Grunas Waterfall – Bridge Over the Blue Eye River loop from Thethi National Park

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Grunas Waterfall – Bridge Over the Blue Eye River loop from Thethi National Park

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Grunas Waterfall – Bridge Over the Blue Eye River loop from Thethi National Park

06:51

19.2km

600m

Mountaineering

Hard mountaineering route. Very good fitness required. Sure-footedness, sturdy shoes and alpine experience required. The starting point of the route is accessible with public transport.

Last updated: August 1, 2026

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Includes segments that may be dangerous

Parts of this route comprise highly technical, difficult, or hazardous terrain. Specialist equipment and prior experience is required.

After 8.76 km for 236 m

After 9.21 km for 391 m

After 10.2 km for 391 m

After 10.9 km for 236 m

Waypoints

Start point

Bus stop

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86 m

Zorgji Campsite

Highlight • Rest Area

Camping Zorgji is located in the lower part of the Theth Valley, close to the river and surrounded by dense beech forests. It is a small-scale, simple campsite with a few flat grassy areas for tents. The atmosphere is typical for Theth: peace, nature, and a direct connection to the hiking trails towards the church, the Kulla e Ngujimit, and the river paths. The campsite is run locally and offers mainly basic facilities.

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3.01 km

Grunas Waterfall

Highlight • Waterfall

Narrow, powerful waterfall dropping 25–30 meters down a vertical limestone wall on the west flank of the Theth Valley. The source lies directly above the fall, fed by a high-altitude karst spring and meltwater, ensuring the water remains clear and cold even in summer. Since 2002, the waterfall has been an official nature monument. The path to it is short but steep, with wet, slippery stones and a river crossing that can be challenging in rain. Its location — wedged between rocks and greenery — makes this one of Theth's most characterful spots.

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8.91 km

Summit Cross

Highlight • Summit

9.28 km

Summit Cross

Highlight • Summit

9.70 km

Bridge Over the Blue Eye River

Highlight • Bridge

A narrow wooden suspension bridge spans the turquoise water of the Blue Eye River. The planks wobble slightly under your feet, while the crystal-clear water flows over the stones beneath you. On both sides of the bridge lie rocks and trees that filter the light into a green-blue spectacle — a natural photo spot where hikers pause for the view.

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9.87 km

Blue Eye (Syri i Kaltër) Waterfall

Highlight • Waterfall

Deep in the valley of Theth lies the Blue Eye: a clear blue spring that forms in a natural pool between limestone and moss. The water comes directly from an underground karst spring and remains ice-cold, even in the middle of summer. Around the pool are smooth rocks, small waterfalls, and turquoise streams that together form one of the most photogenic spots in Theth National Park. The path to it winds along the river, through narrow passages and over wooden bridges, until you reach the pool where light and water create an almost surreal color.

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11.1 km

Mountain Cabin

Highlight • Mountain Hut

16.1 km

Wooden Bridge in Theth National Park

Highlight • Bridge

In 08/2026 the bridge is no more...
What was once a sturdy footbridge is now a weathered ruin of wood and stone. The beams are crooked, some have disappeared, and amidst the greenery, nature is slowly reclaiming the path. The bridge still marks the old trail through the Grunas Gorge — a silent reminder of past travellers, now surrounded by moss, rocks, and autumn light.
Fortunately, there is a bypass.

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19.2 km

End point

Bus stop

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