Ohrid
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I simply love traveling off-season. That blissful time at prime destinations when prices are low and crowds are gone. However, this doesn’t always fly with regards to beach resorts and coastal destinations… the quiet pre- and post-period can cause the alluring hustle and bustle of a local beach scene to promptly die out. I spent an entire autumn, winter and spring in the Balkans and concluded this over and over again when roaming down the coastline of countries such as Montenegro and Albania: I found long stretches of delightful beach towns, offering almost private access to the crystal-clear waters of the Adriatic, yet lacking the turmoil caused by those sunny summers. That said, I traced down one Balkan “beach” resort breaking that cycle: Ohrid. Why? Because this place is so much more than just a pleasant coastal town…
Ohrid is a jaw-dropping UNESCO World Heritage Site, rubbing shoulders with the illustrious Ohrid Lake and Galičica National Park. Even though I had already seen the famous Ohrid Lake from the Albanian side (its 70% Macedonian and 30% Albanian – bordering the town of Pogradec), the two destinations on opposite sides of the water make for a very different experience. Fair enough, Pogradec is pleasant… but Ohrid is extraordinary: Macedonia’s sweetheart and #1 tourist destination for very clear reasons. When in Macedonia, there’s no way around it.
Ohrid is a jaw-dropping UNESCO World Heritage Site, rubbing shoulders with the illustrious Ohrid Lake and Galičica National Park. Even though I had already seen the famous Ohrid Lake from the Albanian side (its 70% Macedonian and 30% Albanian – bordering the town of Pogradec), the two destinations on opposite sides of the water make for a very different experience. Fair enough, Pogradec is pleasant… but Ohrid is extraordinary: Macedonia’s sweetheart and #1 tourist destination for very clear reasons. When in Macedonia, there’s no way around it.
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More Than Just a Coastal Town
What does a town have to do to be crowned UNESCO World Heritage in its entirety? Looking at Ohrid, apparently combining an outstanding natural element such as Lake Ohrid with carefully preserving one of the oldest human settlements in Europe. The town ensembles a great quantity of archaeological remains from the Bronze Age up until the Middle Ages, including some 2500 square meters of Byzantine frescoes and over 800 icons (check out the Icon Gallery). The cultural, architectural, historic and artistic value is immeasurable. Let’s face it, you won’t be able to visit all of Ohrid’s archaeological sites and churches… the small city is known for once having 365 of ‘em, one for each day of the year. However, when making a selection, try to include at least a few of the following: St. Sophia, St. John Kaneo, Holy Moher of God Perivleptos, Monastery of St. Naum, Holy Mary Perybleptos, Plaoshnik, the Holy Virgin Mary Kamenik and/or St. Clement* and Panteleimon. Church’ed out? The National Ohrid Museum (Robevci House) presents an ethnographic collection in the former house of one of Ohrid's most influential families.
* Saint Clement of Ohrid was one of the first medieval saints and one of the disciples of Saints Cyril and Methodius. He is associated with the creation of the Glagolitic and Cyrillic alphabet.
What does a town have to do to be crowned UNESCO World Heritage in its entirety? Looking at Ohrid, apparently combining an outstanding natural element such as Lake Ohrid with carefully preserving one of the oldest human settlements in Europe. The town ensembles a great quantity of archaeological remains from the Bronze Age up until the Middle Ages, including some 2500 square meters of Byzantine frescoes and over 800 icons (check out the Icon Gallery). The cultural, architectural, historic and artistic value is immeasurable. Let’s face it, you won’t be able to visit all of Ohrid’s archaeological sites and churches… the small city is known for once having 365 of ‘em, one for each day of the year. However, when making a selection, try to include at least a few of the following: St. Sophia, St. John Kaneo, Holy Moher of God Perivleptos, Monastery of St. Naum, Holy Mary Perybleptos, Plaoshnik, the Holy Virgin Mary Kamenik and/or St. Clement* and Panteleimon. Church’ed out? The National Ohrid Museum (Robevci House) presents an ethnographic collection in the former house of one of Ohrid's most influential families.
* Saint Clement of Ohrid was one of the first medieval saints and one of the disciples of Saints Cyril and Methodius. He is associated with the creation of the Glagolitic and Cyrillic alphabet.
