Thethi, eternal love of tourists and hikers

Thethi, eternal love of tourists and hikers

Thethi, eternal love of tourists and of hikers.

Italian journalist and writer, Indro Mantovanelli in the book “Albania one and a thousand write, “O migrant who goes to FC, Do not stop there but continue on up and only then will you understand what Shkodra is”.

It takes weeks to climb the most beautiful peaks of Theth, because they are so excellent and so many. The peaks of the mountains are always covered in snow and sunshine, which is always welcoming and decorates Theth’s stunning valley. It is one of the most favored areas by foreign tourists in Albania, but also by Albanians themselves. The Alps of Theth, Albania are increasingly visited by foreign tourists. In addition to our beautiful coastline, there are mountainous landscapes such as Thethi, Razma, Valbona, Rragami, Lura, etc., They always lure and attract more visitors from many different countries. Thus, Theth, with its stunning natural beauty and healthy climate and curative properties, is not only visited by local tourists, but also by many foreigners. Many of the latter in transit from Theth Rragam, Valbona, or come from Valbona and the other territories, but always spend time in Thethi.

Thethi – Balkans Peace Park Project (BPPP)

The BPPP aims to facilitate the creation of a trans-national, cross border park in the adjourning mountains of Kosova, Montenegro, and northern Albanian as a symbol of peace and cooperation. Its aims are to promote environmental conservation, stimulate local employment, and promote sustainable visitor activities in the region.

Antonia Young, a British citizen and President of The BPPP and Walter Todd, an American citizen, are two people to thank for this project. These two foreign nationals have taken an interest in the nature and values of the village, the culture, and the cultural and architectural values of the houses in Theth more than any ministers of Culture and Tourism of Albania since 1990. They have arranged for the children of Theth to learn English through summer school that is organized every year in Theth. Through these projects, the residents are represented in domestic and global tourism. Antonia Young has visited Thethi, spending the whole of the month of July here in 2005. There she visited every family to explain the tourist opportunities to them. There are many organized tourist guides and university students studying nature. Todd has been to Theth as representative of the Peace Park Project. In the first year, Theth Summer School has run some significant projects. He has led and invested in, with the support of foreign donors, the construction of the bridge over the Grunasit canyon, and the wooden roof of Kolajve mill. Todd has led the project during the year in Theth and has visited all the families of the village. A big help has been given to the workers and residents of Theti. Residents have done their utmost to keep to the conditions that have been. Edith Durham, said: Life in Theth was beautiful. I forgot everything for the rest of the world *.

German technical assistance program (GTZ) in Theth.

Since 1988 there has been development cooperation between Germany and Albania moving toward EU integration. The focus of the work is on sustainable economic development and water supply. The GTZ water project advises on improving conditions for a safe drinking water supply and sustainable wastewater disposal.

In Theth the GTZ has provided funds for the first homes to be capable of receiving family tourists. Nature and water in that area are well known for their curative properties with regards to health since 1915 with analysis performed by the Austrians. GTZ has supported tourism giving some families a lot of money since 2000. This, in turn, has created the opportunity for families to have better facilities to host foreigners in their homes. GTZ’s support is made in light of its projects to strengthen the private sector in Albania.

GTZ has been supporting private sector tourism throughout Albania to organize a national association. The Albanian Association of Tourism has been operating since 2008, in Albania and includes three main sectors, hotels, travel agencies, and restaurants, which are the basis of the tourism business.

Albanian Alps that captivate the foreigners.

High mountains surround Theth and rugged alps, sheep paths, the tip of Radohimës, Sheniku, Papluku, Maya and Alice, the peaks of Jezercës, the tip of Arapi, Maja Black, Maja Zorgjit, hidden in their interior numerous dealings with climbers, botanists, geologist and those more sympathetic to the Alps, on these this area leaves an indelible impression. All these are described for years by the top Albanians and foreign climbers. Lots of things have been written about Thethi, Georg Heinshemer, a great alpinist wrote, comparing with it with the Tyrol. “If you go to Thethi you could write a book about its beauty. The water, air and nature these are the stories”.

Famous caves and beautiful waterfalls.

There is a miracle that is called the Grunas waterfalls of which are about 25-30 meters high. They are so beautiful, the mouth of the canyon of Grunas is about 2 km long and 60 meters deep and 4 meters wide. There are many famous caves like the “Bira e rrathve” (round holes) and the “Arapi” with lakes and an underground gallery of giant stone. Thethi has 12 small mills and a plant which furnishes Theth with electricity. In Theth there are about 80 permanent water sources. In August Theth was visited by more than 8,000 foreign tourists, and they all visited the canyons, waterfalls, museums, and caves that Theth has.

There are over 130 species of medicinal plants and about 50 plants that can be used for food coloring. The most common tree in the area is the beech, which covers almost 90% of the surface of the park.

Theth has problems and requirements.

