Korça, the city that embraces you with its magical atmosphere, has become the most sought-after destination for year-end holidays. During this festive season, Korça offers everything a “romantic heart” or an “adventurous soul” could dream of: white snow that dresses the city in its winter attire, strolls along the promenade or through the characteristic Korça neighborhoods, the Museum of Medieval Art with over 7,000 religious icons, and the internationally renowned Gjon Mili Museum. Add to this, the culinary experiences, attractions, and activities for all ages, and above all, celebrations under the sounds of Korça serenades.

 

• New Year holidays in Korça
  With the arrival of Christmas and New Year, Korça lights up with festive decorations and fills with music and a warm atmosphere. The Old Bazaar, adorned with traditional decorations, invites you to explore artisan shops, taste traditional foods, or enjoy “raki të pjekur” by the fire.
• Picturesque Surroundings
  Close to the city, tourist villages like Dardha, Boboshtica, and Voskopoja offer an equally warm atmosphere and outdoor activities. The ski slopes in Dardha are an ideal attraction for winter sports enthusiasts, while Mount Morava, the Drenova National Park, and the Prespa Lakes provide breathtaking panoramas for nature lovers.
• Everyone Wants to Celebrate in Korça!
  Korça is one of the most visited cities by both Albanian and foreign tourists, attracting around 900,000 visitors every year. Accommodations are fully booked with 111 hotels and guesthouses even on regular weekends. During the year-end holidays, finding a place to stay becomes particularly difficult as visitors from all over Albania and beyond flock to Korça to experience the magical atmosphere of a white Christmas. For those who wish to enjoy the city even during its busiest period, owning a home in Korça is the perfect solution.
• Why Does Korça Win You Over?
  Korça is not just a destination; it’s an experience. From the square adorned with the Christmas tree to the cozy feeling of a crackling fire in the fireplace, this city offers something that many others cannot: a perfect blend of tradition, cuisine, nature, and comfort. And perhaps that’s why everyone is heading to Korça – to immerse themselves in a festive atmosphere that can’t be found anywhere else.

Belvedere Korça, as the only mountain residence in the country, represents a new and innovative concept in construction. Ideally located in the heart of Korça, this residence introduces, for the first time in Albania, a technology perfectly suited to the cold mountain climate. Known for drastically reducing energy consumption, Passive House offers an eco-friendly lifestyle with high comfort for its residents

What Does Passive House Represent?

The concept of Passive House dates back to developments in the 1980s when legal standards for new buildings in Sweden and Denmark required low energy consumption, incorporating elements such as thermal bridge elimination, insulated windows, and heat retention. Inspired by these requirements, in May 1988, Professor Bo Adamson from Lund University in Sweden first conceptualized the idea of a Passive House. The first building testing this concept was completed in Darmstadt, Germany, in 1991 by Dr. Wolfgang Feist and Dr. Bo Adamson. This technology later gained traction in Hanover, Germany, and was even referred to as a “Zero-Energy House” due to its almost zero energy consumption.

At its core, Passive House is a technology that minimizes the need for heating and cooling in buildings through insulation, controlled ventilation, and the use of natural energy. Through carefully selected building materials and sophisticated technology, structures designed to this standard maintain a consistent temperature year-round with minimal energy usage.

Passive House in Belvedere Korça

At Belvedere Korça, this concept has become a reality, bringing numerous benefits to the residents of this development. High-performance materials, such as those used for thermal insulation and heat recovery ventilation systems, ensure not only an ecologically sustainable home but also significant financial savings due to reduced energy consumption.

Additionally, this technology is complemented by architectural designs that maximize natural light intake and minimize energy loss through innovative façade structures.

This combination of energy efficiency and aesthetic appeal makes the Belvedere Korça project a model for environmental awareness. It also represents an excellent investment opportunity, offering the most innovative technology in the country, which significantly enhances property value.

Located near the Rinia park, this residence represents a harmonious combination between traditional Korça architecture and modern elements.

