Lurë Glacial Lakes
Frozen lakes on a snowbound plateau
Lurë, Dibër County
Tirana & CentralKrujë
About
Lurë, part of the Lurë–Dejë Mountain National Park in northeastern Albania, holds one of the highest concentrations of glacial lakes in the Balkans. In winter heavy snow blankets the plateau from November to April and the lakes freeze solid, with snow depths reaching two to three metres. The quiet, bright landscape is ideal for snowshoeing and low-traffic winter hikes.
Practical info
- Entry Fee
- Free
- Best Season
- December – March
- Typical visit
- 5–8.5 hours
- Car recommended
- Outdoor
Did You Know?
Lurë-Dejë National Park holds twelve glacial lakes formed during the ice age, each traditionally named for a feature such as the Flower Lake or the Black Lake.