Bilisht
Albania · Qarku i Kor��sAL
Administrative unit in Korçë, Albania
Bilisht is a town and a former municipality in Korçë County, south-eastern Albania. At the 2015 local government reform it became a subdivision and the seat of the municipality Devoll. It was the seat of the former Devoll District. The population as of the 2023 census is 7,287. The town is 9 km from the border with Greece at Kapshticë. The closest Greek village across the border is Krystallopigi in the Florina regional unit. Bilisht is at 890 meters above sea level and has a continental climate with cool summers and cold winters. It serves as an economic centre for the local agriculture, mining, food and textile industries. The football club is Bilisht Sporti.
Read more on Wikipedia →- Population
- 7,287
- Coordinates
- 40.627, 20.990
- Timezone
- Europe/Tirane
- Elevation
- 922 m
Overview of Bilisht
Travellers heading to Qarku i Kor��s, Albania will find Bilisht, a small settlement. Its resident count stands at approximately 7,287. And that scale sets the rhythm of a stay. The local offer centres on water sports, nightlife and wellness. It lies in the northern hemisphere, which drives its seasonal calendar. You are about 922 metres up.
Things to do in Bilisht
Water Sports in Bilisht
(7)Under water sports, Bilisht is tagged with Canoeing, Jet Skiing, Paddle, Sailboats and Snorkeling. The full list runs to 7 activities. The list follows Bilisht's own activity tags.
Nightlife in Bilisht
(4)Looking for nightlife? Bilisht has Clubs, Disco, Events and Wine Bars. Easy to slot into a wider itinerary. The list follows Bilisht's own activity tags.
Wellness in Bilisht
(3)Wellness lovers get Hammam, Therms and Turkish Baths. It is a direct read of Bilisht's activity profile. These pair well with anything else on this page.
Adventure in Bilisht
(1)Adventure in Bilisht covers Boat Rides. Easy to slot into a wider itinerary. The list follows Bilisht's own activity tags.
Culture in Bilisht
(1)Culture in Bilisht covers Docks. Each one is worth building half a day around. Nothing here is guesswork — it reflects the recorded activity data for Bilisht.
Nature in Bilisht
(1)On the nature side, Bilisht offers Rivers. These entries mirror the activity data we hold for Bilisht. These pair well with anything else on this page.
Sports in Bilisht
(1)Bilisht records Hiking under sports. These entries mirror the activity data we hold for Bilisht. These pair well with anything else on this page.
Best time to visit Bilisht
The warm stretch of June to September is when water activities work best. April to June and September to October offers mild conditions for outdoor routes. December to February is when winter sports come into play. Museums, food and nightlife keep Bilisht viable all year.
Getting there & around
Public transport thins out here — the nearest hub in Qarku i Kor��s plus a short drive is the usual route. Set your clock to Europe/Tirane on arrival.
Similar destinations
Places near Bilisht that share the same kinds of activities.
Frequently asked questions
- What is Bilisht known for?
- Travellers associate Bilisht with water sports, nightlife and wellness. It sits in Qarku i Kor��s, Albania and counts about 7,287 residents.
- What can you do in Bilisht?
- Bilisht is tagged with Canoeing, Jet Skiing, Paddle, Sailboats and Snorkeling, which is enough to structure a first visit.
- When is the best time to visit Bilisht?
- The warm stretch of June to September is when water activities work best. April to June and September to October offers mild conditions for outdoor routes. December to February is when winter sports come into play. Museums, food and nightlife keep Bilisht viable all year.
- Where is Bilisht located?
- Bilisht belongs to Qarku i Kor��s, Albania, so it pairs naturally with other stops in the same area.
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