The Albanian Coastal Trail, one of the greatest hidden long-distance hikes in Europe will take you on an outdoor adventure across wild beaches and stunning coastlines. Albanian may not be everyone’s first thought when it comes to hiking, and that goes a long way to keeping this gem off the of the radar of most holiday goers, however that is changing too.
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This 74-kilometer trail in Albania traversing the southern coastal trail in Albania not only boasts gorgeous beaches, it also has a rich culture full of unique culinary traditions and beautiful coastal villages along the way. As you hop from village to village, you’re sure to find new and unique experiences that you won’t find in most other long-distance European treks.
Eco-tourism in Albania, and especially along the Albanian Riviera, is taking off. The development that comes along with it can sometimes be devastating as the country rushes to accommodate the increase in tourists, so the trail is best hiked as soon as you can, before the construction and development goes too far!
Get ready and start packing for this wild walk across sandy and pebble beaches, narrow goat trails, massive groves of olives, and tiny walkways through stunning villages. The Albanian Coastal Trail is full of new and exciting scenery and experiences for just about anyone, offering a green corridor that offers generous coastal landscapes.
A Brief Overview of the Albanian Coastal Trail
The Albanian Coastal Trail runs 74 kilometers from Dhërmi almost all the way to Saranda. The entire length of the trail is made up of various shorter treks from village to village, which makes it one of the best options for hikers of all levels. Most experienced hikers will take up to 6 days to complete it, but there are plenty of different ways that you can take it on.
The trail can be extended or switched around with several other trails that intersect the ACT, so you can make it more physically challenging, full of beautiful beaches to relax and have a refreshing swim, or even make the hike a bit easier. It also takes you to the southern parts of the Ceraunian coastal mountains where you can witness the highest point of the Llogara National Park, offering panoramic views over the deep blue Ionian Sea.
Making the trek in either the spring or the fall tends to be the best pick for hikers that want a comfortable climate and less crowded trails. These seasons help hikers looking for accommodation, as there are always more beach goers crowding out the villages in the summer time.
Hiking Albania opens up a host of opportunities to see some rich cultural architecture with old churches and monasteries. As you walk through olive groves that line the seaside, you’re sure to find unique experiences that make the Albanian Coastal Trail come to life, especially when you explore distinct upper coastal villages overlooking the sea.
The Need to Know for Hiking the Albanian Coastal Trail
Overall Difficulty
Most days on the Albanian Coastal Trail will look like hiking for 3-4 hours with ascents that can be up to 500 meters. The great part about this trail is that it isn’t super long, which means you can take your time, walk at a leisurely pace, and soak it all in.
The part that can make the trail more difficult is the terrain and navigation. While it’s well-marked in some areas, the trails aren’t maintained regularly and it’s recommended that you bring a GPS and a map along with you for navigational help.
With all of the factors taken into consideration, this trail is often graded at a 2 out of 5. It’s possible for beginners to take on, but will challenge you at times if you haven’t hiked many long-distance trails before.
Make it easier on yourself by preparing in advance, having accommodation set up, and bringing enough gear to ensure that you’re following the right path throughout the trek.
Terrain
The terrain on the Albanian Coastal Trail can vary greatly due to its village-to-village design. This means that sometimes you’ll be walking on paved roads through the villages, but more often you are following old shepherds’ trails that can be narrow, steep, and poorly-maintained.
Rocky trails along the coast are the most common terrain that you’ll come across, but some old and forgotten agricultural trails through ancient olive groves are also utilized along the route. It can be tricky to follow the backcountry and alpine routes that are formed by shepherds over the years, but are rarely maintained for hiking.
There are also a number of reports about landslides and brush that cover the trails in parts, so it’s important to be confident in your navigation for when you may need to hike off trail in order to get around an obstacle.
While the terrain can be rocky at times, the trail also takes you to stunning beaches with white sand that will help massage and sooth the tired feet after a day well-spent hiking Albania. You will also enjoy the coastal vista before reaching some of the trail’s most breathtaking viewpoints. If you’re seeking more incredible hiking destinations, the Best Hikes in Moldova offer similarly scenic and challenging routes to explore.
Wildlife along the Way
Most of the wildlife you’ll see along the way will likely belong to some shepherd or farmer in the area. This region is well-used for grazing sheep, goats, horses, and cows.
