Top castles and fortresses in Albania

Our editor-picked shortlist — built from years of travel notes across Albania.

1. Berat Castle

Inhabited UNESCO citadel.

2. Gjirokastër Castle

One of the Balkans' largest.

3. Krujë Castle

Skanderbeg's stronghold.

4. Rozafa (Shkodër)

Lake-and-river panorama.

5. Lëkurësi (Sarandë)

Sunset over Corfu.

6. Petrelë (Tirana)

Best lunch-with-a-view.

7. Porto Palermo

Ali Pasha's sea fortress.