Vjosa Wild River National Park
Free-flowing river with canyons, rapids and islands in southern Albania
The Vjosa runs undisturbed through narrow canyons, rapids, islands and meanders, protected from dams and gravel extraction. It is Europe's first Wild River National Park, and its protection covers the main tributaries Drino, Kardhiq, Bënçë and Shushicë.
Things to do
- Try thisFollow the river through its narrow canyons and past its islands and meanders
- HeritageVisit Tepelenë, where the park was declared on 15 March 2023
- WildlifeWatch for birds, since 257 species are recorded in the park
- Try thisExplore the tributaries Drino, Bënçë and Shushicë that are protected with the main river