Driving from Berat to Dhermi
Dhermi is the Riviera’s gem: blue water, pebble beaches, and a summer-long club scene. The final approach roads are part-gravel — read on for what to drive.
Why book a car in Berat for Dhermi
- Every operator is a verified Albanian business — not a foreign reseller.
- Pick up in Berat and drop off in Dhermi (confirm with the operator).
- Local 24/7 support in English, Italian and Albanian — no overseas hotline.
Arriving in Dhermi
Dhermi is the Riviera’s gem: blue water, pebble beaches, and a summer-long club scene. The final approach roads are part-gravel — read on for what to drive.
Drymades: gravel and 15% gradients
The last stretch down to Drymades beach isn’t paved and dips at about 15%. A sedan handles it, but avoid ultra-low-clearance cars.
Beach parking
The major beaches have paid lots (€3–5/day). Some beach clubs offer free parking if you spend on food and drinks.
Llogara on the way back
The return route to Vlora climbs 12 km up Llogara. Refuel in Dhermi before you start — there’s no station on the pass.
Other trips from Berat
To Vlora
Vlora is the largest city in southern Albania and the natural launchpad for the Albanian Riviera. The new bypass that opened in 2025 has dramatically reduced through-traffic in the city centre.
To Llogara Pass
Llogara isn’t just a destination — it’s the road. 1,027 m above the sea, climbing 12 km from Vlora and dropping 12 km to Palasë. 20+ switchbacks, the Corfu coast on the horizon.
To Pogradec
Pogradec sits on the Albanian shore of Lake Ohrid — one of Europe’s oldest lakes. The lake itself and Tushëmisht (a Byzantine monastery) are the headline attractions. The North Macedonia border is just 5 minutes away.
To Himara
Himara is the most beloved town on the Albanian Riviera: a Venetian castle, small pebble beaches, and seafood worth the drive. The approach from Vlora crosses Llogara (1,027 m) — a road that’s a destination in itself.
To Tirana
Tirana is Albania’s arrival hub: 800,000 residents, busy traffic, and a road network that’s being rebuilt fast. Pick a small car for the city and an SUV only if you’re heading into the mountains.
To Korca
Korca is the cultural heart of eastern Albania: the new bazaar, a major Orthodox cathedral, and the country’s first art museum. The climate is cooler than the coast — winter snow is common.
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