Fir of Hotova National Park

Bulgarian fir forest, canyons and thermal springs in southeastern Albania

The park protects the largest area of Bulgarian Fir in the Balkans, spread across hills, canyons and gorges between the Vjosa and Osum valleys. At 800-1000 m, vast meadows sit among centuries-old trees.

1FrashërVillage at the park's heart with the Frashëri Brothers Museum House and Tombs.

Things to do

  • On footHike the marked trails in the mountains
  • On the waterRaft the Langarica Canyon
  • HeritageVisit the Frashëri Brothers Museum House in Frashër
  • Try thisSoak in the Bënjë thermal waters and see the Katiu Ottoman Bridge
Frashër
Frashër
Albania · Gjirokastër Est. 1996 Size 343.61 km² Protected area category: IUCN II

Also worth seeing

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    Langarica Canyon

    Narrow, deep canyon near Petran with caves, thermal springs and rafting.
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    Katiu Ottoman Bridge

    Ottoman bridge, close to the Bënjë thermal waters.

Where it is

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