Rained Out The hike was cancelled due to bad weather.Yesterday Sunny (left) fvnldfv vs fvnldfv Rain/Thunderstorm (right) The night before at dinner, we were given the choice of hiking to Theth or driving directly to Shkodรซr. Two thirds of the group had requested for vehicular transport while 10 die-hards stuck with the plan - hike …
Starting from the beautiful Grebaje Valley, the Three Peaks (Voluลกnica โ Taljanka โ Popadija) hike is one of the most panoramic with mountain scenery perfect for photography. This 10km loop trail offers the best views of the Accursed mountains and the exceptionally wild & rugged Karanfili Massif. Must-do Detour Visible throughout most of the hike, …
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The transfer hike from Babino Polje to the outskirts of Plav is a long but not difficult walk, followed by a 8km bus ride to Vusanje. The day starts with a gentle ascent to the beautiful Lake Hrid, going through the most protected part of the Accursed Mountain and the summer settlement of Treskavica. Lake …
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A day of FIRSTS just us, the mountains, and the rain a sense of isolation least number of photos taken (22 vs daily average of 80) arriving at guesthouse ahead of our luggage no Wi-Fi or cell coverage overnight in Montenegro Our crossover to Montenegro follows the 'trail less travelled' of the Accursed Mountains in …
One of the longest and most beautiful day of hiking through wild mountain landscapes, crossing borders and high-altitude passes that connect Kosovo, Montenegro, and Albania. This awesome journey is filled with breathtaking panoramas, serene alpine meadows and ancient shepherd trails.The highlight of this trail is the magical Tromeda 'Three Borders' peak at 2,366m. Bragging rights …
8 SEPTEMBER 2024 This detour (optional) to Gjeravica Peak is an epic hike and rated as the most strenuous of our 10-day itinerary. The hike features two main climbs for the day. The first is right at the start and the second is at the base of Gjeravica. In between are lush meadows and scenic rolling …
Resigned to another day of over 1000m ascent to the high-altitude remote village of Dobรซrdol (1,744m), the consolation is that once you gain elevation, you keep it. That said, it's still a challenging hike with lots of ups and downs through enchanting old growth forests interspersed with exceptional views. Duration | 6 hoursDistance | 15.6kmElevation …
uneventful vs spectacularThere are two possible routes from Valbona to Cerem: the โlow/officialโ (valley) route vs the โhigh/optionalโ route via Persllopi Pass, that promises rare views of the Accursed Mountains bare stone harsh peaks. This alternate trail is one of the steepest of the Peaks of the Balkans and involves crossing from Albania to Montenegro …
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Billed as the most popular day hike within Albania, the route moves up through the mountains, passing through forests, grasslands, bubbling streams, and meadows full of flowers and boulders. Apart from the incredibly rewarding views, you also get to see a different side of Albania. HIKE DETAILSDuration | 7 hoursDistance | 16.3kmElevation ๐กฉ …
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Peaks of the Balkans (POB) The 192km POB trail loops through the spectacular borderlands of Albania, Kosovo and Montenegro in the Prokletije ("Accursed") Mountain Range. Connecting characterful mountain villages by way of shepherdโs paths and unpaved forest roads, this circular hiking trail traverses breathtaking mountain passes, pine forests, high alpine meadows, glacial lakes, and green …
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