Qender Theth: Heart of the Albanian Alps
Discover Qender Theth: A captivating alpine village offering hiking, culture, and stunning natural beauty in the heart of the Albanian Alps.
Qender Theth, nestled within Theth National Park, is a captivating village in the Albanian Alps, renowned for its stunning natural beauty and rich cultural heritage. Surrounded by towering peaks and lush valleys, it serves as an ideal base for exploring the Albanian Alps.
A brief summary to Qender Theth
- Qender Theth, AL
- Visit website
Local tips
- Visit during the summer months (May-September) for the best hiking conditions and to experience local festivals.
- Bring cash, as many local establishments do not accept credit cards.
- Consider hiring a local guide to enhance your experience and provide insights into the area's history.
- Dress in layers, as mountain weather can change rapidly, even in summer.
- Try the local cheese and homemade bread, which are often highlights of the traditional meals.
Getting There
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Public Transport
From Shkoder, take a local minibus or shuttle to Theth. These depart in the morning, typically around 7:00 AM, and the journey takes approximately 2-3 hours. Tickets cost around €10 per person. Once you arrive at the main bus stop in Theth, walk north towards the village center. Qender Theth is a short 10-minute walk from the bus stop, passing by the Theth Church.
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Car
From Shkoder, follow the signs towards Theth. The drive takes approximately 2 hours. The road is paved but narrow and winding in some sections, requiring a confident driver. From the Theth National Park entrance, head north on the main road. Continue past the Theth Church and follow the signs towards Qender Theth. It should take about 10-15 minutes depending on road conditions. Parking is available in Qender Theth, free of charge at most guesthouses.
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Iconic landmarks you can’t miss
Molla Guest House
1.5 km
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Alpbes Theth Guesthouse
2.2 km
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Prokletije
6.0 km
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Valbona - Theth Hiking Trail
6.1 km
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Maja Jezercë
6.2 km
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Albanian Alps
7.1 km
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North Alpine Villas
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Bujtina Malaj
8.7 km
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Valbona valley
8.8 km
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Boga Alpine Resort - Camping Albania / B&B (Way to Theth)
10.5 km
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Bunkers of Valbona
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Restaurant Boga Alpine Resort
10.6 km
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Valbona valley river
10.9 km
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Bujtina Albjoni
10.9 km
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Unmissable attractions to see
Theth National Park
0.2 km
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Theth
0.8 km
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Kisha e Thethit
0.8 km
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Bujtina Polia
0.9 km
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Reconciliation Tower
1.2 km
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theth, albania
1.2 km
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Theth valley viewpoint
1.3 km
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Camping Freskia
1.8 km
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Kaskada e Grunasit
2.5 km
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Waterfall Theth
2.7 km
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Waterfall Grunas - Theth
2.7 km
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Ujevjerra e Grunasit (Grunas Waterfall)
2.7 km
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Aussicht über das Tal
2.9 km
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Valbona Pass
3.5 km
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Valbonë-Teth viewpoint peak
3.6 km
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Essential places to dine
Restaurants & Guesthouse Villa Gurra
0.2 km
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Hotel Restorant Alpet Theth
0.3 km
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Villa GJECAJ Guesthouse and Restaurant
0.3 km
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Bar Restaurant Jezerca
0.3 km
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Fast Food Pizzeri Jezerca
0.3 km
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Bar Restaurant
0.6 km
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Gjon Shpella
1.1 km
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Thethi Paradise Restaurant & Hotel
1.1 km
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Petriti
1.1 km
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Bar restaurant zojgja
1.1 km
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Royal Land Hotel & Restaurant
1.2 km
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Kristal Theth
1.3 km
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Blue River Bar & Grill
1.4 km
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Restaurant Freskia
1.8 km
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Okoli Bar Café & Snacks
2.8 km
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Markets, malls and hidden boutiques
Mini Market Jezerca
0.3 km
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petrol Station
0.3 km
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Kulla e Ngujimit
1.2 km
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TobaccoShop
4.5 km
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Hotel Valbona- Tourism Development and Info Center
10.4 km
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Valbona
11.3 km
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Bar Cafe Luli
11.7 km
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Gazmend's super market
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Shepherd's Rest Mountain Coffee and Tea House
16.0 km
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Visitors Center , National Park Prokletije, Gusinje
18.2 km
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Nacionalni park Prokletije
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lokale Spezialitäten
19.1 km
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Vision bakery
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Kafana Kolata
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Minimarket Prodavnica br.1
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Essential bars & hidden hideouts
IBC Legata
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Bar kafe kodra e lterit
0.9 km
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Bar Kafe Gjoka
1.0 km
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Bar&Grill & Music Waterfall
1.4 km
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Blue Eye Bar
4.0 km
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Bar-Tabachino
4.5 km
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Bar Restorant Samueli
4.5 km
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Restaurant and Bar Ndërlysaj
4.5 km
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Bar&Restaurant Emanueli
5.1 km
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Bar-Camping
5.5 km
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Rrollo
7.6 km
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Pjetër Ulaj
10.4 km
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Guesthouse Camping Restaurant “Paja”
10.5 km
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Bar Kafe Gegaj
10.8 km
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Bar-Adi
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