Tucked into the high plains of southeastern Albania, Voskopoja is not only a tranquil mountain village but a living museum of Balkan history. Once a flourishing center of trade and Orthodox learning, this former metropolis housed printing presses, an academy, and over twenty churches. Today, its cobblestone streets and preserved frescoed churches offer a window into a once-glorious past.

Your hike begins in the heart of Voskopoja, following a gentle riverside trail that gradually transitions to a gravel path. The ascent is steady and scenic, meandering through a wide valley flanked by forested slopes and grazing meadows. As you approach the village of Shipskë, you’ll be greeted by traditional stone homes and pastures, that will give you a glimpse into Albania’s rural life.
The return leg dips through thick forest and crosses quiet clearings and a small stream, offering varied terrain and shaded stretches, all the way back to Voskopoja.

• Hike’s difficulty: 2/5
• Total ascent: 350 m
• Total descent 350 m
• Distance: 11 km
• Time of the hike: 4 hours (Hiking time without breaks)

This trail starts and ends at the trailhead at the village of Voskopojë. The best way to get to the starting point of this hike is with a private vehicle. You can use your own vehicle, rent one yourself or through us.