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Theth
A valley in the Alps
A high village ringed by peaks in Theth National Park, with a church, tower and waterfalls.
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About Theth
Theth lies in a high valley of the Albanian Alps, ringed by peaks, at the heart of Theth National Park, with a protected historic centre. Wander down to the little church and the lock-in tower, Kulla e Ngujimit, then on to the Grunas waterfall and canyon, and give a day to the hike to the Blue Eye. Stay in a family guesthouse, where dinner comes straight from the garden. The road from Shkodër is now asphalted and takes two to three hours, and most guesthouses open from May to October.
Our take
- Ring of peaks
- Family guesthouses
- May to October
- Address
- Theth, the Balkans
- Our city guide
- On our Tirana guide
Opening hours, prices and seasonal openings change, so please check with Theth before you go.
Last checked: October 2026 How we choose
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