Another intriguing sight, encompassing marks from almost all timelines embroidered through Ohrid’s history, is the Samuel Fortress. The construction, which was started during the times of King Philip II when the town was still called Lychnidos, is one of the largest of the country and occupies the entire Ohrid Hill. Outside of the downtown area following the coastline, you can track down the Bay of the Bones, which is a major tourist attraction. This museum, built on poles on top of the water, represents a reconstruction of the pile dwelling settlements of the Bronze and Iron Age. The most interesting part is that it’s actually hovering above the foundations of the original one, which can be explored by the means of scuba diving.
With Ohrid being as popular and well-visited as it is, keep in mind that all previously mentioned sights charge entry fees (yes, even the churches – even though they’re often prettiest from the outside). Freely accessible historic sights include the Ancient Theatre and the Gorna Porta, the entry gate to the ancient city walls.
* Feel like zooming in on the Ottoman period? Visit the Ali Pasha Mosque, Halveti Hayati Tekke and Old Bazaar.
With Ohrid being as popular and well-visited as it is, keep in mind that all previously mentioned sights charge entry fees (yes, even the churches – even though they’re often prettiest from the outside). Freely accessible historic sights include the Ancient Theatre and the Gorna Porta, the entry gate to the ancient city walls.
* Feel like zooming in on the Ottoman period? Visit the Ali Pasha Mosque, Halveti Hayati Tekke and Old Bazaar.
Galičica National Park
Another major draw, setting Ohrid apart from the more “standard” coastal resorts, is the extraordinary Galičica National Park right at its side. The park, existing since 1958, covers no less than 241.5 km², with peaks as high as 2265m (Kota F10). Nature enthusiasts can observe over 1600 different plant species and a rich fauna. As everywhere in Ohrid, the tourist infrastructure is sublime. A very well-kept and comprehensive trail network makes hiking a straightforward and hassle-free activity, with endless opportunities to mix and match different routes to suit your level of fitness and anticipate on external factors such as the weather conditions.
Another major draw, setting Ohrid apart from the more “standard” coastal resorts, is the extraordinary Galičica National Park right at its side. The park, existing since 1958, covers no less than 241.5 km², with peaks as high as 2265m (Kota F10). Nature enthusiasts can observe over 1600 different plant species and a rich fauna. As everywhere in Ohrid, the tourist infrastructure is sublime. A very well-kept and comprehensive trail network makes hiking a straightforward and hassle-free activity, with endless opportunities to mix and match different routes to suit your level of fitness and anticipate on external factors such as the weather conditions.
My trail was walked in winter when the higher parts were inaccessible due to heavy snowfall. In summer, more extensive hikes can be made. I recommend my marked starting point (flag), as it allows you to simply walk towards the park from the downtown area, without the need for taxis or public transport.
Besides hiking, there’s another, more bad-ass way to discover Galičica. ATV Adventure Ohrid provides adrenaline-drenched quad and buggy tours right through the wilderness of Macedonia’s most pristine natural settings. The soothing scenery of snow-capped tree branches and gentle traditional villages, withstanding the test of time, couldn’t contrast more sharply with the roaring motors of me pumping that hulk of vehicle up the slippery hills. It are exactly those moments that reveal the cheeky child in me. Blasting through the mud until the dirt drips from my eyebrows while a memorable panorama stretches out beneath me… a shortcut to honest smiles of pure joy.
Besides half- and full-day tours through Galičica, ATV Adventure Ohrid offers cross-country adventures through traditional villages, sunset party tours and even a 7-day 3 lakes / 3 national parks tour. Explore Macedonia like a boss!
Besides half- and full-day tours through Galičica, ATV Adventure Ohrid offers cross-country adventures through traditional villages, sunset party tours and even a 7-day 3 lakes / 3 national parks tour. Explore Macedonia like a boss!
Photos by Miles Watson Photography.
More Than Just A Coastal Town… But…
Ohrid has so much more to offer than just a charming coastline… but the coastline it does offer, is immediately one of the Balkan’s best. A year before the Old Town was absorbed into the UNESCO-list, Lake Ohrid already formed a part of the protected heritage. This body of water has been around since an estimated 3 million years, forming the habitat of more than 200 plant and animal species which are entirely unique to the lake. Besides a variety of beaches, including the Lagadin, Gradiste and Ljubanista Beach, Ohrid Lake offers excellent opportunities for water sports, including scuba diving and paragliding. A more accessible and laidback way to explore the clear waters is per boat tour, for which I strongly recommend Ohrid Lake Cruises by Mato. Considering the very affordable rate of just €25 for a 6-hour boat tour, it’s worth mentioning that this is one of the most comfortable and luxurious boats I have ever cruised around in. Sinking deep into the soft leather seats while gently rocking on the waves, I listened to the captivating stories of Captain Dimitar. My brain tried to juggle taking in all this detailed and entertaining information, while drinking in this million-dollar landscape I simply couldn’t get enough of. What a perfect day out on the water… a memory forever tied to my times in Macedonia.
