Velipoje beach – Albanian Telegraphic Agency.

PM Rama shares enchanting views from Velipoja beach as summer tourist season reaches its peak

Urim Shera — Tue, 22 Jul 2025 08:17:33 +0000

TIRANA, July 22 /ATA/ – Velipoja Beach, stretching over 14 kilometers, is growing as one of Albania’s most popular destinations for both domestic and international tourists this summer season.

Prime Minister Edi Rama took to the social media to share stunning images of the beach crowded with visitors, describing its landscape as “magical.”

The increase in public beaches and improved coastal management have contributed to a rise in the number of holidaymakers in Velipoja this year.

The images feature public beach spaces, recreational sports areas, and signage indicating designated spots for visitors. The scenic view captures the blue hues of the Adriatic Sea blending with the sky, clean healing sand, and people sunbathing or engaging in beachside activities.

The coastal town of Velipoja, known for its wide sandy shore and unspoiled nature, is increasingly becoming a favored destination for tourists. The government says the trend reflects broader efforts to enhance public beach access across Albania’s coastline.

More public beaches are now available to tourists compared to previous years. This summer, coastal municipalities have expanded free access areas and provided complimentary umbrellas for locals and international tourists alike. Informational signs have also been installed to help visitors navigate public beach zones.

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PM Rama shares images of Velipoje beach in north-west Albania

Urim Shera — Fri, 14 Jun 2024 20:34:08 +0000

TIRANA, June 14 /ATA/ – Velipoje, home to Albania’s longest and widest sandy beach, receives hundreds of thousands of domestic and foreign visitors each year.

Prime Minister Edi Rama shared Friday images showing the beach of Velipoje,

The 14-km long beach in Velipoje, northwestern region of Shkoder, is one of the most preferred destinations for beach-goers for the healing properties of its sand.

Famous for its pristine curative sand, warm breeze and its singularly picturesque panorama that interweaves the sea, sand, river, cliffs, forest, lagoon and rolling hills, Velipoje Beach is a breath of fresh air and a sight for sore eyes.

What attracts people to this beach more and more is not only its spectacular emerald sea and the freshest air around, but its iodine-rich sand. Boasting several healing properties, the sand truly rivals the sea at offering an unparalleled immersion into health and vitality.

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European Environment Agency rates Veliopoje beach of excellent quality

Urim Shera — Sun, 16 Jul 2023 15:10:18 +0000

TIRANA, July 16 /ATA/ – Velipoje coast has been again ranked among the coastal bathing water sites this year.

Citing an annual report European bathing water quality by the European Environment Agency, the Minister of State for the Protection of Entrepreneurship, Edona Bilali said Sunday that the Agency has rated Velipoje beach of excellent quality this year.

“Velipoje is one of the most popular and most visited tourist destinations. Its beach beautifully blends the sea, the sand, the lagoon and the forest like nowhere else,” Bilali said via the social media.

“Located 25 km from Shkoder, Velipoje offers holidaymakers to spend vacations on a beach with clear water, fine sand known for its healing properties,” Bilali added.

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