Lakes of Albania
Ohrid, Shkodër, Prespa, Koman — Albania's freshwater wonders.
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A fjord-like reservoir on the Drin river — the daily ferry from Koman to Fierza is one of Europe's great scenic boat rides.
The Balkans' largest lake, shared with Montenegro — bird-rich wetlands, floating monasteries and Rozafa Castle above.
A turquoise reservoir 40 minutes from Tirana with a signature viewpoint hike — the capital's most popular photo spot.
The northern half of the Drin reservoir system — few boats, big cliffs, and the arrival point of the Koman ferry.
A quiet reservoir on the lower Drin — kayaking, floating restaurants and an eerie half-submerged church.
A small crater-like lake in olive country, ringed by cafés — a laid-back stop halfway between Tirana and Berat.
A jogging-and-picnic lake at Tirana's eastern edge with a lakeside promenade.
A cluster of 85 small karst lakes among olive groves in the Dumrë hills — Albania's Lake District.
The smaller of the two Prespa lakes — a birdwatcher's paradise straddling Albania and Greece.
A silent glacial lake in the mountains north of Puka — a picnic favourite for locals.