- Location: 30 km from Bitola and 80 km from Ohrid
- Phone: +389 47 233 464, +38 947 237 010
- Fax: +38947 233 668
- E-mail: np.pelister@yahoo.com
- Website: http://park-pelister.com/en
In the south-western part of Macedonia are located one of the most beautiful mountains of the country - Pelister. In 1948 this territory became a national park. This place is one of the most picturesque, as the majestic mountains cross many rivers and streams, in which pure clear water flows. The National Park conveys the beauty of the nature of Macedonia , therefore, after visiting this country, you should definitely go on an excursion to Pelister. In addition, the park is located near the resort towns - 80 km from Ohrid and 30 km from Bitola .
What to see?
The Pelister National Park covers an area of 12,500 hectares. Here for tourists not only the pristine nature opens, but also a lot of historical and cultural attractions. First of all it is necessary to note "mountain eyes". These are two lakes with crystal clear water - Small and Big Lake. One of them is located at an altitude of 2218 m, its depth is 14.5 m, length 233 m, and the second - at an altitude of 2210 m depth of 2.5 m and a length of 79 m. For all those wishing to organize a trek to the lakes. Professional climbers can conquer an even higher mountain, located in the park - this is Pelister Peak height of 2600 m.
Going to Pelister Park, be sure to visit nearby villages - Tronovo, Cowberry and Magarevo. These places still preserve cultural traditions, in the villages you will see old well-kept wooden houses and friendly hosts who will gladly give you a room and feed them with traditional Macedonian dishes. In these villages there are absolutely no new buildings and cottages, so you have a chance to feel the atmosphere of the beginning of the last century.
How to get there?
You can get to the National Park by car or by sightseeing bus. If you depart from the cities of Ohrid, Resen or Bitola, then you need to go along the E-65 to the direction of the city of Tronovo, and if from Prilep or Lerin, then along the A3 highway. The park is open to visitors 24 hours a day, seven days a week.
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