Albanian Coastal Trail

The Albanian Coastal Trail is a rugged multi-day trek traversing the Ionian coastline of the Albanian Riviera. Bounded by the Ceraunian Mountains to the east and the Ionian Sea to the west, the route connects the high Llogara Pass to the coastal town of Himarë and beyond to Lukovë. The trail is defined by its transition from high-altitude pine forests to isolated pebble beaches (Gjipe, Grama) and ancient Orthodox villages. It operates in an underdeveloped coastal wilderness zone where significant segments lack road access, requiring self-sufficiency and navigation through dense Mediterranean maquis and karst limestone terrain.

This magnificent 5.3-mile (8.5km) section of the South West Coast Path links two of North Cornwall's most dramatic locations: the mythical ruins of Tintagel Castle (legendary birthplace of King Arthur) and the historic, fjord-like harbor of Boscastle. The route is defined by the raw power of the Atlantic Ocean crashing against towering slate cliffs, deep rocky coves, and sweeping headlands. Along the way, you pass the stunning Rocky Valley—where a river has carved a spectacular gorge through the slate—and sweeping views out to Lundy Island. The constant, steep descents and ascents out of the coastal valleys (known as "coombes") make this short distance surprisingly strenuous.