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Pogradec — Albanian shore of Lake Ohrid, koran fish, Drilon springs
Complete guide to Pogradec: 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 Pogradec?
Lake Ohrid is one of Europe's oldest lakes, and Pogradec is its Albanian shoreline — calmer than the Macedonian side, with a long lakefront promenade.
Where to stay
Lakefront hotels and boutique guesthouses.
What to eat
Koran (endemic Ohrid trout) — every restaurant has a version.
Don't miss
- Drilon Springs
- Tushemisht village (lakeside, charming)
- Day trip across to Ohrid (Macedonia) — same lake, different country
How to get there
From Korçë: 1h. From Tirana: 2.5h.
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