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Town and municipality in Kosovo
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Rahovec (also known as Orahovac in Serbian) is a town and municipality located in the southwestern part of Kosovo, in the District of Gjakova. It’s known for its rich cultural heritage, diverse population, and especially for being a prominent wine-producing region.
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Clock Tower
A significant historical and cultural landmark in southwestern Kosovo. Constructed in 1791 by Mahmud Pasha, the tower is 25 m tall, the tallest and oldest monument in the city.
Tekke of Mulla Mala
Built in the end of 19th century.
Hoça e Madhe
Protected village and Serb Orthodox Church offering several cultural monuments and local wines.
Manstiri i Zoçishtes
Serb Orthodox Church Monastery offering local wine.
Shkodran Peak
A site of historical significance, named in honor of Arian Brahimi, a volunteer who fell during the 1999 conflict. The area is accessible by bike, with dedicated cycling paths leading to the memorial complex.
Zatriq consists of the upper town at the very top, around which down town was spread, with a shape that resembles a sharp tooth or beak, with southern and eastern sides protected by isolated and sharp rocks that, in some places, reach up to 50 m. On its north side, there is a natural plateau, on which research discovered ceramics and brick remains were discovered, contours of four-squared and polygonal facilities, and the basis of towers and ramps, which were connected the lower town to upper town.
Muzeu i Masakrës së Krushës së Madhe
The Krusha e Madhe Memorial Complex comprises the graves of those who were massacred, memorial plaques dedicated to the forcibly disappeared, and a museum that preserves the memory of the victims of the Krusha e Madhe Massacre of 25–27 March 1999. It is considered one of the most significant memorials of the 1999 Kosovo War, telling the stories of the victims through their personal belongings.
Old Wine Cellar
Vineyards and wine.
vineyards and wine.
Kosovo Tourist Guides Association
Hiking can be done on your own. If you however wish to engage a local guide, GuideKS is the umbrella organization of tourist guides in Kosovo. They will put you in touch with a local guide suitable for your activity.
Wine tasting with mezze.
wineyards and winetastinɡ
Winery and winetasting.
The Hardh Fest stands as a cornerstone event in Rahovec, celebrating the region’s rich grape-growing heritage and its products. Held the first weekend of September, it positions itself as a key tourist attraction on Kosovo’s harvest map and beyond. Originating in 2001 and gaining national recognition over time, the festival provides a platform for local farmers, vineyard owners, wine producers, artists, youth, and the community to actively engage in social and cultural life. The festival marks the beginning of the grape harvest season, celebrating the culmination of the hard work of seasoned vineyard workers. The festivities, including shows, exhibitions, and cultural events, create a vibrant atmosphere, attracting numerous tourists each year. The Hardh Fest offers visitors a memorable experience, from the warm hospitality to the picturesque Hardh Camp with its stunning vineyard views, promoting grape products, environmental awareness, and local culture and arts. Additionally, the festival’s opening, highlighted by the symbolic cutting of the first grape bunch, officially inaugurates the harvest season, setting the tone for a weekend filled with joyous celebrations and cultural showcases in Rahovec.
a festival taking place for 3 days each August in the village Krusha e Madhe, Municipality of Rahovec. The program contains concerts, selling of fruits and vegetables, games (tractor, rope pulling competition, catching fish by hands) etc. Agrofesta plays an important role in promoting agricultural identity and supporting the local economy.
The restaurant is located on the Rahovec–Malishevë road at an altitude of 500 meters above sea level. Traditional menu, family restaurant.
Local traditional food including qebapa, pite, flija.
Fish and local food restaurant.
Mountain restaurant amidst the impressive nature of Hamoc
Kooperativa Bujqësore Krusha
One of the 5 five agricultural cooperatives in Krusha e Madhe, offering pepper and cucumber products. Opening this cooperative was a difficult journey for the women of Krusha e Madhe, many of them war widows led by Mrs. Fahrije Hoti. She started producing these products with some of her family members. From 2006 to 2010, these women each worked in their own homes and sold in various fairs. Now they export to six European countries and the US. There are about 50 workers and about 43 products, including ajvar and pickles.
find the freshest local products. Offers vegetables, fruits, ajvar, pickles, and honey, prepared with care and love by the residents of Krusha e Madhe, especially by the working women of this village, known for their traditions and tireless work.
One of the best places to eat chicken. If you travel from Rahovec to Prizren by bus, you can stop in the village of Fortesa, which is about 10 minutes away from Rahovec. Available for take-out.
A small nice bar, where you can drink different drinks.
Agritourism, somewhere among the magical vineyards of Rahovec.
By bus
Rahovec is well-connected by bus to major Kosovar cities.5 hours €4. Departures are from Pristina’s main bus station.
By plane
The nearest airport is Pristina International Airport (PRN), about 60 km northeast (50 minutes by car). From the airport, you can hire a taxi (around €50) or rent a car to reach Rahovec/Orahovac.
By train
Kosovo’s rail network is limited, and there is no train station in Rahovec. The nearest station is in Fushë Kosovë (near Pristina), requiring a bus or taxi transfer.
The town is walkable though built on hillsides. Hitchhiking or biking to destinations nearby is possible and agricultural tractors are common place in the region.
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