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Pogradec Lakeside Promenade

Relaxed boulevard along Lake Ohrid

Pogradec, Albania

About

Pogradec sits on a narrow plain along the southwestern shore of Lake Ohrid, a UNESCO World Heritage site and one of Europe's oldest and deepest lakes. Its lakeside promenade, the Shetitore '1 Maji', runs for several kilometers past beaches, cafes, hotels and bars with live music. The town is a beloved Albanian summer retreat known for fresh koran trout from the lake.

Practical info

Entry Fee
Free
Best Season
Year-round
Typical visit
2.5–5 hours
  • Outdoor

Did You Know?

The promenade runs along Lake Ohrid, one of Europe's oldest and deepest lakes, whose Albanian side was added to the UNESCO World Heritage list in 2019.