Fierza Reservoir
Reservoir Large Albanian reservoir formed by hydroelectric dam
Formed by the Fierzë dam on the Drin River, Fierza Reservoir creates a large inland lake in northern Albania framed by steep hills. Visitors take boat trips, fish and travel onward to mountain villages.
Fierza Reservoir is an artificial lake in northern Albania created by the construction of the Fierza dam on the Drin River. The reservoir is part of Albania’s cascade of hydroelectric facilities and functions primarily for power generation and water storage.
The lake extends along the Drin valley and has steep, reservoir-shaped shorelines that are used for limited boating and local transport. The reservoir is also used for hydropower operations that serve Albania’s electricity grid.
The Fierza dam and reservoir were completed in the late 1970s as part of the Drin river development programme, creating one of the country’s largest inland water bodies.
Geographically the reservoir sits in northern Albania near the settlement of Fierzë and stretches into the mountainous territory close to the border with Kosovo.
- Variable water levels: Water levels vary with hydropower generation and seasonal inflow, so shoreline access and boat itineraries can change across the year.
How to Get to Fierza Reservoir #
Fierza Reservoir sits in northern Albania; the nearest larger town with regular road connections is Fierzë. From Shkodra or Kukës follow national roads north toward the reservoir - roads are mountain-grade and can be narrow and winding. Hiring a local driver familiar with the region is advisable.
Tips for Visiting Fierza Reservoir #
- View the reservoir from the lookout points along the Mesi-Fierzë road for the best panoramas.
- If driving, plan for winding mountain roads; hire an experienced local driver if unfamiliar with highland conditions.
Best Time to Visit Fierza Reservoir #
Late spring through early autumn is the most convenient time to visit for clearer weather and better road conditions.
Weather & Climate near Fierza Reservoir #
Fierza Reservoir's climate is classified as Hot-Summer Mediterranean - Hot-Summer Mediterranean climate with warm summers (peaking in July) and cold winters (coldest in January). Temperatures range from -1°C to 29°C. Abundant rainfall (1046 mm/year), wettest in November.
January
January is the coolest month with highs of 6°C and lows of -1°C. Significant rainfall (101 mm) and mostly overcast skies.
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February
February is cold with highs of 8°C and lows of 0°C. Regular rainfall (90 mm) and mostly overcast skies.
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March
March is cold with highs of 13°C and lows of 3°C. Regular rainfall (86 mm) and mostly overcast skies.
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April
April is cool with highs of 17°C and lows of 7°C. Regular rainfall (88 mm) and mostly overcast skies.
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May
May is cool with highs of 22°C and lows of 12°C. Moderate rainfall (78 mm) and mostly overcast skies.
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June
June is mild with highs of 26°C and lows of 15°C. Moderate rainfall (52 mm) and partly cloudy skies.
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July
July is the warmest month with highs of 29°C and lows of 17°C. Moderate rainfall (48 mm) and partly cloudy skies.
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August
August is mild with highs of 29°C and lows of 17°C. Moderate rainfall (50 mm).
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September
September is mild with highs of 25°C and lows of 13°C. Regular rainfall (87 mm) and partly cloudy skies.
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October
October is cool with highs of 19°C and lows of 9°C. Significant rainfall (109 mm) and partly cloudy skies.
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November
November is cold with highs of 12°C and lows of 4°C. The wettest month with heavy rain (135 mm) and partly cloudy skies.
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December
December is cold with highs of 7°C and lows of 0°C. Significant rainfall (122 mm) and mostly overcast skies.
