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Administrative unit in Lezhë, Albania
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Shëngjin is a growing beach town in Lezhë in Northwest Albania. It is well known for its Adriatic coastline and tourist accommodations. Shëngjin is quickly becoming one of the must see locations in Albania for day trippers or those looking for a relaxing getaway by the coast.
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This is an undeveloped stretch of coastline 6-km long just north of the city well known for its sand dunes and seascape near the mountain ridge. Entry to it is still a military area. You may take a hike or drive there.
Located just south of the city, this area is well known for its natural beauty and wildlife.
The surrounding mountain ridge provides great views to the sea as well as the city.
Hundred years old Catholic church.
Kenalla Lake
Liqeni i Kënallës is a lake in Albania, situated nearby to the localities Sakës and Skataj, close to Shëngjin - Lezhë road.
Shëngjin Port is a commercial port for northern Albania. Previously it also served as a marine base. Access is limited although you may get a glimpse from the road or the sides.
Shëngjin sits on the Adriatic coastline of Albania. This particular stretch of the beach stretches from Ulqin (Ulcinj) in Montenegro to Velipojë and Shëngjin in Albania. The waters are calm and warm with some winds and waves in the afternoon. Shëngjin is too crowded in the high season (later June to August). It is also a weekend destination for Lezhë locals and popular with Kosovo tourists. To avoid the crowds and for more calm, head south near the marshes.
Rana e Hedhun It is a protected natural beach that continues to grab the curiosity of visitors and vacationers as it seems as if the sand has started its journey towards the mountain. It is surrounded by forest and is the biggest attraction for anyone looking to experience a truly different vacation in a different environment. It is located 3 km from Shengjin and the road has picturesque mini beaches.
Unum Festival is an open-air electronic music festival at “Rana e Hedhun” beach. The festival aims to promote the idyllic Albanian Coastline and aims to encourage and stimulate the electronic music culture in the region, by offering a variety of activities under the sound of many respected artists. It is characterized by five simple elements of life; music, sand, pines, the sea and the mountains. The golden beach of Rana e Hedhun is the place where the festival hosts its international and local acts over the course of 5 days and 4 nights.
Situated in the city center, this restaurant offers fresh sea food caught by the owners boat.
Known for its Italian and European dishes, Rapsodia is one of the most frequented restaurants in the area. Rapsodia is located on the main road that links Shëngjin to the neighboring city Lezhë. Menus can be quite large and served plate after plate. In the summer, be prepared to fend off mosquitoes.
Ara is an ecological structure characterized by modesty and elegance. The Homemade Pasta is made using fresh eggs and olive oil, carefully selected from different villages in Lezhë. Additionally, it offers a variety of traditional cocktails, as well as special concoctions featuring Rakia, the beloved Albanian traditional drink.
Diella
It is located inside the protected area of Vain, the "Trëndafili Mistik" restaurant, better known as "Diella" holds the name of the charming lady who, together with her husband, opened the restaurant in 1995. It is popular with the locals because of their seafood and duck dishes.
Hotel Frojd is a restaurant and hotel where people eat, drink, and sleep.
If you are in Lezhë with family or friends and you like to have a relaxing lunch or dinner, stop by this restaurant and you will feel pleased in every aspect, mainly by the quality, service and in the end also the price is excellent comparing to other places in the area.
With a captivating ambiance and the presence of renowned Albanian and international artists, this club creates a truly spectacular atmosphere.
If you are looking for great food, service and amazing atmosphere this is the perfect place for you. While you are dining you also get to take a look at the amazing view of the beach in front of you.
Dine, chill and party all night in a cool and classy bar.
Set only a couple of minutes' drive from Skenderbeg, Rafaelo Resort Shengjin offers luxury accommodation with a swimming pool and a restaurant. Guests can get to the centre of Shengjin within a 5-minute walk, while Lezhe Castle is set 6 km away.
Mali i Shengjinit Mountain is less than 2.5 km away. Shengjin Beach is also located near the hotel.
This accommodation offers rooms with cable satellite TV, a multi-channel TV and a balcony. Guests can enjoy views of the sea. Nice touches to enhance your stay include a roll in shower, a walk-in shower and showers.
500 metres from Shëngjin Beach, Romantika features accommodation with a garden, free private parking and a terrace. Free WiFi and a 24-hour front desk are available.
The Hotel Adria offers guests the convenience of a kitchen equipped with a refrigerator. It is 11 km from Baq l and 4.6 km from Lezhë. The hotel is 200 meters from Shëngjin Beach and 1.3 km from Ylberi Beach.
Hotel Gjilan is in the centre of Shëngjin, near the Willson boulevard and near the beach. it offers a coffee bar and a kosovare meny.
Hotel President is just a few steps from a pebbly beach in Shengjin. It offers an on-site restaurant and a bar with a spacious terrace.
Hotel is 2 km from the centre.
By bus: In the summer months it is possible to take a bus between Shëngjin and neighboring city Lezhë. Buses routes between Shëngjin and Lezhë costs 50 lek and take approximately 15 minutes to ride.
Read in the guideMost visitors get around Shëngjin by walking along the make road or along the coastline. However, it is possible to take a bus, taxi, or furgon throughout the city.
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