Mount Korab: Albania & Macedonia

The trail begins by winding into the forest; it is important to stay on the track and not veer of course as bears can often pass this point whilst making their way to the river.

Once you have made your way through the forest, follow the shepherds trail to the watchtower. Once you reach the watchtower, use this as an opportunity to fill up you water as you may find it more difficult to find a water source further into the route.

From here, the track leans left and you may find red and white target markers from this point onwards.

You will now make your way uphill, towards the grassy hills of Nistrovski Korab, along the ridge while walking parallel to the Korab ridge. You can choose to head straight to the summit, however you will find yourself having to forage through the tumuli, so I would recommend not doing so.

Once you reach the edge of the valley, head northwards downhill along the ridge, climbing over Mal Korab along the way.

As you meet the summit ridge you, will pass by a small spring. You will now be near the final part of the summit, which is a simple hike through the grass. You will find the summit marked with a white trim point and the Macedonian flag on one side and the Albanian flag on the other.