Rozafa Castle
Illyrian Fortress on Three Rivers
Shkodër
Northwest & CoastShkodër
About
An ancient Illyrian fortress at the confluence of three rivers overlooking Lake Shkodër.
Practical info
- Hours
- Closed on MondayAlbania time
- Entry Fee
- 400 LEK (~€4)
- Best Season
- April – October
- Typical visit
- 1–2.5 hours
- Indoor
Did You Know?
Albanian legend, recorded as early as 1505, says the castle's walls would only stand once a young mother, Rozafa, was immured alive—asking only that openings be left so she could still nurse her baby son.