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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.The Përmet area packs a river, a canyon, a fir forest, a mountain range and a historic village into a short distance. Most visitors use the town of Përmet as a base and visit the others as day trips. The table shows how far each place is from the town.
| Place | Distance from Përmet | Known for |
|---|---|---|
| Përmet | The base | Gliko, raki, the Stone of the City, the Vjosa river |
| Vjosa Wild River National Park | The river runs past the town | Rafting, kayaking, Europe's first Wild River National Park |
| Langarica Canyon and Benja | About 13 to 14 km, 20 to 25 minutes by car | Free thermal pools, an Ottoman bridge, canyon walks |
| Nemërçkë | Walks start 1 to 15 km from town | The Sopot waterfall, Leusë church, Papingu peak |
| Hotova–Dangëlli National Park | A few km north-east as the crow flies; roads are longer | Macedonian fir forest, wildlife, walking |
| Frashër | About 35 to 40 km by road | The Frashëri brothers, a Bektashi tekke |
New to the area? Read things to do in Përmet and the three itineraries.
Visiting the Përmet area: questions and answers
Which place should I visit first in the Përmet area?
Start with the Benja thermal baths and the Langarica Canyon, which are the closest, about 13 to 14 km from Përmet, and add a rafting trip on the Vjosa between April and October.
How far apart are the places around Përmet?
The thermal baths are about 20 to 25 minutes from town, the Sopot waterfall trailhead is about 15 km away, and Frashër is 35 to 40 km by road on a route that is rough in places.
Can I visit the destinations without a car?
You can reach the town, Leusë and organised trips such as rafting and many guided hikes without a car. A car or transfer helps for Benja, trailheads, Frashër and the Hotova–Dangëlli forest.
How many days do I need for the Përmet area?
One to two days cover the highlights, and two to three days leave time for hiking, Frashër and the fir forest.