Cam Dedaj

Last Update: 24.10.2026 by MirkoT
Region: Gegëria
Subregion: Qarku i Shkodrës
Town: Shkodra
v5 a4 IV
4h20
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1130m
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310m
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27m
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1000m
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Summary:
Canyon described in the book by Pascal Van Duin 'Canyoning in Albania' but a faster access exists, via the highest tributary on the right bank (easily traversed in after the ruins) which arrives exactly where Cam Dedaj becomes interesting, with one abseil and a downclimb.
April - October
Southwest
5.00km²
Summary:
Canyon described in the book by Pascal Van Duin 'Canyoning in Albania' but a faster access exists, via the highest tributary on the right bank (easily traversed in after the ruins) which arrives exactly where Cam Dedaj becomes interesting, with one abseil and a downclimb.
Access:
Recommended is the version via the highest tributary right bank, it suffices to traverse into the tributary shortly after the ruins on the trail.

Approach (50 min):

Tour (3 h):
The tour has slightly changed since it was published in Pascal's book. Some anchors were damaged and/or missing (emergency cordes were found on natural anchors), therefore new lines were chosen in 2024, some of which were ideal with abalakov (puente de roca) bring bolting kit and thin rope (or durable corde) to replace the ropes in situ.
Return (30 min):
Exit right bank, following the aquaduct (defunct in places) and back to trail of the approach.

Coordinates:

Canyon Start
42.392473°, 19.794557° ↓↑
DMS: 42° 23" 32.9', 19° 47" 40.41'

DM: 42° 23.548", 19° 47.673"

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Parking at Entry
42.382755°, 19.785278° ↓↑
DMS: 42° 22" 57.92', 19° 47" 7'

DM: 42° 22.965", 19° 47.117"

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Hydrology:
Described as a summer canyon, but depending on snowmelt in recent years it may also be possible to descend the canyon from April onwards. The flow can be checked at the exit bridge.