Blace Castle
Ruined medieval fortress near Blace village overlooking Lake Ohrid. Free to explore, with a short hike through the village to reach the site.
Gorge in Pogradec
Narrow canyon near Pogradec carved by the Llenga stream. Free to access and a scenic option for visitors looking beyond the lake.
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Other places worth the walk, and what each one costs.
Ruined medieval fortress near Blace village overlooking Lake Ohrid. Free to explore, with a short hike through the village to reach the site.
Small national park south of Pogradec built around natural springs feeding into Lake Ohrid. Popular with locals for picnics, with low or no entry fees and boat rides on the springs.
Historic Ottoman-era stone bridge spanning the Shkumbin River valley near Pogradec. Free to visit and photograph, a quiet stop away from the lake crowds.
Ancient Illyrian royal tombs carved into rock near Selca e Poshtme, dating back to the 4th century BC. A rare and free archaeological site with almost no crowds.
Natural waterfall in the hills near Pogradec, reachable by a short walk. Free to visit and a refreshing stop on a day exploring the area.
Remains of a 6th-century early Christian basilica on the Lin Peninsula, notable for its intact mosaic floors. Free entry and rarely crowded.
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