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“Confidencial Digital”: Albania, between the Adriatic and Ionian seas, an undiscovered gem of the Mediterranean

2025-11-28 19:49:00, Aktualitet CNA

“Confidencial Digital”: Albania, between the Adriatic and Ionian

The renowned Spanish travel magazine "Confidencial Digital" has dedicated a special article to the natural beauties and tourism of Albania.

In an article published in the European travel section, the rare natural elements that intersect in the country are highlighted, especially the two seas on the western side, the Adriatic and the Ionian.  

Article:

Between the Adriatic and Ionian seas, Albania emerges as an undiscovered pearl of color. Its history blends Eastern and Western influences, and its coastline rivals the beauty of neighboring countries, Greece or Croatia.

Travel experts have described Albania as "Europe's best-kept secret."

Direct flights from Spain to Albania – have been available for several years.

Unlike overcrowded tourist destinations, in Albania you will find fewer tourists, more authenticity, and stunning, untouched nature.

Where does the journey begin? We will tell you everything about it, from north to south, until we reach the heart of the Balkans, Albania!

Albania is unlike any other European country. Snow-capped mountains, Ottoman-style bazaars, and beaches with turquoise waters coexist in a small but wild territory.

Its capital, Tirana, is a modern, colorful, and vibrant destination.

From there, you can visit Kruja, the city of Skanderbeg, the hero who resisted the Ottoman Empire for 25 years.

The Skanderbeg Fortress Museum dominates the skyline and the voices of the bazaar's artisans echo through its cobblestone alleys.

Tirana: The Mediterranean Soul of the Balkans

The capital surprises with its cultural mix. Mosques, churches and murals coexist under the same sky.

Life flows in the cafes of the Blloku neighborhood, once the exclusive property of the communist regime.

Today, the former seat of power has been transformed into a trendy area, with bars serving homemade raki and local Tirana beer.

Don't miss a visit to Bunk'Art, a bunker turned into a museum – where you will understand the Albania of Enver Hoxha, the dictator who built more than 170,000 shelters out of fear of invasion.

From Tirana, roads lead to the coast and south, where the real natural spectacle begins.

Vlora: The Beginning of the Albanian Riviera

In Vlora, the Adriatic Sea meets the Ionian Sea. Here begins the country's most spectacular road, which winds between mountains and cliffs.

It passes through the Llogora National Park, where black pines and parachutists mark the way to the sea.

The beaches of Dhërmi, Himara and Ksamil

Dhërmiu: White sandy beaches like Drimadhes and hidden bays like Gjipesë Beach are only accessible on foot.

Himara: A coastal village with a medieval castle and a lively promenade.

Porto Palermo: Here, you can visit Ali Pasha Bay, with its fort overlooking the sea and the remains of Soviet bunkers.

Ksamil: Opposite Corfu, lies the jewel of the Adriatic with crystal clear turquoise waters.

Butrint: Archaeology among the lagoons

A few kilometers from Ksamil lies Butrint National Park, a UNESCO World Heritage Site.

Among the lagoons and Greco-Roman ruins, temples, mosaics and an intact theater overlooking the Vivari Canal are discovered. Once, it was a colony of Julius Caesar and later of Augustus.

Gjirokastra and Berat: The Two Jewels of Albania

Turning north, the road leads to Gjirokastra, the “Stone City.” Its fortress dominates the Drini Valley, and Ottoman towers transform the cobblestone streets into an open-air museum.

Further north, Berat, known as the “city of windows,” captivates with its skyline of white balconies overlooking the Osumi River. Both cities are UNESCO World Heritage Sites.

Tomorr Mountain and Vjosa River: Sacred Nature

Mount Tomorri – 2,416 meters above sea level – rises near Berat. For Albanians, it is more than just a mountain, it is a symbol of identity.

From its slopes flow rivers such as the Vjosa, the last largest wild river in Europe, where activities such as rafting and hiking are popular.

"Albania is the Switzerland of 200 years ago," local guides proudly say.

"The Bjeshket e Nemuna and the Valbonë-Theth trail"

The north offers a landscape from another era: the "Bjeshkët e Nemuna" or otherwise the Albanian Alps.

Between Kosovo and Montenegro, the Balkan Peaks Trail connects isolated villages where echoes of the Kanun, the medieval code of honor, still linger.

The Valbona-Theth trail (12 kilometers) is the most famous. You can take a seven-hour hike through waterfalls, forests and absolute silence. There is no purer place to understand the “heart” of Albania.

The best time to visit Albania

Currently, direct flights are available from Spain to Tirana (3 hours from Madrid or Barcelona).

We recommend exploring the country by car – to enjoy its diverse landscapes.

Spring and autumn are the perfect seasons for driving and hiking. June and September are ideal months for beach holidays, without crowds or extreme heat. In winter, the snowy mountains to the north offer a stunning landscape.

Albania, located between the Adriatic, Ionian seas and mountains, is emerging as a new tourist destination – a must-visit in the Mediterranean!





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