Boat tours tend to sell out quickly in high season! Reserve your spot timely via this booking link or call +389 78 339 377!
More Than Just A Coastal Town… But…
Ohrid has so much more to offer than just a charming coastline… but the coastline it does offer, is immediately one of the Balkan’s best. A year before the Old Town was absorbed into the UNESCO-list, Lake Ohrid already formed a part of the protected heritage. This body of water has been around since an estimated 3 million years, forming the habitat of more than 200 plant and animal species which are entirely unique to the lake. Besides a variety of beaches, including the Lagadin, Gradiste and Ljubanista Beach, Ohrid Lake offers excellent opportunities for water sports, including scuba diving and paragliding. A more accessible and laidback way to explore the clear waters is per boat tour, for which I strongly recommend Ohrid Lake Cruises by Mato. Considering the very affordable rate of just €25 for a 6-hour boat tour, it’s worth mentioning that this is one of the most comfortable and luxurious boats I have ever cruised around in. Sinking deep into the soft leather seats while gently rocking on the waves, I listened to the captivating stories of Captain Dimitar. My brain tried to juggle taking in all this detailed and entertaining information, while drinking in this million-dollar landscape I simply couldn’t get enough of. What a perfect day out on the water… a memory forever tied to my times in Macedonia.
Boat tours tend to sell out quickly in high season! Reserve your spot timely via this booking link or call +389 78 339 377!
Quick Budget Fact Overview
Macedonia Facts
Short History Recap
808-399BC: Caranus establishes ancient Macedonian Kingdom. 498-454BC: Kingdom expanded by Alexander I – fights as Persian ally in Greek-Persian Wars. 453-413BC: His son Perdiccas II sparks conflict between Athens and Sparta which turns into the 27-year Peloponnesian War. 359-335BC: Philip II turns Macedonia into the greatest European Power after controlling the Illyrians, Thracians, and Greeks. Battle of Chaeronea: Marks end of Greek history and the beginning of the Macedonian Era. 336-323BC: Philip’s son Alexander the Great conquers Persian Empire. Macedonian Empire world’s largest: stretching from Europe to North Africa and India. 323-300BC: Death of Alexander the Great causes civil war - Macedonian Empire divided in dynasties of Alexander’s generals Antigonus I (Macedonia and Greece), Ptolemy I (Egypt), and Seleucus I (Asia). 222-179BC: Macedonian Wars against Romans end up in defeat of Philip V’s (Antoginus I’s heir) armies: Macedonia loses entire Greece. 51-63AD: Apostle Paul and his disciples preach Christianity for the first time on European soil, in the Macedonian towns Philippi / Thessalonica / Beroea. 146: Macedonia is Roman province. 395: Roman Empire splits into Western and Eastern (Byzantine) Empire. 535: Slavs overrun Macedonia, Greece, Illyria, and Thrace. 855-886: Macedonian Cyril and Methodius create first Cyrillic script. Their disciples Clement and Naum of Ohrid spread Christianity in the Slavonic language. 867-1025: Basil I first Macedonian Byzantine Emperor. 1389: Conquered by Ottoman Empire. 1912-13: Greece / Serbia / Bulgaria / Macedonia defeat Ottoman rule in Macedonia. Macedonia is denied independence in Treaty of Bucharest: divided between Greece, Serbia, and Bulgaria (Greece takes the biggest, southern half of Macedonia and renames it "Northern Greece”). ‘13: Start WWI - Macedonia occupied by Bulgaria. ’18: End WWI, Macedonia becomes part of Serbia again. Kingdom of Serbs, Croats and Slovenes founded, in ’29 renamed Kingdom of Yugoslavia. ’40-’45: WWII - Bulgaria (Hitler’s ally) occupies Macedonia. ’45: Establishment Socialist Federal Republic of Yugoslavia – 6 republics, incl. future Macedonia. ‘80s: Rise of nationalism. ’91: Referendum – support independence. ’93: UN membership. Kosovo War drives Kosovarans into Macedonia. ’94: Afraid of historical / cultural / linguistic claims over Aegean / South Macedonia, Greece insists that the there is no Macedonian nation and the name "Macedonia" can’t be used – trade embargo after refusal. ’95: Human Rights Watch condemns Greece. Amnesty International & European Parliament urge Greece to recognize Macedonian language and stop the oppression of the in 1913 appropriated Macedonian territory. 2001: Uprising ethnic Albanians demanding equal rights. Western-backed Ohrid Peace Agreement: Pro-Albanian rights. ‘04 March: Application EU membership – ’05: EU candidate. ’08: Greece blocks bids to join EU & Nato over name objections. Macedonia recognises Kosovo. ’09: Visa-free travel within EU's Schengen zone for Macedonians. ’19: Country name changed to North Macedonia after ratification by Greek and Macedonian parliaments, in an attempt to stop Greece blocking EU and Nato bids.