The villas have been carefully constructed while preserving characteristic details such as decorative railings, carved stones and Venetian shutters, creating a special feel that invites every visitor to experience the town’s tradition.

Komola Sako, Director of Marketing, PR and Communication at Balfin Real Estate, explains that Belvedere Korça is the only residence of its kind in Albania and that its location between greenery and fresh air makes it an ideal destination both in summer and in winter. , when the snow covers everything.

Korça, with its many cultural and natural attractions such as the Museum of Medieval Art, the National Museum of Education, the Old Market and popular tourist villages such as Voskopoja and Dardha, offers many opportunities for all those looking to invest or spend their holidays . . in this city.

Interest in a house in Belvedere Korça has increased significantly, especially from Albanians abroad, who feel attracted by this project that represents a new and successful model of mountain residences in Albania.

Experience All-Around Excellence at Albania’s Premier Mountain Residence

Are you looking for new destinations and unique experiences? Belvedere Korça, with the ideal combination of nature, culture, and tradition, is the place you should choose for your permanent home or as a quick getaway. . Located amidst greenery and near Rinia Park, this mountain residence, the only one of its kind in Albania, invites you for a new experience among tranquility, lush surroundings, traditional Korça cuisine, and cultural attractions.

Tranquility and Fresh Air

The residence is located in the midst of lush greenery, close to Rinia Park, making it an ideal destination for living or vacationing. The residence is located in the midst of lush greenery, close to Rinia Park, making it an ideal destination for living or vacationing. You can start your day with a yoga session in the villa’s courtyard in the morning or during sunset, or simply spend an afternoon in the fresh air on the characteristic flower-adorned balconies.

Exploration Opportunities

Korça is a destination that beckons visitors to explore every season of the year, boasting numerous cultural and natural attractions. Voskopoja, known for its characteristic churches and rich history, Dardha, which attracts ski enthusiasts with its popular slope in winter, and Boboshtica, celebrated for its abundant natural beauty and traditional cuisine, are just a few of the experiences to be enjoyed when visiting the tourist villages of Korça. For the more adventurous, Bredhi i Drenovës offers nature and wildlife, while Mount Morava and Guri i Capit are perfect for hiking with stunning views. Additionally, natural beauty awaits at Lake Prespa, where you can savor a delicious lunch featuring local fish.

Private Evenings with Friends

The different types of villas at Belvedere Korça are designed to provide spaces for relaxation with family, while also offering the opportunity to gather with friends and host various parties. You can enjoy a delicious lunch on the veranda with a view of the greenery, have a pleasant evening with the sounds of guitar and Korça serenades, or organize a private family party.

Variety of Authentic Flavors

Korça is a city that invites you on a true culinary journey. It offers characteristic dishes that are only found there, such as “petulla të fshira” and the famous Korça “lakror.” Whenever you desire a good lunch or dinner, your mind immediately goes to Korça. Known for its authenticity and distinctive taste, Korça cuisine offers an unforgettable experience for all who appreciate fine food. Traditional dishes are offered in charming characteristic restaurants at the heart of this historic city, where every dish is prepared with special dedication and passion. The restaurants in Korça are known for their warm hospitality and pleasant atmosphere, offering not only excellent food but also a complete cultural experience.

Nightlife

By choosing to live at Belvedere Korça, you can enjoy everything the city has to offer, from visiting museums and the old bazaar, to enjoying the characteristic live music with serenades and guitar evenings. You’ll be close to the city’s main attractions, like the “Republika” Boulevard, where you can find bars, restaurants, hotels, and shops, and experience all the vibrancy the city has to offer. The Old Bazaar and the historic center of the city come alive every night. Korça is known for the many festivals organized throughout the year, as well as for the magical atmosphere during the end-of-year celebrations.

Belvedere Korça, the only mountain residence in the country, welcomed well-known personalities from the world of art and public life for the first time. Albana Nanaj, Alma Çupi, Fjodora Fjora, Drini Zeqo, Kristina Baki, Orgesa Zaimi, Lindi Islami, and Venera Lumani experienced a unique stay at the villas of Belvedere Korça, exploring some of the city’s attractions, easily accessible from this tourist complex.