The small lizards, amphibians, and birds that you’ll see along the way will give you a chance to really take charge and work on some identification skills if that’s what you’re into. The coastline provides a good variety of habitats for different life, and there’s a lot to be seen.
There are plenty of wolves and bears that live throughout Albania and definitely in the coastal mountain regions of the southeast. Neither of these are to be worried about, as both are completely disinterested in humans. Simply keep to the trail, be careful with food if you choose to camp, and keep your distance if there’s an unlikely encounter.
The biggest concern along the trail is the sheep dogs. These dogs have a single job–to protect the flock. Even though humans aren’t the primary concern, the dogs can get incredibly territorial and won’t be the friendly puppies that you wish they were. It’s recommended to carry a hiking stick and even pepper spray to have on hand in case one of the dogs becomes aggressive. Keep your distance and communicate with the shepherd if they are around.
Section by Section Hiking Itinerary of the Albanian Coastal Trail
There are several different ways to hike the Albanian coastline, and no one route precisely defines the Albanian Coastal Trail. This is where you get to choose your own itinerary, pick the high routes, low routes, beach, mountain, cliffsides, villages, and overall scenery that you want to pass by while hiking.
In this section by section itinerary, there are several possible ways proposed to get from one village to another. In general, you can have a fantastic time and enjoy all of the stunning Ionian Sea views that the trail has to offer, no matter which route you choose.
| Overview of all six sections of the Albanian Coastal Trail | ||
| Section | Average Walking Time | Distance |
| 1: Dhërmi – Gjipe – Jal – Livadh | 5 hours | 13 km |
| 2: Livadh – Old Himara – Pilur | 4.5 hours | 9.2 km |
| 3: Pilur – Kudhes | 4.5 hours | 10.9 km |
| 4: Kudhes – Old Qeparo – Borsh | 5.25 hours | 15.4 km |
| 5: Borsh – Piqeras – Lukove | 4.5 hours | 14.7 km |
| 6: Lukove – Shen Vasil – Nivice | 4.5 hours | 14.7 km |
Dhërmi – Gjipe – Jal – Livadh
Average time: 5 hours
Distance: 13 km
Altitude Loss/Gain: -670m / +550m
The first, and one of the largest villages along the route is Dhërmi. It sits precariously on the mountain slope underneath a massive cliff face, unlike most other villages you have probably come across. If you’re looking for a pre-hike hill workout, walk through the steep alleys and stairs to the church of St. Mary and take in the magnificent view over the village.
The hike starts in Dhërmi near a bend that crosses the main ravine and is easily found near the round stone square with a bright red bannister surrounding it. This is your starting point, and the journey has just begun!
The beginning section of the trail passes by multiple springs as it runs along a small stream until you pass the Ipapandias church from the 15th century. Past this, you follow a small dirt road down to Dhërmi Beach, your first choice to stop and enjoy the beautiful waters of the Mediterranean.
The trail heads toward Gjipe from here, and there is a signpost marking the way right after Alevra Resort. Right away, the trail begins to ascend and zigzag while lined by oaks and sage bushes, giving you a beautiful view of Dhërmi beach from above. As you reach taller Cypress trees, you’ll find yourself arriving at St. Theodhori Monastery where you get a dramatic view of the Ceraunian mountains on one side and the turquoise waters on the other.
The next stop is the beach of Gjipe where you can grab some refreshments from some of the beach bars if you’re hiking in the high season. If not, the quiet of a beach that is rarely visited will be the perfect spot to rest. If you want, you can explore the Gjipe canyon that runs inland and is full of lush vegetation and is a hotspot for rock climbers.
You’ll find the trail at the far end of the beach with enough signposts indicating the way to Jale (also displayed on some signs as Jal, Jali, Jalë, or Jala).
This section of the trail wanders gradually toward the village and can often be quite overgrown, so this is where wearing pants can really come in handy. After a short trek, Jal beach will be visible and you’ll cross a large field of rocks before hitting the parking lot right by the beach. A wide cobbled walkway provides a large number of options for beach bars and restaurants before you hit a dirt road that takes you to Livadh. After a short and easy walk past Akuariumi beach and along a small rocky trail, you will find Livadh waiting for you.