The Greek-Macedonian name dispute explained:
Macedonia Facts
- Capital: Skopje
- Language: Macedonian
- Population: ± 2.01 mln (Ohrid: ± 42,000)
- Sq km: ± 25,713 (Ohrid: ± 383.9)
- Currency: Denar (Ден / MKD)
- Electricity Outlet: C and F / 230C / 50Hz. Check here.
- Country Code Phone: +389
- Emergency Phone: 112 (general), 194 (ambulance), 193 (fire), 192 (police)
- Visa: Check out the visa requirements here. Official website here.
- Vaccinations: Hep-A, Hep-B, DTP, Covid.
- Climate Skopje: Oceanic Climate (Cfb).
- High season: June – September.
Short History Recap
808-399BC: Caranus establishes ancient Macedonian Kingdom. 498-454BC: Kingdom expanded by Alexander I – fights as Persian ally in Greek-Persian Wars. 453-413BC: His son Perdiccas II sparks conflict between Athens and Sparta which turns into the 27-year Peloponnesian War. 359-335BC: Philip II turns Macedonia into the greatest European Power after controlling the Illyrians, Thracians, and Greeks. Battle of Chaeronea: Marks end of Greek history and the beginning of the Macedonian Era. 336-323BC: Philip’s son Alexander the Great conquers Persian Empire. Macedonian Empire world’s largest: stretching from Europe to North Africa and India. 323-300BC: Death of Alexander the Great causes civil war - Macedonian Empire divided in dynasties of Alexander’s generals Antigonus I (Macedonia and Greece), Ptolemy I (Egypt), and Seleucus I (Asia). 222-179BC: Macedonian Wars against Romans end up in defeat of Philip V’s (Antoginus I’s heir) armies: Macedonia loses entire Greece. 51-63AD: Apostle Paul and his disciples preach Christianity for the first time on European soil, in the Macedonian towns Philippi / Thessalonica / Beroea. 146: Macedonia is Roman province. 395: Roman Empire splits into Western and Eastern (Byzantine) Empire. 535: Slavs overrun Macedonia, Greece, Illyria, and Thrace. 855-886: Macedonian Cyril and Methodius create first Cyrillic script. Their disciples Clement and Naum of Ohrid spread Christianity in the Slavonic language. 867-1025: Basil I first Macedonian Byzantine Emperor. 1389: Conquered by Ottoman Empire. 1912-13: Greece / Serbia / Bulgaria / Macedonia defeat Ottoman rule in Macedonia. Macedonia is denied independence in Treaty of Bucharest: divided between Greece, Serbia, and Bulgaria (Greece takes the biggest, southern half of Macedonia and renames it "Northern Greece”). ‘13: Start WWI - Macedonia occupied by Bulgaria. ’18: End WWI, Macedonia becomes part of Serbia again. Kingdom of Serbs, Croats and Slovenes founded, in ’29 renamed Kingdom of Yugoslavia. ’40-’45: WWII - Bulgaria (Hitler’s ally) occupies Macedonia. ’45: Establishment Socialist Federal Republic of Yugoslavia – 6 republics, incl. future Macedonia. ‘80s: Rise of nationalism. ’91: Referendum – support independence. ’93: UN membership. Kosovo War drives Kosovarans into Macedonia. ’94: Afraid of historical / cultural / linguistic claims over Aegean / South Macedonia, Greece insists that the there is no Macedonian nation and the name "Macedonia" can’t be used – trade embargo after refusal. ’95: Human Rights Watch condemns Greece. Amnesty International & European Parliament urge Greece to recognize Macedonian language and stop the oppression of the in 1913 appropriated Macedonian territory. 2001: Uprising ethnic Albanians demanding equal rights. Western-backed Ohrid Peace Agreement: Pro-Albanian rights. ‘04 March: Application EU membership – ’05: EU candidate. ’08: Greece blocks bids to join EU & Nato over name objections. Macedonia recognises Kosovo. ’09: Visa-free travel within EU's Schengen zone for Macedonians. ’19: Country name changed to North Macedonia after ratification by Greek and Macedonian parliaments, in an attempt to stop Greece blocking EU and Nato bids.
