The Albanian Alps, a top mountain tourism region in Albania’s north, showcase sharp peaks, alpine pastures, forests, lakes, and rivers in harmony with nature. The Albanian Alps National Park covers the Valbona Valley, Theth National Park, Gashi River, and the Namuna Mountains of Kelmend, linking scattered farms and houses through mountain passes during summer.

This remote, picturesque area holds Albania’s highest peaks, with Mount Jezerca reaching 2,694m. In Valbona River Valley, about 22 km from Bajram Curri, visitors encounter scenic canyons, villages, and the Dragobia Cave, tied to the legacy of national hero Bajram Curri.

Valbona Valley, with traditional housing and local cuisine like flija and pitja, offers stunning views year-round, from lush spring colors to snow-covered peaks in winter. Rrogam, the last village before Valbona’s source, is a peaceful spot with rich flora and wildlife, including wild trout, bears, wolves, and wild goats.

Outdoor activities here include hiking, skiing, and fishing, while in the Western Alps, Vermoshi—on an alpine plateau near the Cem River—offers sunbathing and adventure sports. Razma village, surrounded by lush forests, and the alpine meadows of Boga invite visitors for climbing, skiing, and cave exploration, including the famous Puci Cave with beautiful stalactites.

The journey peaks in Theth Valley, reached by the 2,000m Tërthore Pass, where panoramic mountain roads offer unforgettable views, perfect for capturing the beauty of the Albanian Alps.