Grunas Waterfall, Mountain waterfall in Theth, Albania

Grunas Waterfall drops about 25 to 30 metres from a karst spring just above the lip, at roughly 800 m elevation on the western slope of the Theth valley, below Maja e Boshit (2414 m). The water falls into a plunge pool, then runs through a stream bed beside the Grunas canyon to the Shala river. Dense beech forest and loose scree cover the slope around the fall.

The site received official protection in 2002 when the Albanian government recognized it as a natural monument. This designation established it as part of the country's natural heritage worth preserving.

The waterfall marks the start of the Grunas canyon, where its water joins the Shala river after crossing the Theth valley. The slope around the falls is covered by dense beech forest, and rockfall debris lies scattered at its foot. The pool formed at the base of the drop is the point where the stream turns toward the canyon.

You reach the waterfall by walking on marked trails from Theth village, with the best conditions coming during summer months. Wear proper hiking shoes since the paths are steep and can be slippery, especially near the water.

The water comes entirely from melting snow and rock on the surrounding peaks, not from a permanent mountain stream. This means the waterfall's strength changes with the seasons and weather rather than flowing steadily year-round.