Peja Pass (Qafa e Pejës)
Qafa e Pejës
A cross-border mountain pass about 1,700 meters above sea level north of Theth, with views of Montenegro's Prokletije peaks, a classic stretch of the Roof of the Balkans.
Peja Pass sits north of the Theth valley, near the Albania–Montenegro border, at an elevation of about 1,700 meters. From Okol, the climb along a gravel trail takes about 3 to 4 hours. The pass offers wide views: looking north, you see the limestone peaks of Montenegro's Prokletije National Park and the Ropojana Valley. It is a must-pass on the long Roof of the Balkans route from Theth to Vusanje in Montenegro. A day trip from Theth and back takes about 7 to 8 hours, so start early and bring plenty of water and food. Crossing into Montenegro requires applying for a border permit in advance, and you must carry your passport.
Opening hours
Daytime, Jun–Sep
Nearby sights
- Okol
- Valbona Pass
- Theth Church
- Ethnographic Museum of Dukagjin
- Lock-in Tower (Kulla e Ngujimit)
- Grunas Waterfall
- Theth to Valbona Trail
- Blue Eye of Theth