Livadh – Old Himarë – Pilur
Average time: 4.5 hours
Distance: 9.2 km
Altitude Loss/Gain: -150m / +850m
Himara Castle, also called Old Himarë, sits atop a hill behind Livadh beach, and makes for an easy day of navigation. The trailhead at the end of Livadh beach takes you first on a dirt road until you hit a smaller trail that shows the remnants of a once cobbled path, where people used to frequently pass through in the past. Today, the trail is less used, but offers a good look into the history of the region.
The path follows dirt roads and small trails along the water channel to ascend through groves of olives toward the town of Himarë. You’ll find the opportunity to collect water from a water source under an archway, and then continue on through the home of ancient olives. Cobbled stairs lead the way up through the walls of Old Himarë, where you will find a nice lookout above the modern day Himarë as well.
This section of the trail is much shorter, which means you have plenty of time to explore the steep alleys and deserted ruins of the upper quarter in Old Himarë. Old foundations in this area date back to the 8th century BC, and now live amongst beautiful greenery.
Once you’ve finished your trek back in time, you’ll find the trail toward Pilur 450 meters uphill from the stairs along the asphalt road.
The trail winds through old and newer properties as you dive deeper into the ravine while moving toward the mountains. In no time at all, you will find yourself isolated in a world of greenery, unlikely to see anyone in this remote region. The navigation in this area can be tricky, but if you have a map and a GPS, you won’t have a problem at all.
You’ll walk a variety of paths through an abundance of different vegetation before hitting a network of smaller trails that ascend the left side of the canyon, where you’ll begin to enter a more alpine environment with large pines and ferns along the way. The trail will zigzag up the canyon until you hit some more difficult terrain.
This part of the trail is known for having long stretches of sharp and loose rocks, so a solid pair of hiking shoes and a level head is important for this walk.
The local legends tell tales of the devil living in this canyon, and that becomes clear when you can imagine the strength of the winds and the stream held back by the stone-walled weir.
An ascent across patches of loose rock and small streambeds is rewarded with fields of wild mint and oregano with a backdrop view of the canyon you just traversed. Here, you walk just a bit further on a gravel path and will easily find the village.
Pilur – Kudhes
Average time: 4.5 hours
Distance: 10.9 km
Altitude Loss/Gain: -720m / +300m
The third section of the trail from Pilur to Kudhes is a more remote section near the Albanian coastline where you won’t run into many people at all. There’s a nice water source in the square of Pilur, and that’s the best spot to start the trek so you’re ready for whatever the day may bring.
Signs mark the way toward Kudhes, and the day’s trek begins on a large gravel walkway. In no time at all, the village disappears and you’ll find yourself back in the orchards and vineyards that you can see from Pilur.
Blackberry bushes, Jerusalem sage, hip-high flowers, ferns and thistles mark the way, and if you’re lucky you can find the Serapias cordigera orchids in the late spring. The colors along this section of the route are outstanding, and will make any fan of plants engaged along the whole day’s hike.
Varying terrain leads you through the valley before passing a grove of cypress trees and a small shepherd hut where you want to stay alert for the possibility of running into shepherd dogs. After passing across a plain, the terrain becomes rocky, but is well-marked to lead you into the gully for a large descent. The trail leads into a forest after passing beautiful old ruins of homes, passes over the occasional dry streambed and across many fields of rocks, you’ll see the village of Kudhes in the distance.
The trail leads you across the valley and further downhill where the trail can be hard to find, but has several trail markers, so just pay attention and you’ll be alright. An old, disused, road that was once strictly for military use will take you across a bridge and toward the village of Kudhes, where you’ll find it easily with a beautiful village square and a towering plane tree providing shade.
Kudhes – Old Qeparo – Borsh
Average time: 5.25 hours
Distance: 15.4 km
Altitude Loss/Gain: -650m / +400m
Today, the hike continues to take you back downhill as you head toward the coastline through another beautiful stone village perched up on a hill.
The section starts with an uphill hike through the village of Kudhes until you find the trail exiting the village by the small old church at the high point. From here, an old horse trail leads you down along the mountain to a streambed surrounded by large plane trees. From here, the trail levels out for a bit and makes for some gentle hiking.
Olive groves and almond trees line the path as you pass some ruined buildings and large scree patches with bright white stones before hitting some old stone wall ruins and begin your short ascent up a wide gravel path.
For just over a kilometer you hike on flattened terrain that surrounds you with wild sage and hollyoak bushes before running into a large pond full of life. Shortly after walking along the plateau, you’ll pass just below the small St. Thanasi chapel and finally catch a view of the village of Qeparo. Here is another opportunity to fill up on water near a stone and concrete shelter immediately across from a large poplar tree.
