Driving the wild 4x4 road to Qafe Barit in northern Albania

Qafë Barit is a mountain pass at an elevation of 968m (3,175ft) above sea level, located in Shkodër County, in Albania.

Qafë Barit

Is Qafe Barit unpaved?

Set high in the northern part of the country, the road to the summit is unpaved. It’s called SH43. Expect a narrow steep road in very bad conditions. 4x4 recommended.

How long is Qafe Barit?

The pass is 20.3km (12.61 miles) long, running north-south from Fushë-Arrëz to Kimëz.
Pic: Giorgos Kiassas

 

 

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