A country of contrasts: Albania offers excellent ski opportunities for those with a keen sense of adventure
With the European ski season fast approaching, snow sports addicts will be wondering where the best ski and snowboarding opportunities reside. For those looking to go off piste in search of something new and unspoiled this season, Albania offers a wealth of excellent ski opportunities.
As a country of contrasts, Albania has something to offer everyone whether it’s pristine beaches along the Adriatic coast or historical sites such as ancient Berat. However, one of the lesser known facts about the Balkan nation is its ski and snow sports opportunities with one of the best and most scenic of all regions being the striking Valbona Valley, in the Tropoja District of Northern Albania.
Perfect for those with a keen sense of adventure, skiing in Albania does not reflect typical Western style ski resorts. At Valbona Valley for example, there are no ski lifts or mountain rescue vehicles on the slopes. The village is quiet, with no shops, petrol stations or doctors surgeries and when it comes to food, the village relies on farming offering a traditional “back to basics” experience.
Ravin Maharajah, partner at leading Albanian resort Lalzit Bay Resort and Spa comments,
“Only 3 hours away from our development, the Valbona Valley is a must for those who wish to experience “authentic Albania”. The nation affords stunning geography with a number of excellent ski and snowboarding opportunities available on the northern and southern mountain chains. Mount Korab, the highest peak in Albania is certainly one to consider but it is important to remember that skiing in Albania is probably more suited to experienced snow sports fans. If it’s adventure you’re after, Albania has it all.”
With a superb location lying along both the Adriatic and Ionian Seas, Albania has a dry, temperate climate. At this time of year skiing in Albania could well be on the agenda, but winter conditions on the coast are generally mild with potential for visiting Albania’s beautiful beach locations.
Maharajah explains,
“The city of Durres in Albania reaches similar October temperatures as Malaga in Spain – just below 20 degrees. In November, Durres is on a par with St Tropez with temperatures reaching a pleasant 13 to 14 degrees. Albania is the perfect place to grab some winter sunshine, go for a coastal stroll and ski a few hours later – our development makes for a great winter hub.”
For those thinking about tapping into Albania´s property sector, Lalzit Bay Resort and Spa offers a premium, exclusive beachfront product to investors who want the benefits of apartment and villa ownership including private gardens and terraces, exclusive services and more privacy as well as a range of facilities including private swimming pools, a BBQ area, tennis courts and superb restaurants for as little as €30,000.
For more information on owning a stunning apartment or villa in a country of contrasts, please contact Lalzit Bay on +44 845 125 8600 or visit www.lalzitbay.com.