This is the highest peak in the territory of Peja Municipality and the Rugova highlands, found at the central part of the Accursed Mountains in Kosovo. The north face of the mountain is quite a challenging climb as it features vertical rocks, while the alternative routes to its summit utilize the naturally created passes and troughs from the other sides of the mountain. Therefore, if you are summiting the mountain along its vertical parts, more advance climbing skills and special equipment are required. However, if rock climbing is not an option for you, the southern side provides paths for moderately difficult hiking, which also offers spectacular views and experiences. There are two directions you can take to reach the Guri i Kuq mountain, one from the village of Kuqishte, specifically the area of lakes known as Leqinat, and the other from the village of Lumbardh.
The first trail to the Guri i Kuq Peak starts in Leqinat area of Kuqishte village, which can be reached by any motorized transportation, and continues to the picturesque Leqinat lake found within a zone full of vegetation, and rich in various species of flora and fauna, providing for an unforgettable hiking experience. The trail continues through the thick forest, which is still used by local shepherds, to reach the Drelaj lake, which in the spring season is full of water. This area is quite well known for those that collect wild blueberries and mountain herbal teas. From here the trail proceeds through the area known as the Shkodra valley to reach the Guri i Kuq mountain, from where the summiting starts.
- Length: 7.2 km
- Minimum altitude 1,510 m / maximum altitude 2,522 m
- Difficulty: Moderate (suitable for mountaineers of all ages and visitors who are in good shape and are familiar with hiking, while during the winter season more technical skills are required)
- Duration: 4:30 h
The second trail to this peak is the one from Lumbardhi village, which can be reach by motorized transportation of the off-road type, which takes about an hour from the city of Peja. This trail also offers beautiful landscapes, along which you will see the so-called lake of the trees, and habitats of wild animals like mountain goats, before reaching the Guri i Kuq mountain and begin your ascent.
- Length: 9 km
- Minimum altitude 1,550 m / maximum altitude 2,522 m
- Difficulty: Moderate (suitable for mountaineers of all ages and visitors who are in good shape and are familiar with hiking, while during the winter season more technical skills are required)
- Duration: 5:30 h
