A dangerous cliff road to Qafe e Malit Shoshi
Qafe e Malit Shoshit is a high mountain pass at an elevation of 1,213m (3,979ft) above sea level, located in Shkodër County, Albania.
Is Qafe e Malit Shoshit unpaved?
Set high in the northwestern part of the country, within the Maranai Park, the road through the pass is mostly unpaved. A 4x4 vehicle is required due to its roughness. The drive features narrow parts, steep sections, and dangerous drop-offs. Along the way, you’ll need to cross two rivers: Kiri and Lumi i Shales, using several bridges in very poor condition.
How long is the road through Qafe e Malit Shoshit?
The road is 65.8 km (40.88 miles) long, running south-north from Shkodër to Theth. Near the summit, there’s a bar restaurant known as Mali i Shoshit.
Pic: Dennis Jakupovic