The theme “Happiness is Home” brought the guests together to experience the concept behind this unique tourist residence in Albania. During the “Villa Tour,” guests of Belvedere Korça were introduced to the various types of villas, each named to represent the culture and tradition of the area, such as Vila Serenata, Vatra, Bora, Dardha, or Voskopolis. At the end of the tour, guests selected the type of villa they would like to stay in on their next visit to Belvedere Korça, with some even choosing the villa they would like to own.

The architecture of the project, which respects the traditional Korça city elements such as stone surrounding walls, decorative works, wooden doors, and Venetian shutters, was highly appreciated, especially by those who were particularly passionate about mountain residences.

Situated amid lush greenery near Rinia Park, the villas were admired not only for their surroundings but also for their innovative use of Passive House technology. This technology ensures high energy efficiency, keeping the interior spaces cool in the summer and warm in the winter. Amid tranquility, fresh air, and orientation that allows fantastic views of the park and the city, the friends of Belvedere Korça enjoyed the variety and authenticity of Korça’s cuisine.

The night was long and exhilarating for the guests at Belvedere Korça. From serenades and guitar tunes to humorous moments and dances from the ’80s and ’90s, the atmosphere was lively as the artist’s guests couldn’t remain indifferent on such an evening. Orgesa, Venera, and Lindi provided fantastic moments with the songs they performed, joined by Fjodora, Drini, and Alma, who also tried singing.

The villas’ excellent infrastructure and prime location in the heart of Korça allowed guests to pursue their favorite activities during their stay, like practicing yoga in the yard, taking leisurely walks in Rinia Park, or visiting the Museum of Medieval Art.

The city is a perfect blend of nature, culture, and tradition, all of which are well represented in Belvedere Korça. It’s an ideal place to relax and have fun with friends and family. Additionally, the Renting Program makes it a smart investment choice with a quick return on investment within a few years.

Korça is a beloved city that attracts tourists year-round with all that it has to offer. Over the past year, the city has seen a 20% increase in the number of tourists, with a significant rise in foreign visitors. Notably, data from the National Museums of Korça indicate a 20.3% increase in visitors during the January-November period last year.

When we mention summer, our mind goes straight to the beach, sun, and bars with music or entertainment through water sports. However, there are many people who still prefer vacations in the mountains for the summer season or an alternation between these two options. A great alternative for those who prefer the mountain, is Korça, a city where a long line of natural beauties blench naturally with art, tradition, and culture. In this city, the tourist season never ends, and every season has a lot to offer. But if we stay in the summer season, Korça offers many options that will make you appreciate summer vacations in the mountains.

1. Clean air, freshness

At a time when temperatures exceed 40 degrees, Korça is the best option to spend a few days among the clean air, freshness, and tranquility that this city offers, a perfect place to relax and start a new season.

2. Hiking and nature exploration

For all hiking enthusiasts, Korça offers you many opportunities for hiking and walking in nature where you can explore some of the area’s attractions, such as Morava Mountain, the National Park of Drenova Fir, or the hills of the city that make up its crown. Their proximity to the city gives them the appearance of a balcony quite attractive to the eye of a visitor. As a favorite destination in all seasons of the year, the city of Korça also offers several attractions both within the city and in the surrounding areas. In the city, you can enjoy the characteristic bazaar, a monument of cultural heritage that includes 33 blocks of shops, 6 of which are taverns. The buildings are an architectural ensemble that are interconnected by cobbled streets. In this city, you can find also the first Albanian school, the clock tower, and different museums with historical and cultural values.

While in the surrounding areas you can visit tourist villages such as Voskopoja, Dardha, Vithkuqi, and Boboshtica which have always something to offer in every season with beautiful nature, churches, monuments, and culinary traditions.

