Lëkurësi Castle

Really enjoyed the walk up to the castle. Was closed when I arrived but I walked a round it and enjoyed the views over the hinterland countryside and out over Sarande bay to Corfu and along the coast to Butrint. It was lovely. Nice turret shaped view point near the telephone towers and a view over to the monastery of the 4o saints. Close by is the Sarande lighthouse and many war bunkers.

Beautiful venue at the top of a mountain with the most fantastic view of the sunset. Generally everything was lovely, we all had good food, if slightly expensive compared to everywhere else …except I became unwell overnight from what I suspect was bad seafood pasta. It was probably only one seafood bit, as my reaction wasn’t too violent nor immediate, but it got me overnight and I was down for the next 2 days.

Perched atop the hills overlooking Saranda, Lekursi Castle offered one of the most spectacular views I’ve ever experienced. From up there, I could see the sparkling Ionian Sea, the city below, and the surrounding islands, all creating a breathtaking panorama that felt almost magical. Exploring the castle ruins, I was fascinated by the history and the stories these walls must hold. The on-site café made it easy to relax while taking in the scenery, adding to the charm of the visit. Lekursi Castle wasn’t just a historic site—it was a stunning viewpoint and a truly unforgettable highlight of my trip.

Beautiful views from the lower balconies – definitely the highlight of this place. The restaurant itself is not halal and the food is overpriced, but you’re really paying for the location and scenery. I’d recommend arriving at least 1 hour before sunset (2 hours if you want the best seats) to secure a good spot. Drinks are also on the expensive side. We had a margarita pizza and a few drinks before heading elsewhere for dinner. Overall, the views are absolutely amazing and worth experiencing at least once- but save yourself for dinner elsewhere.

I ate dinner at a castle with a pink sunset! This castle wasn’t what you would expect to be as a castle. It’s more of an outdoor venue for dining, concerts and performances. You can’t vest the view! The service here was impeccable. The food delicious, the wine even better. Parking is hard to find. We took a taxi up there. If you plan to take the bus, that looked a little shady.

An outstanding place with breathtaking views on both the mountains and the sea. No wonder at sunset it’s very crowded - it’s the most beautiful spot for awesome pictures and romantic moments. It’s not easy to climb up in a car due to a lot of cars and traffic but still the visit is worth the trouble.

Lëkurësit Castle is absolutely beautiful and the views over Sarandë and Ksamil are stunning, especially at sunset. However, it’s very much a tourist hotspot – we arrived about an hour before sunset and it was already packed. We were lucky to get a table, but just a heads-up: they only serve pizza at the spot by the edge. There is another restaurant, but I’m not sure what they offer. I wouldn’t recommend walking up to the castle – the road is extremely steep and not pedestrian-friendly. Definitely worth visiting for the view, but plan ahead for crowds and transport.

We visited 20th of September and it a amazing experience. We couldn't ask for a better sun set with comfy bean bags to lie on and great aperol Spritz with chilled music. I would recommend anyone to go especially during the evening time.