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Researched Updated Oct 28, 2026 Last changed Oct 31, 2026 About guide entries

Other Services and Amenities

Community Centers
Village square (Upper Village) where elders gather.
Gaming Lounges
None.
Casino & Gaming Halls
Small electronic gaming parlors in Vlorë city.
Parcel Delivery Service
Posta Shqiptare (Albanian Post office in the village).
Tech Repair Services
Must travel to Vlorë for professional electronics repair.
Table Tennis Spots
Summer resorts like Splendor Hotel often have tables.
Language Classes
Informal through locals; no formal language schools in Dhërmi.
Libraries & Study Spots
Zoe Hora library (for guests); otherwise oceanfront cafes in low season.

Transportation

Regional Travel
Furgon to Himarë (20 mins, 200 ALL) or Sarandë (1.5 hours, 700 ALL).
Best Taxi/Ride App
No apps (No Uber/Bolt). Use local drivers; Dhërmi-Vlorë costs approx. 5,000 ALL.
Bike/Scooter Rental
Local rentals near Dhërmi Beach; scooters approx. 2,500-3,500 ALL per day.
Best Beach Nearby
Gjipe Bay, by boat or by the canyon path, about 4 km up to the 75 m Petasma waterfall. Perivoli Beach, about 3 km long, is the other long strand on the same page. 5
Top Regional Airline
Dhërmi has no airport. Air Albania, the former flag carrier into Tirana, ceased operations on 10 December 2025 after its licence was suspended. Scheduled neighbours into Tirana International Airport Nënë Tereza include Aegean Airlines to Athens and Air Serbia to Belgrade. 22 9
Top International Airline
Wizz Air was the largest carrier at Tirana International Airport Nënë Tereza in 2025, with 54.33% of passengers, then Ryanair at 21.86% and Lufthansa at 2.86%. Austrian Airlines flies Vienna. Nothing lands in Dhërmi. 9
Highway Access
SH8 National Road (Llogara Pass connects Dhërmi to Vlorë and Sarandë). 5 8
Main Train/Transit Hub
No trains. Furgon (Minibus) station is at the top of the village on the main road.
Public Transport Passes
None. Pay the driver directly in cash (approx. 500 ALL to Vlorë).

Essentials

City
Dhërmi (Drymades), a village in Himarë municipality, Vlorë County, on the Albanian Riviera. 6 5
Population
About 1,800. The Wikipedia infobox gives that total and no census year. 6
Internet Speed
No measured Dhërmi average was found. Livingcost (21 June 2026) lists a 50 Mbps or faster unlimited home plan in Vlorë, the nearest indexed city, at $19.90 a month, about 1,607 ALL at 80.73 lek per US dollar. Vodafone markets 5G on its tourist eSIM; coverage in the village was not measured. 7 2
Currency & Banking
Albanian lek (ALL). This run uses the country-prep exchange rate of 80.73 ALL per US dollar, dated 22 October 2026. 1
Tap Water
Do not drink the tap water. FCDO says it may cause illness and to drink bottled water only. 3
Power
Officially 220V, 50Hz, Type C (Europlug) and Type F (Schuko). Wikivoyage says power cuts are more common outside Tirana than in the capital. 4
SIM Card
Vodafone, One and ALBtelecom. Vodafone digital Tourist Pack is 3,300 ALL for 1.2 TB, 1,000 national minutes and 30 days, plus 3 GB roaming in Greece. Tourist Tera Pack 1 is 2,700 ALL (1 TB, 15 days) and Pack 2 is 2,900 ALL (1.1 TB, 21 days). Checkout includes an ID check, and a passport is required for a prepaid SIM. 2 24 4
Banking for Expats
BKT or Credins Bank. Revolut works for withdrawals but most ATMs charge 700-800 ALL fee.
Accommodation
Mehilli Hotel on Rruga e kampit from 2,393 ALL, Dima Vista on Rruga Dhima at 5,000 ALL (page updated July 2026), Hotel Summer Dream at Drymades from 5,966 ALL, and Empire Beach Resort from 12,591 ALL. Village rooms start around €20, beach rooms around €20 to €40, and camping around €4 a person. 5
Cashless Friendly
No, very cash-heavy. Only large hotels and upscale beach clubs accept cards.
Short Term Rentals
Wikivoyage quotes village rooms from about €20 and beach rooms from about €20 to €40. July and August are the dear months, and August should be booked ahead. Camping is about €4 a person. 5
Budget Accommodation
Camping is about €4 a person, and shared rooms are quoted down to about €5 a person. Mehilli Hotel on Rruga e kampit is listed from 2,393 ALL. Shkolla Hostel did not appear on Wikivoyage or OpenStreetMap. 5
Best Area to Stay for Tourists
Dhërmi Beach (lower area) for nightlife and sea access. 5
Best Area to Stay for Digital Nomads
Dhërmi Village (Upper Old Town) for better views, lower prices, and authentic vibe. 5