The Greek-Macedonian name dispute explained:
Even though the video concludes with stating that a solution has been found and an agreement reached, keep into account that this is only on paper. The people of the country of Macedonia are extremely offended if you refer to their country as North Macedonia, and when traveling in Greece you can get into heated discussions when you mention the "country of Macedonia." I learned this the hard way ;)
FREE Recommended Sights / Activities*
PAID Recommended Sights / Activities*
* A relatively complete overview of all sights and activities can be found on TripAdvisor or Lonely Planet… these lists include the ones I personally recommend.
Evening Entertainment
Local Festivals
FREE Recommended Sights / Activities*
- Sights: Old Town (UNESCO World Heritage); Old Bazaar; St. John Kaneo; Ancient Theatre; Ali Pasha Mosque; Gorna Porta; Halveti Hayati Tekke.
- Museums: National Workshop for Handmade Paper.
- Hikes / Nature: Lake Ohrid; National Park Galičica.
PAID Recommended Sights / Activities*
- Sights: Monastery of St. Naum; Tsar Samuel’s Fortress; St. Sophia; St. Clement of Ohrid; Holy Mary Perybleptos; Plaoshnik; Holy Virgin Mary Kamenko.
- Museums: Bay of the Bones Museum; National Ohrid Museum – Robevci House; Icon Gallery.
- Other: ATV Adventure Ohrid; Ohrid Lake Cruises; Scuba diving; Paragliding.
* A relatively complete overview of all sights and activities can be found on TripAdvisor or Lonely Planet… these lists include the ones I personally recommend.
Evening Entertainment
- Nightlife Areas: Old Town; New Town.
- Theatres: Ancient Macedonian Theatre.
Local Festivals
- Ohrid Fest Folklore Festival: Jul.
- Ohrid Summer Festival: Jul-Aug.
Budget Bites
Sleep Cheap
- Supermarkets: Kam; Tamarol; Tinex; Ramstore.
- Local Dishes: Chomlek (veal-beef stew); Turlitava (veg-meat stew); Gravče Na Tavče (baked beans with sausage); Selsko Meso (pork mushroom stew); Teleska Corba (veal stew); Musaka (potato-oven dish); Macedonian Pizza / Pastrmajlija; Kebapi / Chevapi (minced meat sausages); Pljeskavica (mixed meat patty); Kukurec (lamb intestines); Shirden (stuffed lamb stomach); Podvarok (sauerkraut pork casserole); Kompir Mandza (potato stew); Sirenje Vo Furna (cheese from oven); Yogurtlitava (rice / meat / yoghurt oven dish); Gjuvech (vegetables with chicken); Piftija (pig/cow legs and feet cooked in fat); Skara (mixed grill); Cironka (fermented bleak fish); Maznik & Zelnik & Burek (stuffed pastry); Gibanica (egg-cheese pastry); Gjomleze (crispy pastry); Sarma (stuffed cabbage rolls); Polneti Piperki (stuffed bell peppers); Ajvar (pepper spread); Pindjur (tomato-pepper-eggplant spread); Makolo (pepper-tomato-garlic spread); Malidzano (eggplant spread); Mekici (fried dough – breakfast with cheese/sour cream); Popara (cheese-bread dish); Kozinjak (sweet bread).
