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GuidePërmetA small town on the Vjosa river, known for gliko, raki, warm springs and some of southern Albania's wildest scenery.GuideVjosa Wild River National ParkEurope's first Wild River National Park: rafting, kayaking and swimming on a river that still runs free.GuideLangarica CanyonA river canyon to hike and wade, and the free warm springs of Benja at its entrance.GuideNemërçkëMountain trails, village churches and the Sopot waterfall, in the high limestone range above the Vjosa valley.GuideHotova–Dangëlli National ParkA national park of Macedonian fir forest, canyons and mountain villages, a short drive from Përmet.GuideFrashërThe mountain village that gave Albania three leaders of its National Awakening, the Frashëri brothers.Before you go
Discover Përmet
The Vjosa valley in southern Albania, in a few facts.
Përmet is a small town in southern Albania, on the Vjosa river, which became Europe's first Wild River National Park in 2023. It is known for gliko and raki, for the warm Benja thermal baths, and for walking in the Hotova–Dangëlli fir forest and the Nemërçkë mountains. Rafting runs from April to October, and May to June and September to October are the most comfortable months to visit.
| Where | Gjirokastër County, southern Albania |
|---|---|
| From Tirana | About 249 km, about 3.5 hours by car |
| From Gjirokastër | About 60 km, roughly 1 hour |
| Benja thermal baths | About 13 to 14 km from the town, free to enter |
| Rafting season | April to October |
| Best months | May to June and September to October |
New here? Start with things to do in Përmet, then read getting to Përmet, when to go and where to stay.
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What is Përmet known for?
Gliko (preserved fruit in syrup, a Slow Food Presidium product), raki and local wine, the Vjosa river, which became Europe's first Wild River National Park in 2023, and the warm springs at Benja. See the town guide.
How far is Përmet from Tirana?
About 249 km by road, about 3.5 hours by car in normal conditions. See getting to Përmet.
What is the best time to visit Përmet?
May to June and September to October suit most plans. Rafting runs from April to October. See the best time to visit guide.
What can you do in Përmet?
Raft or kayak the Vjosa, soak in the Benja thermal baths, hike to the Sopot waterfall or through the Hotova–Dangëlli fir forest, visit Frashër, and taste gliko. See things to do in Përmet.
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