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Explore the mapped boundaries and natural context of Albania's 13 nationally significant protected areas.

Albania National Parks: Discover Protected Landscapes and Country Geography

Albania features a network of nationally recognized National Parks, serving as key protected areas for landscape conservation and biodiversity. This atlas view details these significant natural spaces, offering a geographic context for each park within the Balkan Peninsula. Use this resource to understand the distribution and mapped boundaries of Albania's protected landscapes, providing a foundation for exploring the country's diverse natural heritage.

Albania National Parks: Discover Protected Landscapes and Country Geography

Review the key geographic regions and diverse ecosystems covered by Albania's national park network.

National Parks of Albania: A Comprehensive Guide to Protected Natural Areas

Browse Albania's national parks, a collection of nationally significant protected areas that conserve the country's diverse landscapes from the Albanian Alps to the Ionian Sea. This country-specific atlas view offers crucial geographic context for Albania's primary conservation efforts, highlighting key protected landscapes across its varied terrain.

National park
Mapped parks13
Share of country parks45%
Largest mapped parkAlps of Albania National Park828.447 km²
Oldest mapped parkDajti Mountain National Park1,966
Parks in this designationMap Albania's protected national park geography, ranging from coastal marine zones to rugged mountain wilderness.10 / 13
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Albania National Parks: Explore the Country's Protected Landscapes and Geography

Browse a detailed list of Albania's national parks, featuring protected landscapes from the Ionian Sea coast to dense mountain forests and glacial lakes. This geographic overview allows users to compare different park characteristics and understand their distribution within Albania's diverse natural terrain.

National parkGjirokastër CountyMountain

Vjosa Wild River National Park

Mapping dynamic canyons and vital river ecosystems in Gjirokastër County.

Vjosa Wild River National Park is recognized as Europe's first Wild River National Park, a groundbreaking designation protecting an entire river system from source to sea. This protected area in Gjirokastër County preserves remarkable topography, including dramatic canyons, natural rapids, and meandering islands, all shaped by the free flow of the Vjosa River and its tributaries. Explore the mapped boundaries and unique landscape context of this significant biodiversity hotspot, offering a crucial case study for river conservation and atlas discovery.

127.27 km²2023MediterraneanAccess unknown
National parkVlorë County

Butrint National Park

Explore its unique geography and protected park boundaries.

Butrint National Park presents a singular opportunity for geographic and protected-area discovery, showcasing an unparalleled fusion of ancient history and ecological richness. Located in Albania's Vlorë County, this national park encompasses Lake Butrint, coastal lagoons, and vital wetland habitats, recognized internationally for their biodiversity. Through MoriAtlas, users can explore the mapped extent of this unique landscape, understand its role within regional geography, and uncover the interplay between its preserved archaeological sites and the surrounding Mediterranean environment.

94.244 km²2000MediterraneanEasy access
National parkAlbaniaMountain

Alps of Albania National Park

Dramatic karst, glacial valleys, and high-altitude ecosystems await.

The Alps of Albania National Park offers an expansive view into one of the Balkans' most significant mountain protected areas. This national park encompasses a spectacular landscape characterized by towering limestone peaks, deep glacial valleys carved over millennia, and intricate karst formations like Grunas Canyon. Its pristine wilderness protects diverse high-altitude ecosystems and unique geological features, serving as a key destination for understanding regional geography and protected landscapes.

828.447 km²2022TemperateRemote access
National parkAlbania

Divjakë-Karavasta National Park

Mapping Albania's largest Mediterranean lagoon and its vital bird sanctuaries.

Divjakë-Karavasta National Park is a key protected coastal wetland in western Albania, centered around Karavasta Lagoon, one of the largest in the Mediterranean. This Ramsar site provides critical habitats for numerous bird species, including a globally significant population of the endangered Dalmatian pelican, making it a premier destination for understanding regional wetland geography and protected area dynamics.

222.3 km²2007MediterraneanAccess unknown
National parkVlorë CountyMountain

Llogara National Park

Explore Albania's rugged national park geography and mapped terrain.

Llogara National Park stands as a vital protected area within Vlorë County, Albania, renowned for its spectacular Ceraunian Mountain topography. This page provides access to detailed geographic information, highlighting the park's unique landscape characteristics, from alpine peaks to coastal vistas. Discover the mapped extent of this national park and its significance within the regional geography, perfect for structured atlas exploration.

17.69 km²1966MediterraneanModerate access
National parkGjirokastër CountyMountain

Fir of Hotovë-Dangëlli National Park

Explore a premier protected landscape in Gjirokastër County, Albania.

