Sarandë, Albanian Riviera, Albania • Ionian Sea (Mediterranean)

Plazhi i Pasqyrave (Mirror Beach)

Plazhi i Pasqyrave (Mirror Beach) is internationally renowned for the optical clarity of its turquoise water, which reflects the limestone sea stacks like a polished mirror. Located south of Sarandë before Ksamil, this cove offers dramatic rock cliffs and exceptional underwater visibility.

Plazhi i Pasqyrave (Mirror Beach) in Sarandë, Albanian Riviera, Albania
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Local Notes & Setting

  • Arrive before 9:30 AM in July and August as the cove is compact and sunbeds fill rapidly.
  • Wear water shoes for the smooth pebble shoreline and rock platform entries.
  • The steep cliffside dirt access road requires cautious driving with a small rental car.

Water & Beach Specifications

Peak Summer Sea Temp 25.3°C (Peak Air: 31°C)
Monthly Sea Temps (May–Oct) May: 18.9°C · Jun: 22.1°C · Jul: 23.9°C · Aug: 25.3°C · Sep: 24.3°C · Oct: 22.2°C
Best Months May, June, July, August, September, October
Sand & Shoreline Pebbles / Shingle • Gradual Drop
Water Clarity Crystal Clear (Clarity: 4.98/5 • Scenery: 4.95/5)
Daily Cost Guide €35/day (Sunbeds: €15)
Coordinates 39.8142°N, 19.9989°E

Explore complete 12-month NOAA climatology curves for this coastline in our Albania Sea Temperature Guide →

Amenities

Watersports: Active
Naturist: Textile Only
Free Parking: Paid / Limited
Bathrooms: Available
Showers: Available
Food / Tavernas: Available
Good for Kids: Steep Entry
Lifeguard: Unsupervised
Sunbed Rentals: Available
Natural Shade: Present
Wheelchair Accessible: Inaccessible

Nearest Airport & Transit Gateway

CFU / TIA · 45m drive

Fly to Corfu (CFU) and take the 30-min express ferry to Saranda, or fly to Tirana (TIA) and drive south via the scenic Llogara Pass.

Ferry Connection: Port of Sarandë (30m hydrofoil from Corfu)

Frequently Asked Questions about Plazhi i Pasqyrave (Mirror Beach)

What is the water temperature at Plazhi i Pasqyrave (Mirror Beach)?

The peak summer sea surface temperature at Plazhi i Pasqyrave (Mirror Beach) averages 25.3°C (78°F), based on 30-year NOAA OISST satellite climatology.

What type of coast or sand is Plazhi i Pasqyrave (Mirror Beach)?

Plazhi i Pasqyrave (Mirror Beach) is classified as a pebbles / shingle shoreline located in Sarandë, Albanian Riviera, Albania.

Is Plazhi i Pasqyrave (Mirror Beach) good for families with kids?

Plazhi i Pasqyrave (Mirror Beach) has steeper entry or natural coastal features better suited for confident swimmers.

Are there parking and facilities at Plazhi i Pasqyrave (Mirror Beach)?

Parking arrangements vary locally. Restroom facilities are present.

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