Llogara Pass
Drive time 45minA 1,027-meter mountain pass through Llogara National Park with panoramic views of the Ionian coast. Stop at the viewpoint and restaurant at the summit.
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Why rent a car in Vlorë?
Vlorë occupies a unique position on the Albanian coast where the Adriatic Sea meets the Ionian Sea. This makes it the perfect base for exploring both coastlines. To the south, the road climbs over the spectacular Llogara Pass before descending to the Albanian Riviera beaches of Dhermi, Himara, and eventually Sarandë. To the north, the flat coastal highway runs to Durrës and Tirana. Without a car, reaching the Riviera beaches south of Vlorë requires infrequent minibuses that stop running in the early afternoon.
Vlorë's rental market is competitive, with daily rates for compact cars ranging from 20-30 EUR in summer. The city has a growing number of local agencies, many of which offer one-way rentals — pick up in Vlorë, drop off in Sarandë or Tirana. Utana shows you all available options, their insurance coverage, and any one-way fees upfront.
Driving tips for Vlorë
Within Vlorë, driving is straightforward. The main waterfront boulevard (Lungomare) runs along the bay and is the central navigation reference point. Parking is plentiful and mostly free along side streets; the beachfront area has metered spots during summer. The newly built Vlorë bypass road makes it easy to skip through the city if you are heading south toward the Riviera.
The drive south from Vlorë over the Llogara Pass (1,027m elevation) is one of Albania's most dramatic roads. It is fully paved with guardrails, but features tight hairpin turns and steep gradients. Drive in a low gear on the descent, keep headlights on even in daytime (fog rolls in suddenly), and allow 45 minutes from Vlorë to the top. The reward is one of the most breathtaking coastal panoramas in the Mediterranean. Fuel up in Vlorë before heading over the pass — there are no gas stations until Dhermi or Himara.
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