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Things to see in Peshkopi (Albania): 28 places and when to go
Peshkopi is a town in Albania, and this site lists 28 places in and around it, mainly Nature (14), Mountains (10), History (6). The best known are Mount Korab, Mavrovo National Park and Korab-Koritnik Nature Park. The best time to come is April to June and September to October; also possible: November to March and July to August. In June there are 15 h of daylight, and in December, 8 h 59. Here is what there is, when to go, how to get there and what else is nearby.
In a nutshell
- Where
- Albania · 41.6833, 20.4333
- Places
- 28 places on this site, in the town and around it.
- What people come for
- Nature (14) · Mountains (10) · History (6) · Wildlife (4) · Temples (4) · Hiking (3)
- Best time
- April to June and September to October.
- Also possible
- November to March and July to August.
- Nearest airport
- TIA Rinas, 66 km as the crow flies
- Highest point
- Mount Korab, at 2,764 m.
What to see in Peshkopi
The places in and around Peshkopi, 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.
- Mount KorabMountain in North Macedonia and Albania15 km
- Mavrovo National ParkNational park in North Macedonia12 km
- Korab-Koritnik Nature ParkProtected area in Albania21 km
- Mali i GramësMountain in Dibër County, Albania7.3 km
- Allajbegi's MosqueMosque12 km
- Ksulja e PriftitMountain in Kosovo25 km
- Holy Transfiguration Church, HerebelChurch in Albania7.9 km
- St Saviour's Church, Kërçishti i EpërmHistoric site in Kërçisht13 km
- VelivarMountain in Albania9.2 km
- Banesa e Tashko MarkosCultural Monument in Albania7.7 km
- Saint Demetrius Church, Kërçisht i SipërmCultural Monument in Albania13 km
- Maja e RadomirësMountain in Albania16 km
- RudinaMountain in Republic of Macedonia16 km
- Banesa e Mustafa ShiresCultural Monument in Albania16 km
- Banesa e Xhemile HasësCultural Monument in Albania22 km
- Crn KamenMountain in Albania8.4 km
- Gradishta e BellovësCultural Monument in Albania4.5 km
- Kulla e Llaxhaçeve (Bulqizë)Cultural Monument in Albania22 km
- Lashkizë CastleCultural Monument in Albania19 km
- Maja e Runja e LuresMountain in Albania19 km
- Maja e RunjesMountain in Albania15 km
- Visoko BrdoMountain in Albania8.0 km
- Arras Skanderbeg MuseumMuseum13 km
- High Scardus TrailHiking9.2 km
And the other 4, by what you come to do:
When to go to Peshkopi
The best time to visit Peshkopi is April to June and September to October; also possible: November to March and 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.
- JanPossible9:18
- FebPossible10:23
- MarPossible11:40
- AprBest time13:08
- MayBest time14:21
- JunBest time15:00
- JulPossible14:44
- AugPossible13:41
- SepBest time12:16
- OctBest time10:51
- NovPossible9:36
- DecPossible8:59
Best timePossibleBetter notHours of daylight
In June there are 15 h of daylight, and in December, 8 h 59. In September, 28 of the 28 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 Peshkopi
The nearest main airport is Tirana International Airport Mother Teresa (TIA, Rinas), 66 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
- Burrel8 places35 km
- Kukës13 places44 km
- Rrëshen7 places52 km
- Librazhd10 places54 km
- Krujë19 places56 km
- Pukë7 places60 km
And all of Albania, in its country guide.
Frequently asked questions
What is there to see in Peshkopi?
The best known: Mount Korab, Mavrovo National Park, Korab-Koritnik Nature Park, Mali i Gramës, Allajbegi's Mosque. In all, 28 places in the town and around it, all on your trip map from day one.
When is the best time to visit Peshkopi?
April to June and September to October; also possible: November to March and July to August. In June there are 15 h of daylight, and in December, 8 h 59.
How do you get to Peshkopi?
The nearest main airport is Tirana International Airport Mother Teresa (TIA), 66 km away. From there, directions opens the route on the map.
How do I add it to my trip?
Create a trip with Peshkopi as the destination and these 28 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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