View of the Black Drin River – View of Lake Debar loop from Struga

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Macedonia

Southwestern Region

View of the Black Drin River – View of Lake Debar loop from Struga

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View of the Black Drin River – View of Lake Debar loop from Struga

06:13

95.1km

1,310m

Cycling

Hard bike ride. Very good fitness required. Mostly paved surfaces. Suitable for all skill levels. The starting point of the route is accessible with public transport.

Last updated: September 10, 2026

Waypoints

Start point

Bus stop

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15.7 km

View of the River Between Green Hills

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19.0 km

Globočica Lake

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The reservoir near the village of Globočica (Albanian: Glloboçica) is located north of the city of Struga in southwestern North Macedonia. It was built in 1965 and covers an area …

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31.5 km

View of the Black Drin River

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Peaceful place, the road is not trafficked and there are many places to rest and descend to the river.

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35.6 km

View of Lake Debar

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Immersed in a sea of green, always great views of the reservoir, the route is a real treat

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47.7 km

View of Lake Debar

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It's not a lake Mavrovo as the title suggests. It's lake Debar

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81.1 km

Stone Fountain

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95.1 km

End point

Bus stop

Way Types & Surfaces

Way Types

90.6 km

4.48 km

188 m

Surfaces

90.6 km

3.46 km

1.21 km

Elevation

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Highest point (730 m)

Lowest point (580 m)

Weather

Monday 12 October

13°C

6°C

53 %

Additional weather tips

Max wind speed: 14.0 km/h

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Comments

June 1, 2026,De Debar a struga

Always beautiful landscapes in Macedonia. Encounter with a group of American women on an organized tour, then a Swiss man on a gravel bike.

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September 21, 2024,Von Debar nach Ohrid

After Debar it's a bit uphill. Then a long walk along a reservoir. Moderate gradients...slight ups and downs.

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September 3, 2025,Von Ohrid nach Debar

Yesterday we had a lovely celebration with Swen and Robert. We started late. It even rained a bit today. The garbage was really getting on my nerves today. And many Macedonians drive like they're stupid or reckless, or both. Great mountains and interesting weather.

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