There is some evidence of essential problems that hamper the development of tourism and family hotel in Theth. Investment in the infrastructure is needed in particular the following areas;

The Roads

A remote road services Theth since 1936. The street was designed by Ing. Spiro Koleka and is supported by the government and the citizens of Shkodra from time to time. Since that year this remote area had kept the same track and without any intervention to improve it. It has taken several years for the road to be paved with asphalt in the village Dedaj. It has taken five years for it in the town of Boge. It is unknown how many years it will take in Theth. Every year residents of the area and tourists who want to visit Theth expect the road to be paved with asphalt.

Energy/Electricity.

Thethi has had electricity since 1966, through the plant that is supplied by the river that crosses the central village. Since 1990 Albania has had worsening problems with electricity supplies. One of the obstacles and major problems with electricity in Theth is the national energy system. In Theth there has not been any investment in the power grid. It is not equipped with meters like any other country in Albania. The energy in Theth does not exceed 150 KW, the fact that hampers investment in the tourist area that is so necessary for the families. Contacts with leaders of KESH have made it clear that this power plant is privatized and we can not make any investment.

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* Concern Balkans. Edith Durham.

Wednesday date 10 February 2010

Bujtina Zici – Theth

Bujtina Zici – Theth

Theth Albania

Bujtina Zici

The House of Petrit Zici is located in center of the mountain village of Theth. It is a characteristic two floor house, with six rooms, built with stones and it has a wooden roof. The floors and ceilings are made by woods. It began its activity as a host home in 2018.

Booking & Contakt

Petrit Zici

Lagja Ulaj, Theth

+355 69 674 7478

Room Rates Starting From €35 per night

The house offers accommodation, laundry service, biological and traditional food, camping ,sports activities, traditional games, friendship and a very nice view of the village.It also provides accompaniment for visiting all the attractions of the village.We do not simply business, we share with you our history, our tradition, our life and emotions, and we are really proud for doing it.

General Data

Te guest house is a two floors house + loft (two rooms),
it has a capacity of six rooms,
four bathrooms,
eighteen beds,
everything is made by woods and stones in traditional style.

Drinks

Fruit juices prepared with the fruits of the forest (cornel, strawberry, blackberry)
Mountain tea, coffee
raki (brandy) made of plum, grape etc.
and of course, wine.

Cuisine

Characteristic plates of fresh vegetables (string beans, paprika, eggplants, carrots, pumpkins, tomatoes, potatoes, peas, etc.)
Fresh butter, cheese, eggs and milk
Piglet, calf and lamb meat
Honey produced by the bees of the village
Different kinds of jam (strawberry, blackberry, plum, raspberry)

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Free toiletries

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Carpeted

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Hardwood/Parquet

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Standart rates in Alps

Average €35/night

No matter if you want to visit and stay in Theth, Valbone, Komani Lake, Shala River, Lepushe or Curraj we can find an accommodation for you.

Call now for the best offer

English Speaking Phone
00355 69 60 15 771

Send us an email with your details
Reserverations email
info@thethi-guide.com

Bujtina Zici Theth Location

Guesthouse Villa Gurra – Theth

Guesthouse Villa Gurra – Theth

Theth Albania

Guesthouse Villa Gurra

Gurra Hotel is nestled at the entrance of Theth. This hotel has 10 years of its exploration and its well-known for the big focus of local and foreign tourists. The hotel is managed by a young couple, who are owners, and they do this work with a lot of satisfaction.

Booking & Contact

Center Theth

Phone: +355 69 44 20 043

Room Rates Starting From €35 per night

To talk about geography hotel is nestled 16 km far from the peak of Thore and surrounded by the beauty of Arapi, Jezerca, Danella, and Peja mountains. This hotel is building totally of wooden and stone, which is typical for this region. It has 13 rooms. The first floor has a Restaurant made by the stone which offers high-quality foods, which are prepared by first-rate cookers. Also, we organized evening parties at the weekend with traditional northern music. But these evenings are also companies with fireplace in the behind area of the hotel. On the second floor, there are six rooms: 2 -double bedrooms and four triple rooms. On the third floor are five rooms: 1 double room and three family rooms and for friends group. While in the last one are placed just two family rooms. Every room has a bathroom. It also has three large terraces. The prices are responsible and depends on the season. In the summer prices go from 25-50 euro, while in other season are cheaper, from 20-40 euro. But also we can’t forget to talk to the front of the hotel which is equipped with seven tables, where you can enjoy and taste the food in front of the Shala River, which is just some steps away from the hotel. So if you want to have an unforgettable full holiday here is the best option.

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Standart rates in Alps

Average €35/night

No matter if you want to visit and stay in Theth, Valbone, Komani Lake, Shala River, Lepushe or Curraj we can find an accommodation for you.

Call now for the best offer

English Speaking Phone
00355 69 60 15 771

Send us an email with your details
Reserverations email
info@thethi-guide.com

Guesthouse Villa Gurra Theth Location

Villa Gjeçaj Theth

Villa Gjeçaj Theth

Theth Albania

Villa Gjeçaj

Villa Gjeçaj is a gem located in the heart of Thethi National Park, famous for its beauty, only 250 meters from the village center. It is not like in the Swiss Alps but modestly said it’s the best accommodation in all Thethi Valley.