Working and Networking

Best Coworking Space
No dedicated coworking; Turtle Farm Albania (nearby) offers a nomad-friendly porch.
Best Cafe for Work
Cafe Zurru (Upper Village) - quiet, great views, and reliable Wi-Fi.
Networking Events
Kala Festival, usually at the start of June, plus Turtle Fest and ION Festival, all listed for Dhërmi. Wikivoyage gives no month for Turtle Fest or ION. 5
Social Events for Expats
Expats in Albania Facebook group; local 'Xhiro' (evening walk) in the old village.

Health and Wellness

Best Hospital
Spitali Rajonal Vlorë, 1 Rruga Ali Demi, Babicë e Madhe. The village is about 42 km south of Vlorë, over the Llogara Pass. FCDO says emergency care is very poor outside Tirana; the ambulance number is 127. 17 6 3
Yoga & Wellness Centers
Empire Beach Resort offers seasonal yoga classes on the deck.
Gyms & Fitness Centers
Outdoor training at the beach; many high-end resorts have small private gyms.
Laundry Services
Self-service is rare; most guesthouses like 'Drymades Inn' offer laundry for a small fee.

Food and Drink

Best Food Delivery App
None available. Most restaurants offer direct takeaway.
Best Local Dish to Try
Tavë kosi, baked lamb with rice and yogurt, is described as a national dish. In Dhërmi a restaurant meal is about €10, with fish, Albanian, Italian and Greek menus, and fast food under €4. 4 5
Vegan/Vegetarian Options
Luciano (Beachfront) offers great pasta and salads; Byrek (Spinach/Cheese) at local bakeries.
Best Dessert Spots
Gelateria d'Italia at Drymades Beach.
Affordable Shopping Spots
Small markets in the Upper Village; Big Market in Himarë for better variety.
E-commerce/Online Store
Meksi.al (Delivery to Vlorë/Himarë) or Gjirafa50 (Electronics).
Grocery Delivery
Not available; shopping must be done at local 'Market' stalls.
Bar/Nightlife Area
Havana Beach Bar on Dhërmi Beach, a beach bar since 2001, and Cafe del Mare Pub. Wikivoyage names those two as the places to go out. 5
Local Brewery
Birra Korça or Birra Tirana (available at all local tavernas).
Wine Bars
Havana Beach Club offers an extensive international and local wine list.
Street Food Stalls
Local Byrek stands in the morning (approx. 50-80 ALL per piece).
Popular International Cuisine
Yamato (Sushi/Fusion) located within the Zoe Hora resort.

Culture and Attractions

Must-See Landmarks
Kisha e Manastirit të Panaisë, the Monastery of Saint Mary, above the old village. 19 5
Museums & Art Venues
The narrow stone streets of the Old Dhërmi Village are an open-air museum.
Historical Sites
The Pirates' Cave on the coast, reached by boat or on foot. 5
Religious Sites
Kisha e Manastirit të Panaisë above the village, Kisha e Shën Athanasit on Rruga Vlladas, St. Nicolas Church on Rruga Megali Hora, and the Monastery of Saint Theodore above the beach. 19 20 21 5 23
Annual Events
Kala Festival, usually at the start of June, and Turtle Fest. ION Festival is listed as well. A month for Turtle Fest was not on the page. 5
Cultural Districts
Dhërmi Old Village (Upper Town). 5
Theater Venues
None; seasonal outdoor performances at beach clubs.
Local Markets
Small roadside stands selling honey, mountain tea (Caj Mali), and olive oil. 5 8
Music Scene
Electronic music dominates the summer beach club scene (July-August).
Street Art
Minimal; local murals can be found near the beach boardwalk.
Cooking Classes
Informal classes often arranged by 'Turtle Farm Albania'.
Art Galleries
None; localized artisan shops selling carved wood.
Historic Buildings
Stone houses along the narrow paths of the old village. 5
Local Heritage
Albanian iso-polyphony, the southern Tosk and Lab singing tradition, inscribed by UNESCO in 2008. The listing is national and names the Gjirokastër folk festival, not a Dhërmi stage. 10

