From your hosts: This is one of our personal recommendations for guests staying at Panoramic View House. We know this place well and we are happy to give you more details or help you get there.
Lekli Castle is a medieval fortress situated near the village of Lekli, along the road between Tepelenë and Gjirokastra. Built on a rocky promontory above the Vjosa River, this castle controlled one of the most important routes through southern Albania for centuries.
The castle dates back to the medieval period and was later reinforced during the Ottoman era. Its strategic position overlooking both the river and the road made it a key defensive point. Today, the ruins still convey the strength of the original fortification, with walls and towers visible among the vegetation.
Lekli Castle is accessible by a short detour from the SH4 highway between Tepelenë and Gjirokastra. The site is unfenced and free to explore. Combine it with a day trip to Gjirokastra — the castle is roughly halfway between the two towns. Ask Avni at Panoramic View House for directions.
Ask us about this place when you arrive — we can give you directions, recommend the best time to visit, and even arrange transport or a guided walk with Avni. Just let us know at breakfast or send a WhatsApp message anytime.
Stay at Panoramic View House — our family guesthouse overlooking the Vjosa River in Tepelenë. From €20/night with homemade breakfast.