Kosovo travel guide
If you want to understand Kosovo, look no further than its Olympic gold medal winner for judo, Majlinda Kelmendi. In the country’s Olympic debut in 2016, this 25 year old did her country proud by taking gold. She was only eight years old when war broke out and, after years of hardship in her home town of Peja, she took up judo when the war ended. A ball of energy, who has survived a war, she is determined, and with mountain strength. Just like the country she represents.
Kosovars still struggle to travel as their passports aren't recognised by many countries. It's as if they make up for that by opening up their hearts and homes to every passing stranger.![]()
Because Kosovo is not only the newest country in Europe, but also has the youngest population, with over 70 percent under the age of 35. The cities are culturally cool, the stunning mountain regions invite healthy outdoor living and there is a great sense of welcome and multi-cultural pride. Plus the golden sun shines on its mountains, valleys and lakes throughout the summer making it, on many fronts, a guaranteed winner.
Kosovo is...
a place to leave your preconceptions behind and go enjoy the now. A now that is filled with nature, nurture and noble people.
Kosovo isn't...
all grey and war torn. It has 270 days of sunshine a year, wildflower-filled mountain meadows and is as hot as Dubrovnik in summer.
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Kosovo travel advice
Itinerary tips
Mark Huggins from our partner, Undiscovered Destinations: “Kosovo is a small country and one of the most undiscovered in Europe. It has lots of interesting sites including UNESCO Decani Monastery and the architectural heritage of picturesque Prizren. Anyone who is interested in both modern and ancient European history will be fascinated by Kosovo. One can also enjoy beautiful scenery and walking in the Rugova Valley and also do some wine tasting at a local vineyard. We would recommend combining visiting Kosovo with Albania and Macedonia for wider look at the region”
Jim O’Brien, Director of our partner, Native Eye: “My favourite place though is the Dragash region, in the southwest – it’s very traditional and home to the Gorani people, who can often be found wearing traditional dress. It’s a very friendly area and doesn’t see much in the way of tourism, and the hospitality of the local people towards a Western visitor can be quite overwhelming at times – but lovely nonetheless. The village of Brod in particular is a real delight, with old Ottoman era architecture, and the region is dotted with beautiful flower meadows which come alive in the spring.”
When to go
Mark Huggins on the best time to visit Kosovo: “My favourite time to go is May, June or September into early October when the weather is generally good but still few holidaymakers both local and foreign.”
More Kosovo articles
The best time to visit Kosovo is when the snow melts and the sun starts to really heat up those mountains, canyons and valleys. Which it certainly does, with 270 days of sunshine a year. Read on for more details, as well as advice from our experts in the Kosovo know.