3. Vivacity throughout the year

Another characteristic of this city is its liveliness in every season of the yar. Although everyone associates it with snow and winter, Korça offers a lot even during the summer season. The activities are spread throughout the whole year and culminate in August with the Beer Festival, a long-standing tradition that transforms Korça into one of the most favorite cities in Albania.

Another important event that has already become a tradition is the Food Festival which is organized in the summer period and promotes the traditional dishes of Korça. This year, part of the Food Festival was also a typical food of this city known as Lakrori, cooked in a very specific way, that you can find only in this area.

For all these reasons the tourist season in this city never ends and in every season the city is full of tourists from all over the world.

On hot summer days, Korça is always a beautiful “escape”. Not only for the climate it has but also for all that it offers. With the quality of the city of serenades, the First Albanian School and art, Korça is also the City of Beer and precisely in August, all roads lead to the Southeast. The destination for anyone who loves music, beer, and entertainment.

For several years, Albanian and foreign tourists have been choosing Korça to enjoy this holiday that coincides with the peak of the tourist season. After the success of the previous years, this year too, it is expected that there will be many fans in the 5 nights of the party that will be spent under the sounds of music from well-known Albanian names and not only, as well as from a range of local and foreign beers.

If you still haven’t marked Korça as a destination in your summer vacation calendar, remember these dates, August 17–21, the biggest summer event returns. It’s time to spend some beautiful days with your friends or family under the sounds of music and glasses of beer.

From year to year, this activity has promoted and strengthened the tourist image of the Korça region, turning it into a favorite area not only to spend summer days near the cool climate and winter days with the whiteness of snow but also to live. A city that offers tranquility, green nature, cuisine, art, and entertainment. An opportunity to give you a new concept of enjoying nature in a mountainous area already preferred by those who live within the borders of our country but also outside it because Korça is a “must”.

The philosophy of living in nature and what it has to offer often guides the investment you choose to make. Recently, the desire for freedom and a better quality of life has made more and more eyes turn to the mountainous areas. Even in our country, a good part of these areas has seen development, which has increased interest, turning them into “coveted” destinations. Whether you are looking for a place surrounded by tranquility to live or considering a vacation home to get away from the hustle and bustle of city life, one thing is for sure, investing in mountain real estate is a decision to make you won’t regret, and this for 4 dominant advantages.

Climate
Living in the mountains means always being in the middle of fresh and clean air, bringing direct benefits to everyone’s health. Numerous studies have shown that living in this type of climate affects the reduction of stress levels as well as the quality of sleep.

Lifestyle
Life is calmer and at the same time characterized by an adventurous spirit. This lifestyle is one of the most attractive reasons to own a mountain home. Being closer to nature also creates an easier approach to a variety of activities, such as walking in nature or cycling, always offering different ways to stay as active as possible.

Season in 4 seasons
Mountain areas are a perfect choice to relax in any season. It doesn’t matter if it’s winter or summer. The option for all seasons carries with it the beauty that they offer to be exploited in every aspect, both in terms of the different activities that each season creates opportunities, for and also in terms of climate.

Safe investment
When you choose to invest in a mountainous area, you can be sure that the value of your investment will only increase. Profits from this investment can come from rental programs or the resale of the property at a later time. More and more people are tending towards investments in these areas.

Promotion in this direction has turned many of our country’s mountain attractions into “treasures” to invest in. Fusion with what the destination itself offers makes the natural inclusion of what is invested to be welcomed by the locality as an added value to the area. Embracing this philosophy, “Belvedere Korça” has taken sure steps in this direction. Designed in an architectural style with characteristic houses that stylize the alleys of Korça, Belvedere comes as a golden investment opportunity in this place. The first mountain, tourist, and residential complex offer the comfort of living in a community that wants to experience what the city generously offers.

If it is already time for a new investment, the alternative for a house in a mountainous area is concrete and tangible. Why “Belvedere Korça”? Optimal geographical location, strong growth potential, infrastructure, and tourist destinations. Positioned in the middle of nature, synonymous with comfort and convenience.

“Belvedere Korça” The new address of your happiness