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Mountaineering

Moutaineering in Peja is practiced not only by locals but also by many international visitors who come to Peja year round.The Rogova mountain region offers gorgeous and diverse mountain hiking trails for fans of both adventure and leisure.

Developed trails in this area are designed to offer different exploratory experiences for everyone.

Trails are good marked with informational and sign which leads you through the rare beauties of your surrondings,the wild flora,and magnificent waterfalls.

They can connect you to local accommodations and the traditional culture of the Rugova region.

The most popular and attractive trails are:

1.Pejë - Maja e Zezë - Peklena - Vjellak

2.Peje - Maja e Zeze - Shushice

3.Peje - Livadhi Sakes- Kopranik

4.Jezer-Milishevc-Roshkodol

5.Peje-Jezer-Lumbardh

6.Boge-Shkrel-Koshutan-Drelaj

7Drelaj-Reka allages

8.Reka allages-Llutov-Pepaj-Drelaj

9.Drelaj-Dugaive-Kuqishte

10.Kuqishte-Liqeni i Liqenatit-Liqeni i Drelajve

All these above mentioned trails are stunning and can be explored throughout the entire year on foot,skis or snowshoes.

ALPINE CLIMBING

Alpine climbing during the winter season is a sport that can be enjoyed by active thrill seekers.

The Rogova Valley offers alpine climbing in these great mountain peaks for all lovers of alpine activities but also for skilled mountaineers who seek out all the challenges nature has to offer.

There are more than 19 peaks in this region that are over 2000m of altitude, but among those that arw specifically suited for mountain and alpine climbing are: Guri i Kuq 2522m, Peak Çfërla 2461m, Hajla peak 2403m and peak of Vjellaku 2014m, an integral part with the peak of Peklena.

Please note that to climb these peaks it is very important to have proper mountaineering and safety equipment.

ROCK CLIMBING

Only 3km from center of Peja town, there is a paradise for rock climbers in the Rugova Canyon.

In this part of the Accursed Mountains, there are 9 existing rock climbing zones which contain over 40 bolted routes, ranging in length from 10 to 280 m abd difficulty from 5 to 8b+.

These zones are easily reachable from the main roads. The routes are set by proffesional rock climbing experts from Italy and local rock climbers and are checked every year in the beggining of rock climbing season.

Below are the names of climbing zones which are located in Rugova:

3th Kilometer

Solarium

Jezera

Balcony

5th Kilometer

Plazhi i Marimangave

Shpella e Dragoit

Drelaj

Reka e Allages

VIA FERRATA

The term Via Ferrat ia derived from the Italian language which means "Iron Routes" in English.

Via Ferrata nowadays is used as a tourist attraction and adrenalin . Almost in many countries that have mountainous areas built Via Ferrata and are used as adventure tourism products.

The construction of Via Ferrata is mainly developed in rocky places that have difficult access. In this path, a metal wire extends along the entire path by fixing it to the rock and setting steel stairs to overcame the obstacles.

Thus, through the Ferrata, it is possible to create challenging trails and having adrenaline and adventure.

There are four Via Ferrata trails: Via Ferrata Ari, Mat, Marimangat and Caves.

PARAGLIDING

Aeronautics has a rich and old history in our city.

It is known as one of the sports with a long tradition. There are many Aero-enthusiasists in the city who have formed a local club, where there are year round activities and opportunities to become involved and enjoy the sport. Nowadays there are also tourist offers to fly and see Peja fron the air.

SPELUNKING

The exploration of caves is well developed in the town of Peja.

The karst terrain around town is very interesting not only for experienced caves to explore, but also for all levels interested in this kind of activity.

Today there are many caving clubs and individual caves from all over Europe visiting this area, in partnership with our local caving association.

There are caving treks organized almost every weekend, to the most interesting caves around town, such aas: Great Canoyon, Cave-System, in Rugova Gorge and Cave of Radaci, north from town at Rusolia Mountain with beautiful waterfalls down the White River of Drini and many more just waiting to be discovered.

SKIING

Peja has a long tradition in this snow sport, with many ski clubs and international participation in extreme ski events.

Boge Ski Center, which is located in the west of Rugova Valley, will offer you different types of accommodations both traditional and modern, delicious food, beautiful slopes and no-stop ski lifts during the winter season. Rugova Region also offers a great opportunity for back-country skiing, with acxess local mountain villages at different altitudes.

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