- The Veg Situation: Going vegan is rather complicated in Macedonia outside of the bigger cities, however going vegetarian makes it much easier. Find all veg-friendly in this destination here. Local vegetarian dishes (descriptions above): Gravče Na Tavče without sausage; Kompir Mandza; Sirenje Vo Furna; Maznik & Zelnik & Burek; Gibanica; Gjomleze; Ajvar; Pindjur; Makolo; Malizano; Mekici; Popara; Gjomleze.
- National Drink: Rakija (brandy); Wine; Mastika (anise brandy); Beer; Kefir.
- The local food delivery app is Kliknijadi.mk.
Sleep Cheap
- Hostels / Hotels: are relatively cheap in Macedonia – comparable to Albanian prices, but more expensive than Serbia and Bosnia and Herzegovina. If you’re with 2 people or more, a private room is generally cheaper than a dormitory bed in a hostel. I personally found the best deals on Booking.com, which is generally cheaper than Air BnB listings here. Booking.com also has the biggest selection, is transparent about the final price and has an efficient search engine tailored to your specific needs. If you use it often enough, generous Genius-discounts are applied. Agoda is often not transparent about prices, adding a lot of additional costs in the last booking-step. Opodo is a better alternative. Most municipalities charge a city tax.
- Couchsurfing: allows you to stay with locals. Nowadays it has a moderate sign-up cost (unless you put a third-world country as homebase), but paying extra for verification is unnecessary: Positive reviews are way more important. Once active, there are no costs for staying at someone’s house. In order to get accepted, make sure to write an elaborate review explaining why you applied to this specific profile and think you and your host are a good match (copy-pastes tend to be ignored). Alternatives are Be Welcome and Trust Roots.
- Housesitting: is an amazing exchange allowing you to stay short- or long-term in somebody’s house, while looking after their house and pets. There are many different websites, most of them paid… but once you've landed a sit, the subscription fee pays itself back. The main housesitting network is Trusted Housesitters.
- Wild Camping: is officially not allowed, but it’s tolerated. Avoid camping close to tourist areas, beaches or government buildings to avoid fines. In Ohrid you can find some hidden spots in Galičica National Park.
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- Safety: European cities like Ohrid are generally safe, but use your common sense like everywhere. Don’t walk alone in remote areas after sunset, don’t take valuables along and follow your instinct when entering certain neighbourhoods further away from the centre. Keep an eye on your belongings in public transport, as pickpocketing is common.
- Tap Water: is drinkable.
- The best credit/debit card for traveling is Wise, as they use the live conversion rates without any extra fees. Wise also has the lowest fees for sending money to foreign accounts. Keep in mind that some Macedonian ATMs charge a fee, which should always be indicated before completing the transaction.
- Simcard: At my time of visit, Lycamobile had the cheapest prepaid monthly deals with good reception. Simply buy the simcard in any kiosk on the street (around €3-4) and call 0791212 to get registered (online registration not possible for foreigners). Generally, there’s already a generous welcome package on it, valid for 30 days.
Transport
- Walking: In Ohrid, everything is at walking distance.
- Cycling: Ohrid is quite bicycle-friendly, incl. cycling lanes along the lake.
- City Buses / Tram / Metro: Ohrid doesn’t have a well-developed public transport network. One bus circles around town and leaves every 20min from alongside Turistčka Bulevard and Jane Sandanski street, costing anno 2022 40 denar.
- Taxi: You can easily hail down a taxi on the street, or call one upon request. Foreigners are prone to be overcharged: Negotiate the price in advance or make sure the meter is turned on, and double-check the route on a navigation app. In case you travel with 2+ people: A taxi from the center to the main bus station costs anno 2022 80 denar, which is the same as 2 bus tickets.
- Intercity Buses: The bus station is located quite far out of town, but it’s still walkable. There are national and international connections available, but bus schedules change continuously and online information can’t be trusted. It’s best to obtain up-to-date information at the bus station and buy tickets in advance. Europe’s main budget bus line Flixbus connects Ohrid with international destinations.
- Train: Ohrid doesn’t have a train station.
- Car Rental: As public transport isn’t too frequent in Macedonia and some more remote destinations are complicated to visit, renting a car might be a clever idea. Especially if your time is limited.
- Airport: Ohrid St. Paul The Apostle Airport (OHD); Skopje Alexander The Great Airport (SKP).
- Hitchhiking: is relatively safe in Macedonia, but it’s not very common. Take into account that English is not widely spoken, so chit-chat might be complicated. More info here.
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