Local Guide

Your Local Guide to Shengjin and Evianamar Holiday Accomodation.
Shëngjin Guidebook

Your Local Guide to Shëngjin

Everything you need for a comfortable and memorable stay. Please find below useful information including the best beaches, restaurants, shopping and the best places to explore nearby.

🚑Emergency Info 🛒Shopping 🍽Restaurants 🏖Best Beaches 🚤Activities 📍Places to Visit ✉️Need Help? ✉️A Brief History
Useful Essentials

Emergency Information

Important local contacts and nearby services to help you feel safe and secure during your stay.

Emergency Numbers

Keep these numbers handy in case you need urgent assistance during your stay.

General Emergency 112
Police 129
Ambulance 127
Fire Brigade 128
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Closest Police Station

Police Station Lezhë

Located in Lezhë, approximately 15 minutes from Shëngjin depending on traffic. During peak times, the drive to Lezhë can take up to an hour or more.

Address: QJHV+F99, Rruga Luigj Gurakuqi, Lezhë 4501
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Closest Hospital

Regional Hospital Lezhë

The main hospital serving the area, located a short drive inland from Shëngjin.

Address: QMH2+R2J, Rruga e Spitalit, Lezhë 4501
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Nearby Pharmacies (Farmaci in Albanian)

Pharmacies in Shëngjin promenade area

Several pharmacies are available locally, identifiable with a green cross. Please see address below for the closest one.

Address: Farmaci Agetina, Bulevardi Nënë Tereza, Shëngjin 4503

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Daily Essentials

Shopping & Supermarkets

A quick guide to nearby supermarkets, convenience stores and places to pick up everyday items. There are plenty of small shops dotted around Shëngjin. Below are some of the bigger shops.

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Closest Minimarket

Big Market in Shëngjin

Good for daily essentials.

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Best for a Bigger Shop

SPAR Supermarket in Lezhë

Recommended for a larger stock-up with more choice, household items and fresh produce. They also tend to stock more imported products that you would find in European countries.

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Best for Organic and Gluten-Free Products

Bio Supermarket in Lezhë

Offers organic fresh produce including fruit, vegetables plus a wide selection of fresh cheeses and hams and snacks. Also stocks the usual household goods and other food items you would find in larger supermarkets.

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Eat & Drink

Best Restaurants in Shëngjin

Here's our curated list of of favourite places to eat in and around Shëngjin.

Best Pizza Restaurant in Shëngjin

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Ristorante Pizzeria Da Fabio

Da Fabio is located on the promenade and offers a friendly atmostphere. It has a large elevated terrace with great views over the beech. And the pizzas are gorgeous!

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Best Seafood Restaurant in Shëngjin

Where do we start! You can't really go wrong with any of the seafood restaurants around Shëngjin. They all offer a wide selection of fresh seafood perfectly cooked with great customer service. However, here are our local favourites.

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Restorant Detari (Shetitore)

Located on the promenade, Detari offers a wide variety of fresh dishes and is known for their fabulous hospitality and selection of local wines.

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Restorant Peshkatari

Located slightly outside of Shengjin on the lagoon, Peshkatari serves amazing seafood and is in such a beautiful setting! There are seating areas right on the water where you can soak up the quiet atmosphere. There's a great kids park too for the children.

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Stomi Restaurant

Close to Peshkatari, Stomi also offers fantastic views over the lagoon, is in a beautiful setting and offers great customer service.

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Best Meat & Grill Restaurants near Shëngjin

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Hoteli Gjuetisë

Hoteli Gjuetisë offers a distinctive combination of history and natural surroundings, set within the protected Vain Lagoon reserve. Centred around a beautifully restored 1940s hunting lodge, guests can enjoy traditional cuisine at the Hunter’s Restaurant and explore the nearby peaceful nature reserve.

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Hermanos

For a more lively atmosphere, Hermanos is the place to be! They offer a wide variety of dishes including fish, meat, Japanese and Italian. For an up to date menu and events list, visit their Facebook page.