At this point, you have an option to skip the descent down to Old Qeparo by following the wider dirt road near a cluster of cypress trees and an old church. This will lead you towards Borsh, but you’ll skip out on seeing another old and charming village with stunning viewpoints and a small village bar to catch a refreshment at.
The path from this point into Old Qeparo, and onwards to Borsh, can be complicated to find. Pull out your map and GPS to make sure you don’t miss any turns. Eventually you’ll find a dirt road that takes you to the beach of Borsh, and a main trail up to the village. The path from here will take you past a hydropower station and past Hotel Florika (a good choice to stay for the night if this is where your day will end).
Ujvara Cafe is a popular spot inside of the village of Borsh where you can sit at a table nestled between streams of water and enjoy a well-deserved meal.
Borsh – Piqeras – Lukove
Average time: 4.5 hours
Distance: 14.7km
Altitude Loss/Gain: -360m / +400m
Starting back at your dinner spot of Ujvara Cafe, you’ll start today by leaving the village square along the main road and down a dirt road named Rruga Haliq. This will take you past the last neighborhood of Borsh and give you stunning views of the sea, the beach, and the olive groves surrounding the area. The start to this day is a quaint and pleasant stroll.
You’ll run into the Qazim Pali neighborhood of holiday homes with a spattering of colorful houses, where you’ll be led to the beach along a concrete road. Walk the beach from here until you reach Hotel Elisabeta and take a turn away from the sea and up the hill toward the terraced slopes.
The terraces are beautiful, but have more of a dark history. These were built by the military and prisoners, along with some townsfolk, during the communist period of the country. While the efforts weren’t exactly volunteer-based, they increased the capacity for agriculture in the region. Today, you’ll find them overgrown and rarely used.
The path passes by a small group of huts and houses that were occupied by Albanians arriving from the north of the country in the early 2000s. As the trail narrows out, you’ll grab a view of the Bay of Borsh, a 6-kilometer stretch of sea sitting below your descent from yesterday.
Sandy and rocky trails lead you along the ridges and into the gullies of the coastline hills before hitting the small village of Piqeras. The trail is lined by olive groves and provides another section of calm and easy walking. In the distance, you’ll see the house of Piqeras and the St. Mary of Kemesova Monastery, another site worth detouring for. The trail breaks off where you can head up to Piqeras, or take the main trail toward the beach of Bunec.
A great addition to this hike is to take the trail up to Piqeras and up the mountain to hike Frasher pass and Lavani Pass before arriving down in Lukove. This is a much more challenging climb and descent for the day, but if you are looking to extend the hike, it’s an option well-worth exploring to see more of the mountains and stay away from the inhabited beach areas.
If you choose to take the main path, you’ll drop down to Bunec beach, where you’ll find an array of beach bars and restaurants along a paved path. The asphalt road leads you past another hydropower station where you will follow the road until it turns into gravel and eventually onto the gravel beach before ascending. The cobble and dirt road mix will lead you up the hillside through the terraces where you’ll get a scenic view of the coastline, the terraces, and the village of Lukove.
The trail narrows and passes a waterfall before hitting the church of St. Paraskevi (Shen Premte in Albanian). The climb will take you into the old part of the village, through historic stone houses, and into the main square of Lukove.
Lukove – Shen Vasil – Nivice
Average time: 4.5 hours
Distance: 14.7km
Altitude Loss/Gain: -360m / +400m
The trail markings out of Lukove are easy to follow as you head up the road and past the church to start your final day of hiking. The road leads you past some well-maintained homes toward Shpella beach and downhill for about a kilometer.
Thorny shrubs, dirt and loose rocks define your walk along old water channels as you pass old olive trees and gaze out on the sea. This walk will abruptly end at Shpella beach, where you’ll find a plethora of beach bars, which will only be open if you’re hiking in the high season (summer months).
Passing the beach, you take the road deeper into the valley where you’ll pass fields of horses and cows grazing the fields and a series of shepherd huts. This is another spot where you want to be fully aware and looking out for shepherd dogs that may be a bit protective of their space and flock.
This area has a lot of small goat trails that can be confusing, so you need to be sure to stay on the main trail the whole way. If you find yourself unable to follow the trail easily or at a dead end, simply turn around and find the main path that you must have accidentally strayed from.
