Krorëz beach, the paradise of Ionian Sea

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Rocky cliffs overlook the turquoise water and sandy shore of Krorëz beach in Albania
Krorëz beach, Albania
Distance
12.5 km
Ascent
+141 m
Descent
−170 m
High point
106 m
Difficulty
Easy
Water
Drinks available at two small bars on the beach

The route

Krorëz beach, on the map

From my own GPX track. Move along the elevation profile or along the line on the map: both show the same point.

Distance12.5km
Ascent+141m
Descent−170m
High point106m
DifficultyEasy

Walking time at your paceAn estimate without breaks, worked out from the distance and the climb.

  • Relaxed4 h 25 min
  • Average3 h 30 min
  • Fast2 h 50 min

Elevation

Elevation profile of Krorëz beach, the paradise of Ionian SeaStarts at 57 m, climbs 141 m in total to a high point of 106 m after 4.0 km, and finishes at 53 m; 11.7 km in all.50 m100 m150 m0 km2 km4 km6 km8 km10 kmSkore, GjirokastërHigh point · 106 m

How steep

  • 11.1 kmUnder 8%
  • 0.4 km8 to 15%
  • 0.2 km15 to 25%
  • 0.0 kmOver 25%

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What to pack12 things, for a swim, the coast

Every hike

Water and sun

The light for photographs

Today at the high point: sunrise 06:20, sunset 16:27.

Today at the high point: sunrise 06:20, sunset 16:27.

At the high point, 106 m, in local time (Europe/Tirane), with an open horizon: the mountains around can hide the sun sooner.

In short

Krorëz is a beach on Albania’s southern coast, reached by boat or by a coastal hike. The post describes the hike from Lukovë beach as easy and around 5 km, and lists a route starting at Skore with a distance of 12.5 km and 141 m of elevation gain.

Krorëz beach, in my opinion, is one of the bests virgin beaches in Albania. There I enjoyed the cleanest and the clearest water of any time. This beach is located in southern Albania, between the city of Himara and Saranda.

How to get there

Going there is not as easy as reaching the other beaches in this area. I think this is the reason why Krorëz is still a virgin beach. There are two ways to get there. The first one is going by boat from Saranda or from Kakome beach, which is very near to Krorëz beach. Kakome has located 13 km from Saranda. If you are in Saranda, you need to take the road to Himara. After around 13 km, you will see a sign, and you need to turn left. You have to follow the road which leads you to Kakome beach. From Kakome beach there are a lot of cheap boats all day.

Lukove Alpventurer

Another way is to hike from Lukovë beach, which is located 22 km to the north of Saranda. There you can find the last mini markets to buy food or drinks. From Lukovë beach you need to follow the trail through the coastline which is around 5 km. It is an easy hike, but I wouldn’t suggest it when the temperatures are high.

About the Krorëz beach

Krorez Bay Saranda Albania

After arriving at this beach, you will realize how beautiful this virgin beach is. Very clean and clear water combined with white sand. Krorëz is separated into two beaches with a lot of rocks in between. In one part you can find two small bars, where you can buy any drink you want.

There isn’t any hotel or Guesthouse near this beach, so, you need to camp here and I am sure that you will love it.

Points of interest:

Starting point: Skore, Gjirokastër

Distance: 12.5 km

Elevation gain: 141 m

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