Rising above the western slopes of the Valbona Valley, this lesser-known summit offers some of the most expansive panoramic views in the region. At 1868 meters above sea level, the viewpoint reveals the entire Valbonë basin below, framed by the jagged limestone peaks of the Accursed Mountains and the open alpine landscapes of the Valbonë Valley National Park. Despite its impressive outlook, the trail is relatively quiet and off the main tourist path, making it a rewarding option for hikers seeking both solitude and scenery.

The hike begins from the center of the village, where you’ll quickly leave the open valley floor and head into dense beech forest. The trail climbs steadily from the beginning, offering natural shade and cooler temperatures even during the warmer months.
The ascending path winds through thick woodland and makes a series of switchbacks across the western slopes of the valley. The forest cover is consistent for most of the climb, with occasional breaks offering glimpses through the trees toward the valley below. The trail is clear and well-trodden, but the incline remains constant, requiring moderate fitness.
In the final part of the ascent, the terrain opens up. The trees give way to a wide alpine meadow that leads toward the summit ridge. This final section is steeper and more exposed but offers dramatic views in all directions. Upon reaching the summit, you’re rewarded with a sweeping view of the Valbonë Valley.
After a well-earned rest and time to take in the scenery, the return follows the same route downhill, retracing the forest trail back into the village.

• Hiking Grade: Moderate
• Technical Difficulty: T2
• Total ascent: 900 m
• Total descent 900 m
• Distance: 18 km
• Time of the hike: 6 hours (Hiking time without breaks)

The price includes:

• Emergency telephone support during the hike
• Road Book App with detailed information and route descriptions in English

The price does not include:

• Other costs and services not mentioned in the program
• Guide
• Meals
• Transportation
• Any type of Insurance

This trail starts and ends in the village of Valbona in the Albanian Alps.

Orientation:
To assist you, we provide a detailed information package, including route descriptions, digital maps and information about transportation options. All this will be available in a dedicated mobile app, which you can download to your smartphone before your adventure.

While most hiking trails are signed, some markings may be unclear or difficult to see. Certain sections might not be well-marked, and poor weather can make navigation more challenging. Good navigation skills are necessary to ensure a safe and enjoyable experience.

Hiking Time, Grade and Technical Difficulty:
Our tour descriptions give detailed information about terrain, technical difficulty, estimated activity times, ascent/descent in meters and distance in kilometres. We kindly ask you to read these very carefully and consider them while choosing your tour.

The estimated difficulty of hikes is given in the SAC scale, starting from T1 to T6. These grades are guidelines that must always be used in conjunction with your own experience, intuition and careful judgment. Explanations for the difficulty scale can be found here.

Estimated hiking times are given for each day. These times do vary according to the day’s weather conditions and your fitness levels. These times do not include times taken for meals and breaks. The hiking times are all calculated in accordance with the Albanian national standard for hiking trails, which is based on the Swiss Alpine Club adaptation of the DIN44366 standard.

General Information:

• Confirmation will be sent within 48 hours of booking
• Not wheelchair or stroller accessible
• Not recommended for pregnant travellers
• Not recommended for travellers with heart problems or other serious medical conditions
• Travelers should have a moderate physical fitness level
• For any other request or question, please write to us here

Free cancellation at any time before app download. Once the app has been downloaded, cancellations are no longer possible.