Snowshoeing in the Rugova Mountains, Kosovo
A guided snowshoe hike in the Rugova mountains above Peja, with 4x4 transport, snowshoes, gaiters, poles and hot tea at a mountain chalet included.
The Rugova mountains above Peja are part of the Accursed Mountains, the range Kosovo shares with Albania and Montenegro. In winter the high pastures and pine forests disappear under snow, and a guided snowshoe hike is the easiest way up there.
You're picked up in Peja and driven by 4x4 for about 75 minutes up to Gropa e Madhe, high in the Prokletije. From there the guide leads around four hours of snowshoeing through snowy pine forest, with wide views over the peaks and a stop for hot tea or coffee at a mountain chalet. On the way back down there's a photo stop at a viewpoint over Rugova Canyon.
Groups are capped at seven. Snowshoes, gaiters, poles, the guide and the 4x4 transport are included. Meals, snacks and winter clothing are not. The minimum age is 9.
About 6 hours
Moderate, no experience needed
From €139
Winter, when there's snow (usually December to March)
9+
Small group, max 7
Peja (pickup)
4x4 transport, guide, snowshoes, gaiters, poles, hot tea or coffee
Who is it for?
Best for: Visitors to Peja and Pristina who want a real winter day in the mountains, and hikers who'd like to see the Accursed Mountains under snow.
Skip it if: You have heart problems or altitude sickness, or are travelling with children under 9. The operator lists these as not suitable.
How the day runs
Pickup in Peja.
A 75-minute 4x4 drive up to Gropa e Madhe.
Snowshoe and pole fitting, then about four hours of guided snowshoeing.
Hot tea or coffee at a mountain chalet.
A photo stop at the Rugova Canyon viewpoint, then the drive back to Peja.
Rugova snowshoeing questions
Ready to snowshoe in Rugova?
Book a guided snowshoe hike above Peja, with 4x4 transport, gear and hot tea included.
