Mount Dajti (1,613m) is a mountain east of Tirana accessible by the Dajti Ekspres cable car - the longest in the Balkans at 4.7km with a 15-minute ride. The summit offers panoramic views over Tirana and the Adriatic coast, plus hiking trails, restaurants, adventure park with zip lines, and mini golf. Popular escape from city heat in summer.
Return ticket 1500 LEK. One-way 4 EUR. Under 4 free. Buy at station
Clear day for best views. Arrive 9:00-11:00 to avoid queues. Spring and autumn for hiking. Summer for escape from city heat
Cable car base station east of city center, 20 min taxi from Skanderbeg Square. Can also drive or hike up
Scenic cable car ride over forests to mountain summit with stunning city views. Restaurants, hiking, adventure park, fresh mountain air. Half-day or full-day excursion from city
Dajti Ekspres cable car: 1400 ALL (~€14) return, children 5-12 years 400 ALL. Under 5 free. Closed Tuesdays. Bus 11 from Biblioteka stop
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At €15 it is expensive by Albanian standards, but the 15-minute ride over forests with city views is unique. Combine with hiking, adventure park or lunch for full experience.
Yes, several hiking trails lead to summit taking 3-5 hours. Popular is the trail from Qafe Priske. You can hike up and take cable car down, or drive up and cable car down.
Useful tips for visiting Mount Dajti
Check weather and Dajti Ekspres social media before going - closes in bad weather. Cooler at top so bring jacket. Combine with BunkArt 1 nearby. Book adventure activities at base station for discounts
Cable car base station east of city center, 20 min taxi from Skanderbeg Square. Can also drive or hike up
Scenic cable car ride over forests to mountain summit with stunning city views. Restaurants, hiking, adventure park, fresh mountain air. Half-day or full-day excursion from city
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