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Bistrica Reservoir – "Blue Eye" loop from Natural Monument The Blue Eye

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Albania

Vlorë

Bistrica Reservoir – "Blue Eye" loop from Natural Monument The Blue Eye

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Bistrica Reservoir – "Blue Eye" loop from Natural Monument The Blue Eye

01:09

3.97km

100m

Hiking

Easy hike. Great for any fitness level. Easily-accessible paths. Suitable for all skill levels. The starting point of the route is accessible with public transport.

Last updated: August 22, 2026

Waypoints

Start point

Bus stop

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1.69 km

Viewing platform

Highlight • Viewpoint

Small high seat with a great view over the area

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2.42 km

Bistrica Reservoir

Highlight • Lake

The stop for the "Bimmelbahn" is located directly at the dam - or you can walk about 1.5 km to the "Blue Eye"

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3.47 km

The Blue Eye spring is an emblematic place in the south of Albania due to the incredible turquoise color of its waters. Due to its great depth and colour, as well as the beautiful environment that surrounds it, between mountains and oak forests, it has been declared a natural monument.

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3.97 km

End point

Bus stop

Way Types & Surfaces

Way Types

2.31 km

1.11 km

544 m

< 100 m

Surfaces

1.63 km

1.17 km

1.14 km

< 100 m

Elevation

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Highest point (230 m)

Lowest point (140 m)

Weather

Thursday 27 August

41°C

19°C

14 %

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Viewing platform

Blue Eye

Bistrica Reservoir

"Blue Eye"

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