Nature and Outdoor Activities

Nearby Nature Escapes
Llogara National Park on SH8, north of the village. The pass sits at 1,027 m above the Riviera. 8 18
National Parks Nearby
Llogara National Park (Parku Kombëtar i Llogarasë), set aside in 1966 and about 1,769 hectares, with the flag pine (Pisha e Flamurit) and hiking on the Ceraunian Mountains. 8 18
Cycling/Walking Paths
EuroVelo 8 runs through the village. The marked coast path to Himarë takes about 6 hours, and the Gjipe canyon walk is about 4 km to the 75 m Petasma waterfall. 5
Scenic Viewpoints
The Llogara Pass at 1,027 m on SH8, looking over the Albanian Riviera and the Ionian coast. 8
Birdwatching Locations
Llogara National Park, described as an important bird area, with griffon vulture, golden eagle and rock partridge among the species on the park page. 8
Bonfire-Friendly Spots
Gjipe Beach (popular for camping and evening campfires).

Business

Studio Purchase Price (City Center)
Approx. €2,200 per m² (e.g., 40 m² = €88,000 for sea-view units).
Studio Purchase Price (Outside City)
Approx. €1,400 per m² (e.g., 40 m² = €56,000 in mountain-side village).
1-Bedroom Purchase Price (City Center)
Approx. €2,000 per m² (e.g., 60 m² = €120,000).
1-Bedroom Purchase Price (Outside City)
Approx. €1,200 per m² (e.g., 60 m² = €72,000).
2-Bedroom Purchase Price (City Center)
Approx. €1,800 per m² (e.g., 80 m² = €144,000).
2-Bedroom Purchase Price (Outside City)
Approx. €1,100 per m² (e.g., 80 m² = €88,000).
Corporate Tax
Headline corporate income tax is 15% of taxable profit. PwC (reviewed 22 July 2026) also says entities with annual gross income up to 14 million ALL pay 0% until 31 December 2029. 13 11
Dividend Withholding Tax
8% on dividends. 11
Tax System
Residents are taxed on worldwide income. A resident has a permanent home in Albania or stays more than 183 days in the calendar year. Non-residents are taxed on Albanian-source income. 11 25
Highest Income Tax Bracket
23% on annual employment income above 2,040,000 ALL, and 13% up to that amount, from 1 January 2025. The monthly withholding table still shows 23% on the slice above 200,000 ALL a month. 11
VAT
20% Standard rate; 6% for accommodation services. 12
Controlled Foreign Company (CFC) Rules
Yes, for natural persons only. Undistributed passive income of a controlled foreign entity is taxed when that passive income is more than 30% of the entity profit (Law 29/2023). PwC says the rule does not apply to companies. Reviewed 22 July 2026. 14
Property Tax
0.05% of the building value a year for a home, and 0.20% when the building is used commercially. Agricultural land is taxed per hectare and other land per square metre. PwC reviewed 22 July 2026. 12
Property Transaction Tax
On a building the transfer tax is a municipal charge in lek per square metre. Tirana and Durrës charge 1,000 ALL per m² for homes and 2,000 ALL for commercial buildings. For land the indicative rate is 2% of the sale value, and each municipality sets its own rate under Law 9632. The cadastre keeps 3% of the tax it collects. A separate 15% tax applies to the capital gain. Himarë municipality's lek-per-square-metre rate was not found. 16
Attractive Tax System for Digital Nomads
Remote workers use the unique permit for digital mobile workers under Law 79/2021 article 68. The country prep reports possible non-resident treatment for the first 12 months under Law 36/2023; this conflicts with the tax profile, which records no statutory nomad tax regime. Confirm eligibility before relying on foreign-income relief. 15

About these guide entries

Method
Researched
Last updated
Oct 28, 2026
Last changed
Oct 31, 2026

Checked against the sources below and compared with similar cities. Numbers in the list point to these sources.

