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Krujë — Skanderbeg's castle, the best ethnographic bazaar in Albania
Complete guide to Krujë: when to visit, where to stay, what to eat and what not to miss.
Written by myAlbania Editorial·April 28, 2026·2 min read
Why Krujë?
Krujë is where Albania's national hero Skanderbeg held off the Ottoman empire from a hilltop fortress. Today it's a half-day trip from Tirana — castle, museum and old bazaar.
Where to stay
Day trip from Tirana, or a stone guesthouse for the night.
What to eat
Lamb on the spit at Restorant Panorama with a view over the plain.
Don't miss
- Castle and Skanderbeg Museum
- Old Bazaar (mostly handicrafts)
- Sari Saltik mountain trail
How to get there
From Tirana: 45 min by car or organised tour.
Plan your trip
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