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Preza Castle
Facing Krujë
A small hilltop castle near Tirana airport, with a restaurant within its walls.
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About Preza Castle
On a hilltop above Fushë Prezë, close to Tirana International Airport, Preza Castle gazes across the valley to Krujë. Building began in the 14th century and was finished in the early 15th for the Topia, a local feudal family, and the castle is now a protected cultural monument. Within its walls, a broad grassy courtyard is perfect for a picnic, and a restaurant serves traditional Albanian dishes. It makes a delightful stop on the way to or from the airport or Krujë, best of all at sunset, when the valley glows.
Our take
- Medieval walls
- Views to Krujë
- Sunset stop
- Address
- Fushë Prezë
Fushë Prezë, the Balkans - Our city guide
- On our Tirana guide
Opening hours, prices and seasonal openings change, so please check with Preza Castle before you go.
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