Valbona Valley National Park

Hidden gems of Prokletije

The Prokletije range, also known as the Albanian Alps, features dramatic limestone ridges and deep glacial valleys within the Valbona Valley National Park. This selection highlights secluded sites beyond the primary hiking trails, including the ruins of a traditional stone watermill and several high-altitude caves. Key locations include the historic Dragobia Cave, a site of local revolutionary history, and the Ledena pećina ice cave, which contains permanent subterranean ice formations and unique karst architecture.

Hidden Gems of Prokletije — Map

Никола Марковић / CC-BY-SA-4.0

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Accursed Mountains

The Accursed Mountains, also known as the Albanian Alps, is a mountain range in coastal Southeast Europe adjected to the Adriatic Sea.

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Old Watermill

Stone ruins of a traditional alpine watermill situated along the watercourses of the Valbona Valley.

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Ledena pećina

High-altitude karst cave known for its permanent ice formations and subterranean ice stalactites that remain frozen throughout the year.

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Shpella e Dragobisë

Historic cave and national monument serving as the final refuge and site of the 1925 death of Albanian national hero Bajram Curri.

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Shpellë

Natural limestone cave located within the rugged mountain terrain of the Valbona Valley.

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