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Shëngjergj Waterfall, nature wonder close to Tirana

Shëngjergj Waterfall · Albania

Time
~20 min
Difficulty
Easy
Season
Spring
Water
Cold water at the waterfall; swimming is possible
Parking
Free

In short

Shëngjergj Waterfall is an easy short hike near Tirana, Albania. The route is 1.5 km with 56 m of ascent and takes about 20 minutes to the waterfall. Spring is the best season, and the cold water is suitable for swimming.

The route

Distance
1.5 km
Ascent
+56 m
Descent
−49 m
High point
507 m
Lowest point
455 m

A Shëngjergj, near the bridge: 41.32367, 20.03326▲ Shëngjergj Waterfall: 41.32911, 20.03254

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Walking time, without breaks

  • Relaxed0 h 40 min
  • Average0 h 30 min
  • Fast0 h 25 min

How steep

  • Under 8% 1.1 km
  • 8 to 15% 0.4 km
  • 15 to 25% 0.0 km
  • Over 25% 0.0 km

What to pack

Every hike

  • Water: about 1 litres (half a litre an hour)
  • Food and snacks for the day
  • Rain jacket
  • A warm layer (fleece or light down)
  • Sun cap, sunglasses and sun cream
  • Boots or trail shoes with good grip
  • Phone with the map offline, and a power bank
  • Small first aid kit
  • Headlamp, in case it gets late
  • Some cash and your ID

The guide

Shëngjergj Waterfall was discovered recently and in just a few years it has become one of the most popular outdoor destinations near Tirana, the capital of Albania. Located only 37 km from Tirana, this destination is a perfect getaway from the urban lifestyle of the capital. If you want a great outdoor day trip combined with a picnic, Shëngjergj is the perfect synonym of it.

How to get there

Shëngjergj is located 37 km from Tirana (1-hour drive). You pass through Farkë, Surrel, Shkallë and then you will see a Restaurant called Restorant Ujvara Shengjergj. There you can park the car, and walk until you will see a bridge. Before heading to the bridge, on your left, is the starting point for the hike to Shëngjergj Waterfall.

About the hike to Shëngjergj Waterfall

The hike itself it’s quite easy. You need around 20 minutes from the starting point to the waterfall. Along the trail, you will see red and white signs and you can easily reach the waterfall. Hiking shoes are not mandatory but would be a wise choice (Better safe than sorry 🙂 ).

Shëngjergj Waterfall pours down a rocky cliff into a pool beneath a clear blue sky

The Shëngjergj Waterfall is encompassed by a beautiful spring of bright and rich vegetation, joined by stratified rocks that flicker fantastically in the daylight. The source of the water is from Mali me Gropa Mountain, which has amazing views too. This waterfall is 30 meters high. The water there is a bit cold but very worthy, you can swim there and refresh yourself! 

The best season to go there is spring. Because of the snowmelt, the water capacity significantly increases.

Points of interest:

Starting point: Shëngjergj, near the bridge

Total distance: 1.5 km

Elevation gain: 56 m