Visiting the Kamenica Tumulus Burial Mound near Korçë
Updated 2026-11-02 · 4 min read · Prices and schedules change — check locally.
How to visit Kamenica Tumulus
- Travel south from Korçë towards the village of Kamenica, roughly an 8km drive.
- Follow the local signage for 'Tuma e Kamenicës' on the outskirts of the village.
- Park near the visitor entrance and check access arrangements for the excavation site and museum.
What makes the Kamenica Tumulus significant?
It is one of the largest and most extensively excavated prehistoric mounds in Albania and the wider region.
Archaeological excavations revealed roughly 400 graves and over 3,500 artefacts, including ceramics, bronze ornaments, and iron tools. The site provides evidence of continuous use for over 500 years, spanning the Late Bronze Age to the Iron Age.
The site is distinctive because parts of the mound’s internal structure, including concentric stone circles and burial groups, have been conserved in the open air, allowing visitors to see the burial arrangements in situ.
What can you see at the site museum?
The site features an open-air excavation area and a small museum displaying skeletal remains and funerary objects.
Visitors can view the excavated mound structure and see original skeletal remains displayed in reconstructed graves in the museum. Informational plaques explain the Illyrian burial rituals and the chronological evolution of the site.
The accompanying museum displays replica and original findings, including pottery, jewellery, and weaponry that shed light on the daily life and social hierarchy of the prehistoric inhabitants of the Korçë basin.
How do you get to Kamenica from Korçë?
The site is easily reached by car or taxi in about 15 minutes from the centre of Korçë.
Drive south on the SH75 road towards Ersekë; the turn-off for Kamenica is well-marked. There is no reliable direct public transport, so hiring a taxi from Korçë is the most practical option for those without a private vehicle.
The road to the site is paved and suitable for all vehicle types. There is a small parking area near the museum entrance.
What are the practical details for visitors?
Published summer hours are daily, 09:00–19:00; check locally for current opening days and seasonal variations.
| Feature | Details |
|---|---|
| Entry Fee | Listed as free; confirm locally |
| Best Time to Visit | Spring or Autumn for mild weather |
| Duration | 45 to 60 minutes |
| Facilities | Basic toilets; gift shop unconfirmed |
Are there other sites nearby?
The tumulus is often visited as part of a wider tour of the Korçë region, including Voskopoja and Boboshtica.
The village of Boboshtica, famous for its mulberry brandy and traditional architecture, is a short drive away and makes for a good lunch stop after visiting the mound.
For those interested in history, the National Museum of Medieval Art in Korçë complements a visit to Kamenica by providing a look at Albania's later cultural history.