, Albania - Valbone, Albania Photo ofPeaks of the Balkan - Theth, Albania - Valbone, Albania

    This itinerary involves a hike from Thethi (716 m) over the Valbona Pass (1 759 m) to Valbona (995 m). This hike follows the route of an ancient mule track linking the tribal regions of Shala and Nikaj. The trail is m...

    Did the trail with our 3 girls (8-12 years old). Long but beautiful day. Easy and safe to follow apart from a short (bu...
    kushpen
  • Walk to Theth waterfall

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    near Theth, Shkodër (Albania)
    Distance
    5.18mi
    Elevation +
    1539f
    TrailRank
    47
    Photo ofWalk to Theth waterfall Photo ofWalk to Theth waterfall Photo ofWalk to Theth waterfall

    A nice idea for a short and relaxing walk the day after you come from Valbona. You walk through the village of Theth on a dirt road, basically having the main stream on your right. Then after a suspended "bar" at km 2...

  • near Theth, Shkodër (Albania)
    Distance
    9.20mi
    Elevation +
    3727f
    TrailRank
    46
    Photo ofTheth - Valbona Pass (Qafa e Valbonës) Photo ofTheth - Valbona Pass (Qafa e Valbonës) Photo ofTheth - Valbona Pass (Qafa e Valbonës)

    This route is an amazing option for a one-day walk from Theth. We went to the top and back through the same path. We started walking from our guesthouse in Theth, but it’s also a good option to do the first 40 minutes o...

  • Theth Center to Valbona Valley

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    near Theth, Shkodër (Albania)
    Distance
    8.22mi
    Elevation +
    3783f
    TrailRank
    46| Rating 4.67
    Photo ofTheth Center to Valbona Valley Photo ofTheth Center to Valbona Valley Photo ofTheth Center to Valbona Valley

    Valbona to Theth (Valbona Theth) is one of the most beautiful and popular hikes in the Accursed mountains (Prokletije). During this hike, you will enjoy the view of the Valbona Valley and then Theth Valley. If you plan t...

    Thanks ;)
    Albert Safin
  • Gropat e Bukura

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    near Theth, Shkodër (Albania)
    Distance
    5.50mi
    Elevation +
    3386f
    TrailRank
    46
    Photo ofGropat e Bukura Photo ofGropat e Bukura Photo ofGropat e Bukura

    The trail from Theth center to Gropat e Bukura, the typical base for climbing Maja Jezerce or Maja e Popluks. While very steep, it is frequently made with mules, which may carry camp supplies for several days. There is w...

  • near Kaprejë, Shkodër (Albania)
    Distance
    8.18mi
    Elevation +
    3645f
    TrailRank
    46
    Photo ofThorë Pass - Radohima Peak (Radohina) Photo ofThorë Pass - Radohima Peak (Radohina) Photo ofThorë Pass - Radohima Peak (Radohina)

    Radohima is a mountain within the Albanian Alps in northern Albania. Radohima rises between the Shala and Cem Valley. The massif of the Radohima has several other peaks with Maja e Radohimës at 2,568 metres being the hig...

  • near Gjelaj, Shkodër (Albania)
    Distance
    16.05mi
    Elevation +
    3796f
    TrailRank
    45| Rating 4.67

    www.budgetbucketlist.com Easy relatively flat trail. The most scenic route from Theth is via the left side of the river. The right side is on a gravel road with vehicles passing by (easy to hitchhike back if you're tire...

    Molt bona ruta. Un poc llarg el retorn per la carretera. Sempre queda l'opció d'agafar servei de transport
    sblasco

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