North Macedonia’s landscapes range from urban Skopje and lake regions to mountains, valleys and agricultural areas.

Skopje Region

The capital region combines urban culture with Vodno Mountain, Matka Canyon and nearby historic sites.

Ohrid and Southwest

Lake Ohrid, Ohrid town, Struga and Galicica National Park form one of the country’s major travel areas.

Pelagonia

Bitola and Prilep anchor a region with archaeological heritage, mountains and agricultural landscapes.

Western Mountains

Mavrovo and surrounding areas offer hiking, winter sports, forests and mountain villages.

Eastern North Macedonia

Eastern areas include Štip, Kratovo and wine-producing landscapes.

Prespa

The Prespa region combines lake scenery, protected nature and cross-border landscapes.

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