{"id":1281,"date":"2023-03-06T06:09:28","date_gmt":"2023-03-06T06:09:28","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/foodtours.me\/?p=1281"},"modified":"2023-08-02T23:52:24","modified_gmt":"2023-08-02T23:52:24","slug":"farm-stays-in-albania","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/foodtours.me\/farm-stays-in-albania\/","title":{"rendered":"Agriturismo Albania: 7 Traditional Albanian Farm Stays"},"content":{"rendered":"\n

Albania had a primarily rural population until fairly recently. Following the collapse of the communist regime, many Albanians migrated to cities or left the country altogether, leaving their family farms behind. <\/p>\n\n\n\n

Consequently, numerous properties and villages were left unattended, a common pattern witnessed in other former communist countries.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

But the last few years have seen a resurgence of small farms, redeveloped with tourism in mind but with quality local and seasonal produce at the forefront. <\/p>\n\n\n\n

In this guide, I share where you can find the best agriturismo or farm stays in Albania.<\/p>\n\n\n

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Agriturismo Albania<\/h2>\n\n\n\n

Agriturismo in Albania are locally owned businesses that provide farm stay accommodation for tourists while growing their own food, raising livestock and providing other services to tourists like hiking, transport and tour guides.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

Agritourism, or farm stays, in Albania, has become increasingly popular in recent years, especially among tourists who are looking for an authentic and unique experience.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

What makes farm stays popular is access to farm-to-table meals prepared with fresh, locally sourced ingredients. <\/p>\n\n\n\n

If you’ve ever eaten an Albanian salad with freshly picked tomatoes, you’ll know just how incredible locally grown food is in Albania. <\/p>\n\n\n\n

The food is grown primarily for flavour more than anything else and it makes all the difference.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

Albanian Farm Stays<\/h2>\n\n\n\n

At this point in time, most Albanian farm stays are located in the north of the country, predominantly around Shkodra, Theth and Valbona. <\/p>\n\n\n\n

But your find one of Albania’s best farm stays near Korca, and agritourism is increasingly popular in southern regions of the country, which is known for its fertile soil, mild climate, and stunning natural beauty. <\/p>\n\n\n\n

The cities of Berat and Gjirokastra are also popular destinations for agritourism, with many farms offering traditional accommodations such as guesthouses, cottages, and small family-run hotels.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

If you’re looking to book a farm stay in Albania, the following small agriturismo accommodations stand out above the rest.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

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Top Pick<\/h3>\n Mrizi i Zanave Agroturiz\u00ebm<\/a>\n

\n Address: <\/strong>Fisht\u00eb Blinisht, Lezh\u00eb, Albania\n<\/p>\n

\nAlbania’s most famous and luxury farm stay, Mrizi i Zanave is located not far from the northern Albanian city of Shkodra. The unique architecture is a mix of traditional stone and modern glass, the food is exceptional and the garden is overflowing with fresh produce.\n<\/p>\n

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