Fir of Hotovë-Dangëlli National Park stands as a monumental protected area, celebrated for its exceptional old-growth Hotova Fir forests, which are a rare Mediterranean plant relic. This national park in Gjirokastër County offers a detailed look at a vast mountainous terrain, featuring dramatic canyons like Lengarica Canyon, and serving as a critical habitat for diverse wildlife. MoriAtlas provides structured geographic context for this significant landscape, highlighting its mapped boundaries and role as a key component of regional protected area networks.

360.038 km²2008MediterraneanRemote access
National parkKorçë CountyMountain

Prespa National Park

Explore the geography and mapped boundaries of this vital national park.

Prespa National Park, located in Korçë County, Albania, is a protected area characterized by its significant high-altitude tectonic lakes, dramatic mountain landscapes, and vital wetland habitats. This entry provides a structured atlas-style overview of the park's geographic identity, its protected landscape features, and its ecological importance, serving as a key point of reference for understanding this unique Balkan region.

276.131 km²1999MediterraneanII
National parkAlbaniaMountain

Dajti Mountain National Park

Explore the mapped terrain and diverse ecosystems of this significant national park.

Dajti Mountain National Park is a prime example of a protected mountain landscape central to Albania's geography. Situated near Tirana, its rugged karst topography, steep limestone ridges, and varied elevation create distinct ecological zones. This atlas-focused entry details the park's terrain, notable geological features like Pellumbas Cave, and its role as a significant protected area offering rich mapped landscape context.

293.84 km²1966IIMinor water
National parkAlbaniaMarine

Karaburun-Sazan Marine Park

Explore Albania's protected coastline and marine geography.

Karaburun-Sazan Marine Park, Albania's sole national park, offers a profound exploration of a unique protected landscape. This marine protected area combines the rugged Karaburun Peninsula, characterized by high limestone cliffs, with Sazan Island, Albania's largest island, known for its distinct geology and subtropical climate. The park's waters are critical habitats for endangered species, making it a significant site for marine biodiversity and regional geographic study. Discover the mapped boundaries and ecological context of this vital protected area.

124.377 km²2010MediterraneanII
National parkDibër CountyMountain

Lurë-Dejë Mountain National Park

Dibër County's alpine protected area with unique glacial lakes.

Delve into the detailed geographic context and mapped protected area of Lurë-Dejë Mountain National Park, an essential natural landscape in Albania's Dibër County. This park is renowned for its rare chain of twelve glacial lakes, situated at high elevations amidst dramatic alpine terrain. Its protected status ensures the preservation of significant old-growth forest ecosystems, including the critically endangered Balkan pine, contributing to its recognition as an Important Bird and Plant Area. Explore the park's distinctive terrain, from its soaring mountain peaks to its unique alpine meadows, all within a comprehensive geographic atlas framework.

202.42 km²1966IIMinor water
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Albania's National Park Designations: Tracing the Nation's Protected Landscapes

Browse Albania's National Parks, the country's primary and most recognized protected areas, to understand their critical role in conservation. This comprehensive geographic overview details the specific locations and characteristics that define Albania's natural heritage and conservation priorities.

Regional conservation sites and habitat protection mapping.

Nature reserve

24%

Trace the map of protected nature reserves throughout Albania. This focused atlas entry helps identify conservation areas that prioritize habitat preservation, from mountain landscapes to river floodplains and wetland ecosystems, across the Balkan Peninsula.

Share of country parks24%
7Mapped parksAlbania Nature Reserves Atlas
Albania Nature Reserves Atlas

Regional landscape conservation and scenic heritage

Protected landscape

17%

Browse the geographic distribution of protected landscapes across Albania. These zones represent a unique intersection of natural beauty and cultural stewardship, spanning coastal lagoons, river corridors, and high mountain ranges within the Balkan Peninsula.

Share of country parks17%
5Mapped parksAlbania Protected Landscapes
Albania Protected Landscapes

Mapping regional protected lands and sites across Albania.

Protected area

10%

Explore the geographic distribution of protected areas in Albania through a specialized atlas. This index provides essential mapping and classification for conservation sites that form the foundation of the country's diverse natural heritage and protected land network.

Share of country parks10%
3Mapped parksExplore Protected Areas in Albania
Explore Protected Areas in Albania

Atlas of distinctive Albanian natural features

Natural monument

3%

Investigate the registry of natural monuments in Albania, focusing on protected landmarks and geological sites of high significance. Gain insights into these compact areas that stand out for their scenery and ecological character, providing a focused view of Albania's protected geography.

Share of country parks3%
1Mapped parkAlbania Natural Monuments
Albania Natural Monuments
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Deepen your understanding of Albania's natural heritage by exploring its national parks and protected areas in detail. Use this browseable atlas to compare park distributions, examine mapped terrain, and gain comprehensive geographic context for the Balkan Peninsula's conservation efforts. Discover the unique character of each protected landscape across Albania's diverse regions.