  1. Bank of Albania official exchange rateOfficial
  2. Vodafone eSIM Tourist Tera packsOfficial
  3. FCDO Albania healthOfficial
  4. Wikivoyage AlbaniaSecondary
  5. Wikivoyage DhërmiSecondary
  6. Wikipedia DhërmiSecondary
  7. Livingcost Vlorë, updated 21 June 2026Index
  8. Wikipedia Llogara National ParkSecondary
  9. Wikipedia Tirana International AirportSecondary
  10. UNESCO Albanian folk iso-polyphonyOfficial
  11. PwC Albania personal income tax, reviewed 22 July 2026Secondary
  12. PwC Albania VAT and real-estate tax, reviewed 22 July 2026Secondary
  13. PwC Albania corporate income tax, reviewed 22 July 2026Secondary
  14. PwC Albania CFC rules, reviewed 22 July 2026Secondary
  15. Interior Ministry unique residence permitOfficial
  16. AlProfit on immovable-property transfer taxes, rechecked 11 October 2026Secondary
  17. OSM Spitali Rajonal VlorëOther
  18. OSM Parku Kombëtar i LlogarasëOther
  19. OSM Kisha e Manastirit të PanaisëOther
  20. OSM Kisha e Shën Athanasit, DhërmiOther
  21. OSM St. Nicolas Church, DhërmiOther
  22. Wikipedia Air AlbaniaSecondary
  23. Wikipedia HimarëSecondary
  24. Vodafone SIM Tourist Pack checkout stepsOfficial
  25. PwC Albania individual tax residenceSecondary

