Metal stairs up Gamti mountain – View Through the Valley loop from Tërkuzë

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Metal stairs up Gamti mountain – View Through the Valley loop from Tërkuzë

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hikers

Metal stairs up Gamti mountain – View Through the Valley loop from Tërkuzë

00:44

1.94km

130m

Hiking

Easy hike. Great for any fitness level. Easily-accessible paths. Suitable for all skill levels.

Last updated: October 14, 2026

Tips

Your route passes through a protected area

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Parku Kombëtar Mali i Dajtit

Waypoints

Start point

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78 m

View of Lake in Dajti Mountain National Park

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116 m

Road to the restaurant

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Before the start of the hike and the not to be missed restaurant, turn left. Another 600 m.

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559 m

Goats of Dajti Mountain National Park

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Unfortunately no goats anywhere 🤬

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694 m

Metal stairs up Gamti mountain

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The last few meters to the Balcony of Bovilla viewpoint are via a set of metal stairs anchored directly into the rock face. It is a short but steep passage, technically simple but physically demanding due to the gradient.

If you have a fear of heights, you can enjoy a similar panorama from the bottom, but those who take the stairs stand on a steel viewing deck that hangs spectacularly over the canyon.

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905 m

View Through the Valley

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945 m

Viewpoint over Lake Bovilla (balcony)

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From the steel balcony atop Mount Gamti, you have a spectacular view over the turquoise Bovilla Lake, the steep karst walls, and the deep canyon below. The platform literally hangs over the abyss, making the panorama extra impressive. The metal staircase forms the last short climb; at the top, an open, airy spot awaits with a clear view of the entire reservoir.
Access is free, and the balcony is the iconic endpoint of the short hike from the Bovilla restaurant.

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962 m

View of Bovilla Lake

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Root for the balcony that gives the ultimate view.

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1.84 km

Roadside parking

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There is a parking lot for about 20 cars at the very top of the Bovilla Lake Balcony restaurant. However, most people just park along the (gravel) road here. From here, it's a 15-minute walk to the restaurant/starting point. Be careful, as the road is bad with deep potholes and loose stones.

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1.94 km

End point

Way Types & Surfaces

Way Types

1.34 km

396 m

207 m

Surfaces

1.17 km

604 m