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The World’s 100 Best Waterfalls

Peshtura Waterfall

Progonat, Albania

  1. THE WORLD’S BEST WATERFALLS WORTH A JOURNEY · 2026 ✦ ✦ N° 50 2026
Peshtura Waterfall

A tiered waterfall drops over a rocky cliff into a river gorge, framed by green slopes and canyon walls. Visitors park on the road, climb over the guardrail, and descend steep red-arrow paths for about 15 to 25 minutes.

Highlights

  • Three tiers with a lagoon
  • Pool for swimming below
  • Steep canyon walls

Good to know

  • Free entry, no tickets required
  • Loose rocks, so wear sturdy shoes, not sandals
  • Most water in spring and early summer

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