Best Sandy Beaches in Albania
We rank the 4 sandy beaches in Albania. Jale (Albania) comes first with 4.6 / 5, followed by Lukove Beach, Velipoja Beach.
The sea reaches about 24 degrees C in season, and most of these beaches are at their best from June to September. 2 of the 4 have easy access, and 2 are hidden gems.
1Jale
Albanian Riviera, Albania · 4.6 / 5 · Moderate access · about 25 °CA bay of clear turquoise water that has grown from a hidden cove into a lively summer beach, with a headland at its end.
2Lukove Beach
Lukove, Albanian Riviera, Albania · 4.3 / 5 · Moderate access · about 24 °CA quieter beach on the Albanian Riviera between Himare and Saranda, below green hills with clear water.
3Velipoja Beach
Shkoder, Albania · 4.3 / 5 · Easy access · about 24 °CA wide, gently shelving beach of dark sand on the northern coast of Albania, with mountains behind.
4Durres Beach
Durres, Albanian Adriatic · 4.0 / 5 · Easy access · about 24 °CDurres has a long beach of grey sand along the Adriatic coast, close to Albania largest port and the ruins of the Roman amphitheatre.
Quick comparison
| # | Beach | Country | Score | Water | Best season | Access |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | Jale | Albania | 4.6 | 25 °C | June–September | Moderate |
| 2 | Lukove Beach | Albania | 4.3 | 24 °C | June–September | Moderate |
| 3 | Velipoja Beach | Albania | 4.3 | 24 °C | June–September | Easy |
| 4 | Durres Beach | Albania | 4.0 | 24 °C | June–September | Easy |
How we picked these beaches
Included when the shoreline is mostly of this type, then ranked by our editorial score. See how we rate beaches for the full method.
Frequently asked questions
Which are the top-rated sandy beaches in Albania?
Our top three are Jale (4.6 out of 5), Lukove Beach (4.3 out of 5), Velipoja Beach (4.3 out of 5). Scores are editorial ratings from the EuroShores team.
When is the best time to visit these beaches?
Most are at their best from June to September. Water temperatures average about 24 degrees C in season. Each beach page lists its exact season.
Which of these beaches are easiest to reach?
Velipoja Beach, Durres Beach have easy access. The others need a walk, stairs or a rougher road, so check the access note on each page.
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