Peaks of the Balkans
Albania / Kosovo / Montenegro · Europe · Multi-day trek · score 79/100
At a glance
| Countries | Albania; Kosovo; Montenegro |
|---|---|
| Continent | Europe |
| Region | Prokletije / Accursed Mountains |
| Type | Multi-day trek |
| Length | 192 km |
| Typical duration | 10-13 days |
| Difficulty | 3/5 (Moderate) |
| Max altitude | 2290 m |
| Best season | Jun-Sep |
| Start | Theth (AL); Plav (ME); or Peja (XK) |
| End | loop |
| Permit / guide | cross-border permit required (free, arranged in advance) |
| Special gear | none |
Score
79/100
Iconic 192 km tri-border circuit through the Accursed Mountains with guesthouse overnights; rapid international fame (CNN, LP) since 2013
How the score works: scoring method. Information confidence: high.
Notes
10 stages; border-crossing permit needed for the Albania-Kosovo-Montenegro crossings
Sources
Information compiled from public sources, as of October 19, 2026. Trail conditions, permits and closures change: verify with local authorities before you go.
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