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Things to see in Pogradec (Albania): 14 places and when to go
Pogradec is a town in Albania, and this site lists 14 places in and around it, mainly Nature (7), History (6), Wildlife (3). The best known are Royal Tombs of Selca e Poshtme, Galičica National Park and Valamara. 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 14 h 55 of daylight, and in December, 9 h 05. Here is what there is, when to go, how to get there and what else is nearby.
In a nutshell
- Where
- Albania · 40.9, 20.664
- Places
- 14 places on this site, in the town and around it.
- Best time
- April to June and September to October.
- Also possible
- November to March and July to August.
- Nearest airport
- TIA Rinas, 98 km as the crow flies
- Highest point
- Valamara, at 2,373 m.
What to see in Pogradec
The places in and around Pogradec, 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.
- Royal Tombs of Selca e PoshtmeTentative World Heritage site in Albania16 km
- Galičica National ParkNational park in Macedonia18 km
- ValamaraMountain in Albania20 km
- Pogradec CastleCultural heritage monument of Albania1.8 km
- Paleochristian Church, LinChurch in Albania19 km
- Byzantine Church, LinChurch in Albania20 km
- Pllaja e PusitMountain in Albania15 km
- St. Marina's MonasteryMonastery in Albania16 km
- Guri i KamjesProtected area in Albania8.2 km
- Golik BridgeOttoman Bridge18 km
- GrobotMountain in Albania21 km
- Kalaja e ZemcësCultural heritage monument of Albania13 km
- Rezervat Natyror i Menaxhuar "Liqeni Pogradecit"Protected area9.2 km
- Zonë e Mbrojtur e Burimeve të Menaxhuara "Guri i Nikes"Protected area16 km
When to go to Pogradec
The best time to visit Pogradec 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.
- JanPossible9:22
- FebPossible10:26
- MarPossible11:40
- AprBest time13:06
- MayBest time14:17
- JunBest time14:55
- JulPossible14:40
- AugPossible13:38
- SepBest time12:15
- OctBest time10:53
- NovPossible9:40
- DecPossible9:05
Best timePossibleBetter notHours of daylight
In June there are 14 h 55 of daylight, and in December, 9 h 05. In September, 14 of the 14 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 Pogradec
The nearest main airport is Tirana International Airport Mother Teresa (TIA, Rinas), 98 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
- Korçë40 places33 km
- Gramsh6 places39 km
- Librazhd10 places42 km
- Elbasan22 places55 km
- Çorovodë8 places56 km
- Berat31 places62 km
And all of Albania, in its country guide.
Frequently asked questions
What is there to see in Pogradec?
The best known: Royal Tombs of Selca e Poshtme, Galičica National Park, Valamara, Pogradec Castle, Paleochristian Church, Lin. In all, 14 places in the town and around it, all on your trip map from day one.
When is the best time to visit Pogradec?
April to June and September to October; also possible: November to March and July to August. In June there are 14 h 55 of daylight, and in December, 9 h 05.
How do you get to Pogradec?
The nearest main airport is Tirana International Airport Mother Teresa (TIA), 98 km away. From there, directions opens the route on the map.
How do I add it to my trip?
Create a trip with Pogradec as the destination and these 14 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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