North Macedonia National Parks - Complete List

SUMMARY FOR NORTH MACEDONIA:
• Total Parks: 3
• Parks Listed Below: Galicica, Mavrovo, Pelister
• Average Country Rating: 59/100

PARK NAME: Galicica

Country: North Macedonia

Park ID: 1617

AVERAGE RATING: 56/100

Review Volume: Low number of reviews

DESCRIPTION:
Galicica National Park is situated between Lake Ohrid and Lake Prespa, featuring a mountain massif with diverse flora and fauna. The park is known for its rich biodiversity with over 1000 plant species, including many endemic varieties. The landscape ranges from Mediterranean to alpine zones, offering spectacular views of both lakes from its peaks.

COMPLETE RATINGS BREAKDOWN (All 10 Categories):

1. UNIQUENESS 42/100
2. INTENSITY 57/100
3. BEAUTY 67/100
4. GEOLOGY 57/100
5. PLANT LIFE 52/100
6. WILDLIFE 40/100
7. TRANQUILITY 78/100
8. ACCESSIBILITY 62/100
9. SAFETY 67/100
10. HERITAGE 38/100
Classification: National Park
Region: Ohrid, Resen
Established: 1958
Area: 227 km²
Annual Visitors: 40,000
Nearest City: Ohrid (3 mi)

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PARK NAME: Mavrovo

Country: North Macedonia

Park ID: 1618

AVERAGE RATING: 61/100

Review Volume: Low number of reviews

DESCRIPTION:
Mavrovo is the largest national park in North Macedonia, featuring the artificial Lake Mavrovo and the Mavrovo ski resort. The park is home to diverse wildlife including bears, wolves, and lynx, as well as numerous endemic plant species. Its landscape includes deep valleys, dense forests, and the peaks of the Bistra and Korab mountains.

COMPLETE RATINGS BREAKDOWN (All 10 Categories):

1. UNIQUENESS 47/100
2. INTENSITY 57/100
3. BEAUTY 78/100
4. GEOLOGY 64/100
5. PLANT LIFE 61/100
6. WILDLIFE 49/100
7. TRANQUILITY 70/100
8. ACCESSIBILITY 70/100
9. SAFETY 77/100
10. HERITAGE 37/100
Classification: National Park
Region: Polog, Southwestern
Established: 1949
Area: 730 km²
Annual Visitors: 100,000
Nearest City: Gostivar (15 mi)

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PARK NAME: Pelister

Country: North Macedonia

Park ID: 1619

AVERAGE RATING: 59/100

Review Volume: Low number of reviews

DESCRIPTION:
Pelister National Park is characterized by its ancient Molika pine forests and distinctive granite peaks. The park features two glacial lakes known as 'Mountain Eyes' and hosts numerous endemic species. It is particularly known for its geological diversity and as a habitat for rare wildlife including the Balkan Chamois.

COMPLETE RATINGS BREAKDOWN (All 10 Categories):

1. UNIQUENESS 58/100
2. INTENSITY 51/100
3. BEAUTY 63/100
4. GEOLOGY 55/100
5. PLANT LIFE 68/100
6. WILDLIFE 43/100
7. TRANQUILITY 83/100
8. ACCESSIBILITY 63/100
9. SAFETY 73/100
10. HERITAGE 35/100
Classification: National Park
Region: Pelagonia
Established: 1948
Area: 171.5 km²
Annual Visitors: 30,000
Nearest City: Bitola (6 mi)

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