Albanian Alps National Park

Albanian Alps National Park extends over 8,844 hectares of limestone mountains, featuring glacial valleys, dense forests, and peaks reaching above 2,000 meters in elevation.

The establishment of Albanian Alps National Park in 2022 united three protected territories: Theth National Park from 1966, Valbona Valley National Park from 1996, and Gashi Nature Reserve.

Local mountain communities maintain traditional shepherding practices across the park's territories, preserving centuries-old methods of livestock management in alpine environments.

Access to the park starts from the city of Koplik, with minibuses connecting to various trailheads between May and October when hiking conditions are most favorable.

The park contains the Grunas Canyon, recognized as one of the deepest limestone formations in the Balkans, shaped by extensive karst processes over geological time.

Location: Shkodër County

Location: Kukës County

Inception: January 26, 2022

GPS coordinates: 42.45549,19.63819

Latest update: March 8, 2025 22:06