Booking & Contact

Email:      info@villagjecaj.com

Website:  https://villagjecaj.com

Room Rates Starting From €35 per night

Among the peace and tranquility of the surroundings, the fresh air and pristine beauty where nature reveals its stunning beauty, you have the chance to enjoy a traditional kitchen with homemade food, cooked by the Lady of the House, Mrs. Lula Gjeçaj. Villa Gjeçaj architecture prevails, with respect to the traditional building, bringing the best of stone and wood carving, crafts characteristics of the Shala region. Thank that traditional craftsman Villa Gjeçaj elegantly combines the old techniques with modern style, all can be seen on the details in each rooms’ design, on the restaurant area and the exterior walls, doors, and windows of the Villa. The complex is made out of two buildings, the Guesthouse which preserves Gjeçaj’s family experience of changes for over ninety years and the Residence built-in 2013, always based on the traditional building that Shala region righteously takes pride on.

The Tower & the Residence

The traditional stone building was constructed in 1922 with wood floors and ceilings, fireplace and family’s kitchen. Since 2007 it is slowly transformed into a guesthouse for tourists, with minor and big reconstructions, always maintaining the traditional while adding comfort and raising standards for better and more efficient service accommodating the guests. Right now is composed of 15 bedrooms, with a total capacity of 33 guests. The old guesthouse did undergo a new reconstructed from 2016 and now all rooms have the same standard and comfort. Each room has the bathroom inside, white linen, lamp, liquid soap and bedroom slippers. All rooms are combined with a mix of traditional and modern style which came as a response to the demands of our customers for rooms with high standards but at the same time wanted to experience the uniqueness of an Albanian household atmosphere, its authentic flavor. The Residence is the other building which is composed of five rooms. Three of those rooms have balconies, overlooking the fantastic view of the entire Thethi’s Valley. The Residence also has a double room, a triple or a family room with balcony, bathrooms and showers included.

The common areas

The restaurant area is placed on the first floor of the Guesthouse, with an area of 55 square meters, newly refurbished with a new modern design to give it lighter and a welcoming atmosphere, with a fireplace at both ends and seating capacity of 36 – 44 people. Besides that, there is the outside area with eight dining tables where people can enjoy a meal at every time. The kitchen offers a daily fixed menu but flexible to guests’ requests, with a self-service breakfast, lunch box offer and snacks or full meal at almost every time of the day. Children menu and vegetarian-friendly menu upon request. In our peaceful garden people can enjoy a family stays with children playing in the front yard or backyard, some others just relaxing reading a book amidst the natural tranquility and the river of Shala sounds coming from the inflow.

Outside there is the barbecue area, ready to cook grilled meat or vegetables, and the fire oven where we prepare most of the main dishes from our traditional cooking like the Albanian pie or mamma’s cake. Parking is never a problem, spacious parking, free and safe parking is at our entrance that can take more than 15 cars. For those interested in knowing what the Albanian countryside life is, our garden, greenhouse, and cows hut offers a great experience. Those who want to show their children the animals like the cows, the pig, the chicken or the guarding dog By next year, for 2018, we will add the playground space for children.

Rooms at villa gjecaj theth

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Free toiletries

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Carpeted

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Hardwood/Parquet

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Standart rates in Alps

Average €35/night

No matter if you want to visit and stay in Theth, Valbone, Komani Lake, Shala River, Lepushe or Curraj we can find an accommodation for you.

Call now for the best offer

English Speaking Phone
00355 69 60 15 771

Send us an email with your details

Reserverations email
info@thethi-guide.com

Villa Gjecaj Theth Location

Guesthouse Arben Marashi – Theth

Guesthouse Arben Marashi – Theth

Theth Albania

Guesthouse Arben Marashi

We are in the centre of Theth village, next to the clear flowing Shala river. The Guesthouse is simply furnished in the traditional Albanian style.
There are 4 bedrooms with 3 beds, and 2 bathrooms. We also have satellite TV There is ample parking and plenty of space for camping

Booking & Contact

Phone : +355 69 977 2207
Email: klaudia.marashi@yahoo.com

Room Rates Starting From €35 per night

We would love to show you round the area, we can take you to the Blue Eyed Pool, to the Canyon, to the Waterfall, and show you round the village, including the Kula lock-in tower, the Church and the village centre. We can offer you three meals a day, all prepared using fresh ingredients from the area

Please contact us at the address below, or call us anytime. We speak good English, Italian and of course Albanian!

Shower

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Free toiletries

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toilet

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Bathroom

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Carpeted

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Hardwood/Parquet

Room Facilities
Standart rates in Alps

Average €35/night

No matter if you want to visit and stay in Theth, Valbone, Komani Lake, Shala River, Lepushe or Curraj we can find an accommodation for you.

Call now for the best offer

English Speaking Phone
00355 69 60 15 771

Send us an email with your details
Reserverations email
info@thethi-guide.com

Guesthouse Marashi Theth Location