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Mrizi i Zanave - Restorant Agroturizëm

Mrizi i Zanave is one of Albania’s most celebrated farm-to-table restaurants, located in the countryside near Lezhë, around 20 minutes from Shëngjin. The restaurant focuses on seasonal, locally sourced ingredients from surrounding farms and its own gardens, creating dishes that highlight authentic Albanian flavours with a refined, contemporary presentation. This is certainly a "must-visit" place!

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Sea & Coastline

Best Beaches

From lively stretches of sand to quieter coastal spots, these are some of the best places to spend the day by the sea.

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Rana e Hedhun

One of the most distinctive coastal spots nearby, known for its sand dunes, special "black sand" which is known for its healing properties and natural setting. There are many bars and restaurants that line the beach. Pick one that suits what you're looking for and expect to pay between 5 to 10 euros for parking and a parasol with two to four sunbeds.

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Shëngjin Beach

The main beach area with plenty of sunbeds, cafés, restaurants and easy access.

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Vaini Beach

Vaini Beach lies between the mouths of the Drin and Mati rivers and next to the Kune‑Vain‑Tale Protected Area, a lagoon and wetland ecosystem rich in wildlife. The beach is known for its long stretch of fine sand, clear water, and peaceful atmosphere

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Experiences

Best Local Activities

Easy ways to enjoy the coastline, take in the setting and make the most of your time in and around Shëngjin.

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Boat Trips

Explore the coastline from the water and enjoy a different perspective of the bay.

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Sunset Walks

The promenade is ideal for a relaxed evening walk as the light softens over the Adriatic.

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Water Sports

In summer, look out for jet ski hire and seasonal beach-based water activities.

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Fishing Excursions

Ask locally about boat-based fishing experiences during the main holiday season.

Explore the Area

Best Places to Visit Nearby

If you would like to explore beyond the beach, these local highlights offer a mix of history, scenery and culture.

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Lezhë Castle

A historic viewpoint with wide-reaching views over the surrounding landscape.

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Skenderbeg Memorial

An important cultural and historical site in nearby Lezhë.

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Kune-Vain Lagoon

A peaceful natural area with wetlands, birdlife and a slower pace away from the beachfront.

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Guest Support

Need Help During Your Stay?

Contact our management company, Adesa if you require any additional support during your stay.

Contact Your Host

For anything relating to the property, check-in support or general assistance, please contact us directly.

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info@adesa.al | +355 69 767 6401 | Available 7 days a week 9am to 5pm

Discover Albania

A Brief History of Albania

Albania has a long and fascinating history shaped by ancient civilisations, powerful empires and a strong national identity. From Illyrian tribes to modern independence, the country’s story reflects resilience, culture and centuries of change. Below is a VERY brief history of Albania but there is so much more to learn!

Illyrian Era

Ancient Illyrian Tribes

The earliest known inhabitants of the region were the Illyrians, an ancient group of tribes that lived throughout the western Balkans. They developed settlements, trade networks and a distinct cultural identity along the Adriatic coast.

168 BC

Roman Rule

After the Illyrian Wars, the region became part of the Roman Empire. Roads, cities and infrastructure were developed, many of which influenced the foundations of modern Albanian towns.

1385

Ottoman Empire

Albania became part of the Ottoman Empire, which ruled the region for more than four centuries. This period left a lasting influence on architecture, cuisine and cultural traditions.

1443

Skenderbeg’s Resistance

National hero Gjergj Kastrioti Skanderbeg led a rebellion against Ottoman rule, uniting Albanian territories and defending them for more than two decades.

1912

Independence

Albania declared independence from the Ottoman Empire in November 1912, marking the birth of the modern Albanian state.

1944 – 1991

Communist Period

After World War II, Albania became a communist state under Enver Hoxha. The country remained largely isolated from the rest of the world during this time.

1991

Modern Albania

Communism ended in 1991, opening Albania to democracy, international travel and rapid development. Today the country is known for its dramatic landscapes, historic cities and welcoming culture.

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