The route, step by step
2 km · ↑ 700 m
Start · Krujë town centreBack at the start
- Cave
- Viewpoint
- Castle
Highlights
- A steep climb to a 13th-century shrine dedicated to Sari Salltik, an Alevi Turkish dervish
- A hexagonal shrine and tomb inside a mountain cave
- Views across Krujë, Tirana, Durrës and the Adriatic
- Said to be the route Skanderbeg used to supply Krujë Castle
Before you go
- Extremely steep and stony, with a 45–50 degree incline and no railings
- Some sections narrow to half a metre on exposed ground; solid footwear is essential
- No entrance fee; allow about 1.5 hours up and 30 minutes down
- Avoid autumn and winter storms
With Tour Alb
Our driver drops you in Krujë and waits; there is no vehicle access up this climb.
Nearby trails
hardQafshtamë · hikeQafshtamë National Park, Maja e Liqenit Peak
Maja e Liqenit
2 km↑ 500 m1–1.5 h
One of Albania's higher summits reached in a short but steep climb, with views stretching from the coast to the mountains of central Albania.
Best: May to September
easyKrujë · heritage walkKrujë Castle & Old Bazaar Walk
Kalaja e Krujës
1 km1–2 h
One of Albania's most important castles, set above a bazaar that has traded for centuries, and a gateway to the Skanderbeg story.
Best: April to October
Questions
- How long does the Sari Salltik Tekke Trail take?
- About 1.5–2.5 h for 2 km round trip.
- How hard is the Sari Salltik Tekke Trail?
- Hard, with about 700 m of climbing.
- When is the best time to visit Sari Salltik Tekke Trail?
- April to October
- How do I get to Sari Salltik Tekke Trail?
- Our driver drops you in Krujë and waits; there is no vehicle access up this climb. The walk starts at Krujë town centre.
Sources
Compiled from these public sources. Conditions change: check locally before you set off.
