Llogara Pass & National Park
Qafa e Llogarasë
A pass at 1,027 m, where a winding road descends from pine forests to the sea. Viewpoints overlook the whole Albanian Riviera.
Llogara Pass lies about 40 km south of Vlorë. It is the highest point on the SH8 road crossing the Ceraunian Mountains. The northern slope is covered by black pine and fir forest in Llogara National Park, while the southern side drops steeply to the Ionian Sea. The pass viewpoint overlooks the Dhërmi coastline, and on clear days you can see Corfu. It is also a paragliding takeoff point. Restaurants on the northern slope serve grilled lamb and mountain honey, and there are short walks through the forest. Entry is free. The drive takes about 1 hour and has many bends, so take care. The newly opened Llogara Tunnel offers a bypass, but to enjoy the viewpoints you must take the old road.
Opening hours
All day
Nearby sights
- Marmiroi Church
- Oricum Archaeological Park
- Amantia
- Kanina Castle
- Vlorë Lungomare
- National Museum of Independence
- Karaburun Peninsula & Haxhi Ali Cave
- Kuzum Baba