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Things to see in Kukës (Albania): 13 places and when to go
Kukës is a town in Albania, and this site lists 13 places in and around it, mainly Nature (7), Mountains (5), History (4). The best known are "Sharri" National Park, Maja e Gjallicës and Kallabak. The best time to come is April to June, September to October; also possible: November to March, July to August. In June there are 15 h 03 of daylight, and in December, 8 h 57. Here is what there is, when to go, how to get there and what else is nearby.
In a nutshell
- Where
- Albania · 42.083, 20.434
- Places
- 13 places on this site, in the town and around it.
- What people come for
- Nature (7) · Mountains (5) · History (4) · Wildlife (2) · Museums and art (1) · Architecture (1)
- Best time
- April to June, September to October.
- Also possible
- November to March, July to August.
- Nearest airport
- TIA Rinas, 95 km as the crow flies
- Highest point
- Maja e Gjallicës, at 2,489 m.
What to see in Kukës
The places in and around Kukës, best known first, each with its own page: what it is, when to go and what is next to it. Distances are from the centre, as the crow flies.
- "Sharri" National ParkNational park17 km
- Maja e GjallicësSummit8.1 km
- KallabakSummit22 km
- MurgëSummit22 km
- Maja e PikëllimësSummit10 km
- SukaSummit22 km
- Banesa e Adem PavdejesMonument14 km
- Banesa e Man dhe Hate FerizollitMonument12 km
- Kalaja Hisari në DomajCastle14 km
- Kukes Ethnographic MuseumMuseum1.6 km
- Peca CastleHistory1.8 km
- Rezervati Natyror i Menaxhuar "Tej Drini i Bardhë"Protected area8.9 km
- Ura e Vjetër e DrinitBridge2.4 km
When to go to Kukës
The best time to visit Kukës is April to June, September to October; also possible: November to March, July to August. This comes from its own places: a month counts as the town's best time when it is the best time for half of what there is to see.
- JanPossible9:15
- FebPossible10:22
- MarPossible11:40
- AprBest time13:09
- MayBest time14:23
- JunBest time15:03
- JulPossible14:47
- AugPossible13:42
- SepBest time12:16
- OctBest time10:50
- NovPossible9:34
- DecPossible8:57
Best timePossibleBetter notHours of daylight
In June there are 15 h 03 of daylight, and in December, 8 h 57. In September, 13 of the 13 places are at their best.
When to go to Albania in general, with its festivals and peak seasons, is in its country guide.
Getting to Kukës
The nearest main airport is Tirana International Airport Mother Teresa (TIA, Rinas), 95 km as the crow flies. How to get around Albania (train, car, bus) is in its country guide, and what to sort out before you leave is in its checklist.
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Other towns nearby
- Bajram Curri7 places40 km
- Peshkopi28 places44 km
- Pukë7 places46 km
- Doberdol20 places60 km
- Rrëshen7 places61 km
- Burrel8 places62 km
And all of Albania, in its country guide.
Frequently asked questions
What is there to see in Kukës?
The best known: "Sharri" National Park, Maja e Gjallicës, Kallabak, Murgë, Maja e Pikëllimës. In all, 13 places in the town and around it, all on your trip map from day one.
When is the best time to visit Kukës?
April to June, September to October; also possible: November to March, July to August. In June there are 15 h 03 of daylight, and in December, 8 h 57.
How do you get to Kukës?
The nearest main airport is Tirana International Airport Mother Teresa (TIA), 95 km away. From there, directions opens the route on the map.
How do I add it to my trip?
Create a trip with Kukës as the destination and these 13 places are on your map, each with its category. The ones you like go into a day's plan with one tap, and Kokai reminds you when you pass nearby.
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