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The approach to Bovilla Lake features a large dam holding back a turquoise reservoir. Visitors can take photos from the shore and stop at the trailside restaurant.
Bovilla Lake supplies the majority of Tirana's drinking water. Because it is an active water source, swimming is strictly forbidden by law. You can explore the shoreline near the dam for excellent photos of the water.
Parking and general access to this lower area are free. A restaurant sits partway up the hiking trail, providing an ideal rest stop before you climb Mount Gamti.
15 minsPhoto spotNo swimming
The massive dam holds back the turquoise reservoir and offers a great vantage point for initial photos. It is an active drinking water supply for Tirana. Swimming in the lake is strictly forbidden by law. Enjoy the views from the shore and do not enter the water.
45 minsHalfway up trail
This restaurant sits about halfway up the viewpoint trail. It serves traditional Albanian food and drinks. You can use the restroom here and grab a quick coffee. It is a smart place to rest before tackling the steep metal stairs to the summit.