The trail hosts a number of switchbacks here to ascend even further on a steep strip where you can see the view of both the coastline, and Llogara Pass, deep in the mountains.
Overgrowth is everywhere along this section of the trail, so it can be hard to navigate. Come prepared to walk through prickly bushes, and you’ll be totally okay. The overgrowth trek is rewarded with a field of blue larkspur that bloom in the late spring, making for a captivating view.
Next, you’ll trek past the ruins of Hundecova, a village that was destroyed throughout the Balkan Wars until it was abandoned in the 1950s. The trail dips down below the old village and takes you past a small church and into some softer and easier terrain.
The village of Shen Vasil comes into view soon, which was once a medieval center of the region. It became well known for its labor camps in the communist era where they held political prisoners. You’ll walk uphill into the highest points of the village before continuing to ascend the rocky hillside.
A variety of different paths lead you through olive groves, terraces, and wild ferns before breaking into the village of Nivice, the termination of the Albanian Coastal Trail and the spot where you can finally take a well-deserved rest after a long week of hiking Albania.
The Logistics of Hiking the Albanian Coastal Trail
Use a Guide or Hike on Your Own?
There are tons of guiding companies that will help ease the burden of planning and executing a trip along the Albanian Coastal Trail. For many who are beginner hikers, this could be a great option to feel comfortable and confident when trying out something brand new.
A guiding company can be incredibly helpful to help you transfer from the airport to the start of the trail, from the end, between villages, and help to get accommodation prepped way ahead of schedule. These companies most often have a great relationship with the local hotels and can arrange a room without much of an issue.
For experienced hikers, this trail is totally doable without a guide. If you’re willing to take the time to plan everything ahead of time, then go for it. Because of the proximity to most villages, the logistics of hiking the trail are actually quite simple and straightforward. The only complications are the possibilities of struggling to find lodging when they are overcrowded or shut down for the season.
This is totally up to you. It’s possible for anyone to do it on their own, but for those looking for some comfort and reassurance, bringing a guide along is also a great option.
What to Pack for Hiking Albania
Hiking shoes
A good pair of hiking shoes can be your savior for just about any overnight or day hike that you go on. The terrain of the Albanian Coastal trail can be tricky, with steep sections of severe and sharp rock, so having good ankle support and toe protection is a must for this trail. If you are known to roll your ankle frequently, hiking boots could be a good option. If not, trail runners are a great pick for people who want some breathability, especially if hiking in the shoulder seasons and looking at the potential of flowing streams where your feet might get wet and shoes need to dry.
Backpack
Because you’re hiking from village to village, you can find a lot of supplies along the way, so hiking with a 70 liter backpack is unnecessary. Something that’s more equipt for a day hike, around 40 liters, will be more than enough to carry all of the extra gear you need for the hiking throughout the day.
Clothes
Like mentioned, wearing a solid pair of pants can be important on this trail. There are several spots along the way that are overgrown with prickly bushes that can be quite painful if you’re wearing shorts. That being said, it’s often warm in this region and you may be more comfortable in shorts, or a pair of zip-off pants.
Otherwise, a nice wool t-shirt or a sun shirt will be a great option for your top layer. There are plenty of spots to find shade, but you’ll be hiking in the sun for the majority of the trail and will need to take the necessary precautions to protect yourself from the sun.
If you are hiking in the spring or fall (which is best), it can be worth bringing a rain jacket and rain pants. The region gets a fair amount of rain, and you’ll want to come prepared for any scenario.
For additional tips on how to prepare for a hike and ensure you’re ready for any trail, check out this expert advice on preparing the night before.
First Aid Kit
As with any hike, make sure you have a well-stocked first aid kit. There are a lot of spots along the Albanian Coastal Trail where you can easily get scratched up by vegetation or take a fall on the scree. While these are unlikely to result in a terrible injury, you need to be ready to clean and patch up any wound to ensure your own health for the rest of the trail.
Take all of your necessary medications and some extra for the days on either end of the hike so you can be ready for anything. Basic over the counter medications are helpful to cover any insect bites or stings, or any general pains, that you might take on over the six days of trekking.
Water Bottles
This region can be incredibly warm, even in the spring and the fall, so you need to make sure you have a good system to carry water. Two liters of water should be your minimum, and that can be with two different bottles or with a hydration bladder stored in your backpack.
