Petrelë Castle
Byzantine hilltop fortress near Tirana
Petrelë, Tirana County
Tirana & CentralPetrelë
About
Petrelë Castle sits on a rocky outcrop above the village of Petrelë, southeast of Tirana. Founded in Late Antiquity and rebuilt under Emperor Justinian I in the 6th century, it guarded a route linked to the Via Egnatia. During the 15th century it was held by the Topia family, and Skanderbeg's sister Mamica lived here.
Practical info
- Best Season
- April – October
- Typical visit
- 1–2.5 hours
- Outdoor
Did You Know?
During Skanderbeg's 15th-century revolt against the Ottomans, the castle was held by his sister Mamica Kastrioti, who acted as its commander.