HikingAccursed Mountains, JunikKosovo
Gjeravica Peak
Kosovo's highest summit at 2,656 metres. We pass the glacial Gjeravica lake on the way up to the rocky summit ridge.
- Distance
- 13 km
- Duration
- 6–7 hours
- Ascent
- 900 m
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Mount Tarabosh
A ridge above Lake Shkodra with views of Rozafa Castle, the Buna river and the northern mountains. Ideal in spring and autumn.
Key facts
- Difficulty
- Distance
- 10 km
- Duration
- 4–5 hours
- Ascent
- 600 m
- Highest point
- 593 m
- Meeting point
- Prishtina (exact point shared before departure)
Figures are approximate and may change with conditions and the final itinerary.
About this hike
Tarabosh rises above the south-western shore of Lake Shkodra, facing the city and Rozafa Castle. The hike starts in the lakeside village of Shiroka and climbs through Mediterranean scrub up to the ridge.
Up on the ridge we walk with open views over the lake, Shkodër, the Buna river and the mountains of northern Albania. It's one of the most scenic hikes for winter and spring, while the high mountains are still under snow.
Tip
The trail has little shade, so bring plenty of water and sun protection. Spring and autumn are the best seasons, summer is very hot.
What to bring
- Hiking shoes with good grip
- A 20–30 litre backpack
- At least 1.5 litres of water
- Food and snacks for the whole day
- A wind and rain jacket
- Hat, sunglasses and sunscreen
- ID card or passport
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- Distance
- 1.6 km
- Duration
- 3 hours
- Ascent
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Theth to Valbona
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- Distance
- 17 km
- Duration
- 7–8 hours
- Ascent
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