There are a decent number of places to fill up along the trail, but it’s never guaranteed.
For extra comfort and security, bringing a way to treat and clean your water is a good idea for any emergency. Small iodine or chlorine pills are the most portable and are great for any last minute emergency use.
Tech Options
People in Albania have been walking these trails for centuries without any technology, but now that we have it available, it can definitely help us along the way. If you’re wanting to kick it old school, grab a paper map and have at it. This is a trail that can be fun to navigate with a map, but is definitely made easier with more modern tech.
Translation App – Pick your favorite translation app and make sure you have Albanian downloaded. Since you’re hiking in rural Albania, there will be plenty of people you come across that don’t speak English and it can be much easier if you have a translation app available and ready to use, even when cell service is unavailable.
GPS or Online Maps – A GPS device is a great choice for anyone that knows they will become stressed out by confusing turns in the trail. There are a lot of twists and turns along the Albanian Coastal Trail, and a lot of turns that are unmarked and easy to miss. A GPS unit with the right GPX file downloaded will make it easy to know if you’re headed the right way or not.
Cash
It’s the 21st century and cash is becoming a thing of the past, but in these small rural areas it can be a great thing to have on hand. The national currency in Albania is the Lek, but Euros are widely accepted in most regions. Grab some Lek out of the ATM at the airport, and know that you’ll be ready to make a quick trade wherever you go if you find a neat backroads shop along the way.
Obviously, most of these restaurants and tourist-heavy places along the beach will also accept a credit card, so don’t forget to pack that away with your passport as well.
When to Hike the Albanian Coastal Trail
Hiking season in Albania can be a short window due to the intense summer weather. The summer months are crowded and incredibly hot while the winter is wet and cold with most places along the way closed up for the season. That being said, the spring and fall are the best times to hike the Albanian Coastal Trail.
During the shoulder season (spring and fall), you’ll have a lot of the beaches to yourself and won’t struggle to stay cool or find a place to sleep in the villages. Even September can be incredibly hot in this area, so sticking to March-May and October-November will give you the best windows for hiking comfortably.
Getting There and Getting Back
The start of the trail is in the village of Dhermi, which is about a three-hour drive from the airport in Tirana. Flying into Tirana and grabbing the bus down to Dhermi where you can easily find a place to stay for the night before you start hiking is the best way to start. There are also transport services, and if you choose to hike with a guiding company, they will arrange for all of the travel.
Once you end the trail in Nivice, you can take a taxi or hitchhike to Saranda where you can then take a ferry to the Greek island of Corfu. Corfu has a well-traveled airport and can be a great addition to your holiday in Albania if you have a bit more time to spare!
Where to Stay Along the Albanian Coastal Trail
In the itinerary presented above, you can find hotels in almost all of the villages at the end of each section, which is one of the main reasons for having it suggested this way.
Whatever itinerary you choose, you need to book lodging in advance. If you end up in a small village and there are no rooms available, it can be a long walk to get to the next place that will have a spot for you to sleep. Planning your accommodations? Our article on walking holidays in Wales offers tips for securing lodging during your hiking adventures.
It’s worth noting that there are no spaces in Pilur or Kudhe to grab a room for the night, so if your itinerary lands you there, you can always take a taxi to nearby lodging and back to start the hike again the next morning.
FAQ
What is the best part of the Albanian coast?
The Albanian Riviera in Southern Albania is a stunning piece of coastline that provides a lot of great options for outdoor adventure and beach tourism.
Does Albania have good hiking?
Albanian nature has created a ton of great options for hiking routes in Albania. Some of the best walks in Europe can be found in this country, and it’s just now being discovered so you’re likely to be one of the few out on the trail!
Is Albania Safe for Hikers?
Albania is one of the safer countries in Europe for tourists, and the hiking will be exactly as safe as you are. Pickpocketing is far less common and other crimes are minimal. Hiking Albania will have you feeling welcome and comfortable within the first day of hitting the trail!
Conclusion
Trekking down the Albanian Coastal trail is a great option for those looking for a hiking experience with the fun challenges and great photos found in a multiday hike. Albania is enough of the usual tourist path to add to the experience and add that sense of adventure, if your looking for more well trodden destinations for walks and longer treks, be sure to check out our articles on Switzerland, England, Spain and Italy.
