Ohrid

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Ohrid

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Discover Ohrid, the pearl of North Macedonia

Do you want your holiday to be relaxed, varied and yet budget-friendly? Then Ohrid should be on your bucket list. The picturesque small town is a UNESCO World Heritage Site and is considered the pearl of North Macedonia. Characterised by its Roman, Slavic, Byzantine and Ottoman history, Ohrid today is culturally diverse and rich in wonderful traditions. 

Lake Ohrid is one of the oldest in the world and is home to over 200(!) endemic species. How about an idyllic boat trip to the monastery of St Naum? or a dip in the clear water? There are plenty of enchanting beaches. Potpesh Beach, for example, where locals and visitors alike feel at home.

If you want to take home a typical souvenir, you can't miss the famous Ohrid pearls. See you soon in North Macedonia - se gledame!

Facts & figures

  • Flight time

    02:05 h
  • Distance

    1330 km
  • Country Code

    +389
  • Airport

    OHD 
  • Language

    Macedonian, Albanian
  • Currency

    MKD

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Sightseeing in your Ohrid holidays

  • Church of St. Sophia
    Ohrid’s many highlights include a host of mosques and churches, such as the eleventh century Church of St. Sophia that stands on the site of an early Christian church. View in maps
  • Sveti Naum Monastery
    The Sveti Naum Monastery, located less than 20 miles from Ohrid, houses both a hotel and the tomb of Saint Naum. View in maps
  • Galičica National Park
    The Galičica National Park is one of the most species-rich nature reserves in Europe and a magnet for nature lovers. It is also one of few parks inhabited by wild lynx. View in maps

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