Change history

    • Method Generated Researched
    • Accommodation Range of Guesthouses, boutique hotels, and villas via Airbnb and Booking.com. Mehilli Hotel on Rruga e kampit from 2,393 ALL, Dima Vista on Rruga Dhima at 5,000 ALL…
    • Annual Events Kala Festival (June) and Turtle Fest (August). Kala Festival, usually at the start of June, and Turtle Fest. ION Festival is listed as…
    • Attractive Tax System for Digital Nomads Unique Digital Nomad Visa available; 0% tax for IT freelancers/small businesses under 14m… Remote workers use the unique permit for digital mobile workers under Law 79/2021 article…
    • Bar/Nightlife Area Drymades Beach area and PepperOni Beach Bar. Havana Beach Bar on Dhërmi Beach, a beach bar since 2001, and Cafe del Mare Pub…
    • Best Beach Nearby Gjipe Beach (accessible by hike or boat) - pristine and secluded. Gjipe Bay, by boat or by the canyon path, about 4 km up to the 75 m Petasma waterfall…
    31 more changes
    • Best Hospital Regional Hospital of Vlorë (Spitali Rajonal Vlorë), approx. 1 hour drive. Spitali Rajonal Vlorë, 1 Rruga Ali Demi, Babicë e Madhe. The village is about 42 km south…
    • Best Local Dish to Try Tave Kosi (Baked lamb with yogurt) or fresh grilled octopus. Tavë kosi, baked lamb with rice and yogurt, is described as a national dish. In Dhërmi a…
    • Birdwatching Locations Ceraunian Mountains surrounding the village. Llogara National Park, described as an important bird area, with griffon vulture, golden…
    • Budget Accommodation Shkolla Hostel (approx. $15-$20/night for a dorm bed). Camping is about €4 a person, and shared rooms are quoted down to about €5 a person…
    • City Dhërmi, Vlorë County, Albania Dhërmi (Drymades), a village in Himarë municipality, Vlorë County, on the Albanian…
    • Controlled Foreign Company (CFC) Rules Yes, applicable under the Law on Income Tax. Yes, for natural persons only. Undistributed passive income of a controlled foreign entity…
    • Corporate Tax 15% (for companies with turnover over 14 million ALL). Headline corporate income tax is 15% of taxable profit. PwC (reviewed 22 July 2026) also…
    • Currency & Banking Albanian Lek (ALL). 1 USD ≈ 94 ALL. Cash is king; Euro often accepted in hotels. Albanian lek (ALL). This run uses the country-prep exchange rate of 80.73 ALL per US…
    • Cycling/Walking Paths Trail from Dhërmi to Gjipe Beach (approx. 1 hour moderately difficult hike). EuroVelo 8 runs through the village. The marked coast path to Himarë takes about 6 hours…
    • Dividend Withholding Tax 8% 8% on dividends.
    • Highest Income Tax Bracket 23% for income over 200,000 ALL/month. 23% on annual employment income above 2,040,000 ALL, and 13% up to that amount, from 1…
    • Historic Buildings The restored stone houses of the Upper Village. Stone houses along the narrow paths of the old village.
    • Historical Sites The Pirates' Cave (Shpella e Piratëve) accessible by boat. The Pirates' Cave on the coast, reached by boat or on foot.
    • Internet Speed 30-50 Mbps average on fiber; 4G/5G coverage is strong via Vodafone No measured Dhërmi average was found. Livingcost (21 June 2026) lists a 50 Mbps or faster…
    • Local Heritage Polyphonic singing (ISO-Polyphony), recognized by UNESCO. Albanian iso-polyphony, the southern Tosk and Lab singing tradition, inscribed by UNESCO…
    • Must-See Landmarks St. Mary's Monastery (Manastiri i Shën Marisë) overlooking the village. Kisha e Manastirit të Panaisë, the Monastery of Saint Mary, above the old village.
    • National Parks Nearby Llogara National Park - famous for the flag pine and hiking trails. Llogara National Park (Parku Kombëtar i Llogarasë), set aside in 1966 and about 1,769…
    • Nearby Nature Escapes Llogara National Park (15 mins drive north). Llogara National Park on SH8, north of the village. The pass sits at 1,027 m above the…
    • Networking Events Mainly informal gatherings at Kala Festival or ION Festival (June/September). Kala Festival, usually at the start of June, plus Turtle Fest and ION Festival, all listed…
    • Population Approximately 1,800 (Permanent), increases significantly in summer About 1,800. The Wikipedia infobox gives that total and no census year.
    • Power 230V, 50Hz, 🔌 Type C and F (standard European) Officially 220V, 50Hz, Type C (Europlug) and Type F (Schuko). Wikivoyage says power cuts…
    • Property Tax Annual tax based on surface area (approx. 0.05% of value). 0.05% of the building value a year for a home, and 0.20% when the building is used…
    • Property Transaction Tax 3% of the sales price or transfer of ownership. On a building the transfer tax is a municipal charge in lek per square metre. Tirana and…
    • Religious Sites Church of St. Spyridon with its distinctive white architecture and blue domes. Kisha e Manastirit të Panaisë above the village, Kisha e Shën Athanasit on Rruga Vlladas…
    • SIM Card Vodafone Albania or One Albania. Tourist pack: ~2,000 ALL for 40GB/21 days. Vodafone, One and ALBtelecom. Vodafone digital Tourist Pack is 3,300 ALL for 1.2 TB, 1,000…
    • Scenic Viewpoints Llogara Pass Panorama - view of the entire Ionian coast. The Llogara Pass at 1,027 m on SH8, looking over the Albanian Riviera and the Ionian…
    • Short Term Rentals Airbnb prices range from $40/night (off-season) to $120/night (peak July/August). Wikivoyage quotes village rooms from about €20 and beach rooms from about €20 to €40. July…
    • Tap Water Not recommended for drinking. Use bottled water (approx. 50 ALL per 1.5L). Do not drink the tap water. FCDO says it may cause illness and to drink bottled water…
    • Tax System Residents taxed on worldwide income; non-residents on Albanian source income. Residents are taxed on worldwide income. A resident has a permanent home in Albania or…
    • Top International Airline Lufthansa, Austrian Airlines, Wizz Air, Ryanair (via Tirana International Airport). Wizz Air was the largest carrier at Tirana International Airport Nënë Tereza in 2025, with…
    • Top Regional Airline Air Albania (flying into Tirana TIA). Dhërmi has no airport. Air Albania, the former flag carrier into Tirana, ceased operations…

    fix pass: Currency & Banking now uses only the country-prep exchange rate; Tap Water uses the shared bottled-water advice; SIM Card adopts the prep-based country wording; Tax System adds the permanent-home and 183-day test; Attractive Tax System for Digital Nomads states the unresolved first-year treatment. Accommodation, Short Term Rentals, Budget Accommodation, Best Hospital, Religious Sites, Local Markets and Best Area to Stay for Digital Nomads have additional source limitations under Not verified. The Dhërmi guide citation uses its accessible canonical address; research date and model attribution refreshed (bankofalbania.org, gov.uk, home.vodafone.al, taxsummaries.pwc.com, mb.gov.al, en.wikivoyage.org).

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