Llogara Tunnel

Llogara Tunnel
The south entrance of Llogara Tunnel
Interactive map of Llogara Tunnel
Overview
LocationAlbania
Coordinates40°12′29″N 19°34′10″E / 40.20806°N 19.56944°E / 40.20806; 19.56944
StatusIn use
RouteSH8
StartDukat (north)
EndPalasë (south)
Operation
Work begun14 November 2021 (2021-11-14)
Opened5 July 2024 (2024-07-05)
OwnerAlbania
OperatorAlbanian Road Authority
TrafficAutomotive
Toll
  • Motorcycles 100 lek
  • Cars 250 lek
  • Cars with trailer 500 lek
  • Medium vehicles 1 000 lek
  • Heavy vehicles 5 000 lek
Technical
Length5.9 kilometres (5,900 m)
No. of lanes2
Operating speed80 km/h (50 mph)
Highest elevation1,000 m (3,300 ft)
Lowest elevation400 m (1,300 ft)

The Llogara Tunnel is a tunnel located in the south of Albania about 20 km from Vlora. The tunnel that cuts through the Llogara National Park, has a length of 6 kilometers and is the longest in the country. It is expected to significantly improve travel times between the Albanian Riviera and other parts of the country.