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Albanian Riviera
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Albanian Riviera
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This is the coastal stretch running roughly from Vlorë to Sarandë. Between these two seaside resorts, the coastline remains quite wild, with relatively limited tourist infrastructure. Note that from the summit of the Llogara Pass overlooking it, you can enjoy a magnificent panorama.
Overview of the Albanian Riviera
This is the coastal stretch running roughly from Vlorë to Saranda. Between these two seaside resorts, the coastline remains quite wild, with relatively limited tourist infrastructure. Note that from the summit of the Llogara Pass overlooking it, you can enjoy a magnificent panorama.
Key Points
- Type of place: coast.
- Tourist interest: (recommended).
- Location:
- Main towns:
- Length: approximately 130 km.
- Population:
- Website: http://www.albanian-riviera.net/
History of the Albanian Riviera
Environment
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What to See
From north to south...
Vlorë
It is both the country's second-largest port (after Durrës) and a rapidly developing seaside resort with major real estate projects.
It is both the country's second-largest port (after Durrës) and a rapidly developing seaside resort with major real estate projects.
Llogara National Park
This mountainous park overlooks the Albanian Riviera and is a favorite among hikers. From the summit of the Llogara Pass, you’ll enjoy a stunning panoramic view of the surrounding area.
This mountainous park overlooks the Albanian Riviera and is a favorite among hikers. From the summit of the Llogara Pass, you’ll enjoy a stunning panoramic view of the surrounding area.
Dhërmi
This small seaside resort on the Albanian Riviera, between Vlorë and Saranda, is expanding rapidly. Its town still has a few old buildings and two monasteries.
This small seaside resort on the Albanian Riviera, between Vlorë and Saranda, is expanding rapidly. Its town still has a few old buildings and two monasteries.
Saranda
Opposite Corfu Island (ferries), this seaside resort nestled in a pretty bay has become a major tourist destination both for its beaches and for its proximity to the UNESCO-listed site of Butrint.
Opposite Corfu Island (ferries), this seaside resort nestled in a pretty bay has become a major tourist destination both for its beaches and for its proximity to the UNESCO-listed site of Butrint.
What to Do
Climate and Weather
This part of the coast enjoys a Mediterranean climate with sunny, hot, and fairly dry summers. Winters are relatively mild but can bring heavy rainfall. Climatically—and even in terms of crowds—the best time to visit is late spring or early autumn.
Sea Temperature Throughout the Year
| Jan. | Feb. | Mar. | Apr. | May | Jun. | Jul. | Aug. | Sep. | Oct. | Nov. | Dec. | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Albanian Riviera | 14 | 13 | 14 | 15 | 17 | 21 | 24 | 25 | 23 | 21 | 17 | 15 |
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Llogara National Park
★★ This mountainous park overlooks the Albanian Riviera and is a favorite among hikers. From the summit of the Llogara Pass, you’ll…
Dhërmi
★ This small seaside resort on the Albanian Riviera, between Vlorë and Saranda, is expanding rapidly. Its town still has a few old buildings…
Saranda
★ Opposite Corfu Island (ferries), this seaside resort nestled in a pretty bay has become a major tourist destination both for its beaches…
Vlorë
★ It is both the country's second-largest port (after Durrës) and a rapidly developing seaside resort with major real estate projects.