Holiday apartment in Shkallnur: Hills, sea and rural experiences

Shkallnur reveals its special character where hilly terrain near the sea opens up panoramic views. Anyone considering a holiday apartment in Shkallnur can get to know the area through specific natural, culinary and cultural highlights. Among the hills, farms and villages in the surrounding area are experiences ranging from a route approximately 10.4 kilometres long to a basilica with a polychrome floor mosaic.

Nature

The Kodrat e Shkallnurit are suitable for hiking, nature walks, picnics and mountain biking. The hilly terrain near the sea offers panoramic views. There is also an approximately 10.4 km-long route in this area that can be covered on foot. The landscape thus combines different forms of activity with open views and a clear connection to the surroundings by the sea.

Farm and cuisine

Pema e Jetës is a special place for agricultural and culinary experiences. The property is located in the village of Shkallnur, 2 km from the Plepa–Ndroq national road, and is accessible from Tirana and Durrës. Meat, vegetables, fruit, dairy products and pasta from the farm are processed fresh every day and served directly in the restaurant. More than 200 goji plants also grow on the farm; their fruit is used in the restaurant's dishes.

Visitors to Pema e Jetës can collect produce in the gardens and cultivated areas to eat in the restaurant or at home. The activities also include “A Day in the Life of a Farmer”. Individuals or families can take part in daily agricultural and livestock-related work together with the farm staff. Accompanied by staff, children can visit the stables and animal shelters and use designated play areas.

Experiences

Kodra e Kuajve is located at the summit of Shkallnur Hill. From there, views extend over the coast of Durrës. Kodra e Kuajve offers rides on 15 horses of different breeds under the guidance of riding instructors. The restaurant serves traditional Albanian dishes as well as fresh regional products. Horses, coastal views and regional cuisine come together here in one clearly identified place.

Culture

Arapaj is another village in the Rrashbull area, which also includes Shkallnur. The village is home to the Basilica of Saint Michael. The basilica features a polychrome floor mosaic and was declared a first-category cultural monument in 1987. In Arapaj, the vineyards of the “Gjergj Kastrioti Skënderbeu” winery also extend across 40 hectares.

Getting around

In the wider surroundings of Shkallnur, the “Shkëmbi Kavajës–Rezervuari i Manskurise” route leads through hilly, clay-rich terrain. It offers sea views and allows visitors to look out over the dam of the Manskuria reservoir. For travel within the transport network described, city bus line 2 operates on the Durrës–Unazë–Kënetë–Plepa route. It stops in Shkallnur in both directions.

Accommodation

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More destinations

More destinations in this selection: Fushë-Kruje, Shijak, Tapizë, Rinas, Maminas, Shetaj, Durrës, Kruja District.

To the overarching travel overview: Durrës County.