Though not frequently visited, Seta Gorge (Gryka e Setës) is one of the most stunning locations in the Dibër region. Take a hike along the riverbed, whether on the way to the Lura Lakes or just a detour from the nearby village of Çidhën.
The trail along the Seta riverbed is marked. You will have to jump from rock to rock, navigate around big boulders, and in one instance, even climb through a small rock window. Generally, it’s a pretty tough adventure. In the upstream direction, the terrain gets harder. Caution is required, but no canyoning equipment is needed.
The start of the journey is at the power station below Çidhën, the end by the huge pipes on the western side of the gorge. The trip shouldn’t take you more than 1,5 to 2 hours in one direction.
Spectacular is the walkway mostly along the water channel carved into the rock walls on the north side of the canyon. However, it can only be recommended for the outright adventurers who are not afraid of heights and will trust the flimsy belay used by the locals. If you go from Çidhën, the trail is relatively easy at first and offers breathtaking views. You can turn back when the trail gets difficult.
When planning a multi-day trek, you can continue to the west a use the canyon to access the Lura Lakes.
At the eastern end of the gorge (on the right bank of the river) you can visit the Sopanika Cave (Shpella e Sopanikës) which is a source of a powerful stream.
You can get to Çidhën by car (the last few kilometres is a dirt road) or by minibus, which departs at 12:00 from Peshkopi.
If you’re looking to stay nearby, there’s no better place than the Guesthouse Arber near Arras. The owner Vladimir (+355686506061) was the one who marked the way through the gorge. He is also a guide, so he can take you to the canyon in person.
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