Is Drymades Beach Worth Visiting? (1970)
White pebbles, pines running almost to the waterline, and the best sunset on this section of coast. The beach bars are genuinely good and the water clarity is excellent.
About Drymades Beach
A pine-shaded white pebble beach north of Dhërmi popular with backpackers for its bars and beach camping.
Worth it for a night, not a week — Drymades is the Riviera's party-adjacent beach.
Half day to overnight
Free; sunbeds 10–20 EUR per pair
Late June or September
Is Drymades Beach worth your time?
Why Drymades Beach is worth it
White pebbles, pines running almost to the waterline, and the best sunset on this section of coast. The beach bars are genuinely good and the water clarity is excellent.
Who will love Drymades Beach
Twenty- and thirty-somethings, sunset chasers, and anyone who wants a beach club without a Ksamil crowd.
Who might skip it
Light sleepers in August — music from the clubs runs late along the whole strip.
Tips to make it worth it
The northern end towards Dhërmi is significantly quieter than the bar section.
Map & nearby
FAQ — Drymades Beach
- What is the difference between Drymades and Dhërmi beach?
- Drymades is the quieter, pine-backed cove just north of Dhërmi's main beach. Dhërmi has more development and bigger clubs; Drymades keeps a more low-key, camp-and-bungalow feel.
- Is Drymades Beach expensive?
- By Albanian standards, yes — expect 10–20 EUR for two sunbeds and an umbrella in high season, and beach-bar prices closer to Greek levels.
- Is Drymades Beach worth visiting?
- Yes — Drymades Beach is one of Albania's rewarding stops, especially for travellers who value authentic settings, photogenic scenery and value for money compared to Western Europe.
- Who is Drymades Beach best for?
- Drymades Beach suits curious independent travellers, couples, photographers and small groups who enjoy a mix of nature, culture and slower-paced discovery over resort-style tourism.