Prespa: A Tri-Border Oasis of Untouched Nature
Discover Prespa: A serene Balkan escape with pristine lakes, diverse wildlife, and rich cultural heritage in Albania, Greece, and North Macedonia.
Prespa, shared by Albania, Greece, and North Macedonia, offers a serene escape with pristine lakes, diverse wildlife, and rich cultural heritage. It's a haven for nature lovers seeking tranquility away from commercial tourism.
A brief summary to Prespa
- VWXR+348, Tuminec, AL
Local tips
- Visit the island of Maligrad to see the cave church of Santa Maria, accessible by boat.
- Explore the park's hiking trails for a chance to spot diverse wildlife and enjoy stunning views.
- Taste traditional Albanian cuisine, including fish specialties and homemade pies, at local restaurants.
- Check local weather conditions before your visit to ensure a pleasant experience.
Getting There
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Public Transport
From Tirana, take a bus to Korçë. From Korçë, catch one of the two daily buses that travel to Prespa National Park, heading either to Pustec or Goricë e Vogël. The bus leaves Korçë around 12:00 pm and is marked 'Korçë-Gorice Dogane'. A bus from Tirana to Leshnicë costs approximately $10. The bus ride from Kolonja to Erseka takes 30-45 minutes. A taxi from Erseka to Gorice costs 10-15 Albanian Lek.
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Taxi
From Korçë, a taxi to Prespa National Park is readily available if you miss the bus. The park is approximately 35 km from Korçë. Ensure the taxi driver is familiar with the park entrance near Gorice. A taxi from Lura Lakes to Prespa National Park ranges from 3000 to 4000 Albanian Lek.
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Driving
From Kolonja, head northwest on the SH78 road towards Erseka. Continue on SH78 for about 30 km until the junction with SH79. Turn left onto SH79 and follow the signs towards Gorice. The park entrance is approximately 15 km ahead on your right, near Gorice. Driving from Tirana to Prespa National Park takes approximately 3 hours and costs $30-$45 for fuel.
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Iconic landmarks you can’t miss
Prespa
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Discover Prespa: A serene Balkan escape with pristine lakes, diverse wildlife, and rich cultural heritage in Albania, Greece, and North Macedonia.
Golem Grad
5.2 km
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Stenje Beach
6.3 km
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Lake Prespa
7.1 km
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Great Prespa Lake
7.1 km
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Mali i Thatë
9.1 km
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Galičica
11.7 km
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Maligrad
11.7 km
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Koritski Rid
13.2 km
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Agios Achillios bridge
16.3 km
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Camping ARBI
19.4 km
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Small Prespa Lake
19.8 km
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Hotel „Granit“
22.1 km
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Hotel Perla
22.6 km
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Drion Apartment
22.8 km
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Unmissable attractions to see
National Park Galicica
11.4 km
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Prespa National Park
12.6 km
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Dupeni Beach
15.5 km
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Museum „The Bay of Bones“
16.1 km
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Monument „Saint Naum“
16.8 km
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Monastery Saint Naum
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National Park of Drilon
19.1 km
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Drilon
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Park in Pogradec
23.0 km
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Discover Pogradec
23.9 km
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Shtëpia e Miqve
24.0 km
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Beach
24.0 km
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Lake Ohrid
24.5 km
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Pogradec Panoramic View Point
24.7 km
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Guri i Kuq
25.4 km
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Essential places to dine
Taverna Vasil
2.3 km
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Syntrofia
10.7 km
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Bar-Restorant PANORAMA(tek Lupçe)
12.0 km
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Hotel Restaurant ''Aleksander''
14.7 km
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Bar Restorant "Kristi" (tek Spiro)
15.0 km
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Restaurant „Ostrovo“
16.7 km
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Rritja e Koranit
18.4 km
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Taverna KOÇO
18.5 km
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Dallga
18.5 km
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Bar Restorant Hotel Qafë Plloçë
21.1 km
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Taverna Saimel
22.5 km
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1 Maji Restaurant
22.5 km
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Perla Restaurant
22.5 km
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Bar Restorant Kuinda
22.6 km
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Restorant Poçerina
22.8 km
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Markets, malls and hidden boutiques
Jeton supermarket
19.6 km
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Market
19.7 km
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Market Selo
20.7 km
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Kartodrom Pogradeci
22.2 km
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La Coquette
22.8 km
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Bulmetore zvezda
23.2 km
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Market Bardhi
23.3 km
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Taverna Ndona
23.3 km
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Market GAIA
23.3 km
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Restaurant Rosa e Tymosur
23.4 km
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Kreperi & Pastiçeri Kanellë
23.4 km
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Visiting
23.4 km
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haidi's shop
23.5 km
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Bojra Pogradec Albani
23.6 km
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Friends Bar-Restaurant
23.6 km
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Essential bars & hidden hideouts
ALEKSANDER PARK
13.7 km
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Bar Coffee Oresti
15.6 km
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Ronaldo Coffe
16.4 km
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bar caffe megi
16.5 km
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Internet-Caffe-Kuq & Zi
19.7 km
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Andi kafe
22.8 km
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Eleven Bar
22.8 km
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People Bar Club
22.8 km
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KAFENE
23.0 km
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Casabar
23.2 km
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Bar Billiards 2
23.3 km
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Bar Uku
23.4 km
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Dejavu lounge
23.6 km
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ChivasLounge
23.6 km
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CHOICE Coffee-Drinks
23.7 km
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