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The world's most beautiful roads and routes by ayesha abadit

Fashion by Ayesha Abadit August 01, 2025

 

🌍 The World’s Most Beautiful Roads and Routes:



1. Pacific Coast Highway (California, USA)

Route: San Francisco to San Diego
Highlights:

  • Dramatic ocean views along the Pacific Ocean

  • Big Sur cliffs, Bixby Creek Bridge

  • Coastal towns like Monterey and Santa Barbara

🛣️ Best Time to Visit: Spring and early fall (for mild weather and clear skies)

2. Amalfi Coast Road (Italy)

Route: Sorrento to Salerno
Highlights:

  • Clifftop villages like Positano and Ravello

  • Turquoise Mediterranean waters

  • Terraced vineyards and lemon groves

🍋 Known for: Romance, Italian culture, and narrow winding roads hugging cliffs.

3. Great Ocean Road (Australia)



Route: Torquay to Allansford, Victoria
Highlights:

  • The iconic Twelve Apostles limestone stacks

  • Rainforests, beaches, and kangaroos

  • Surf towns and waterfalls

🐨 Fun Fact: Built by returned WWI soldiers and dedicated to fallen comrades.

4. Chapman’s Peak Drive (South Africa)



Route: Hout Bay to Noordhoek, near Cape Town
Highlights:

  • 114 winding curves hugging steep cliffs

  • Atlantic Ocean crashing below

  • Viewpoints, hiking spots, and whale watching

🌊 Tip: Drive during sunset for mesmerizing golden hour views.

5. Route 1 (Ring Road, Iceland)

Route: Entire loop around Iceland (~1,332 km)
Highlights:

  • Glaciers, volcanoes, geysers, and waterfalls

  • Northern Lights (in winter)

  • Small villages and black sand beaches

🔥 Must-See Stops: Seljalandsfoss, Jokulsarlon Glacier Lagoon, and Skógafoss.

6. Stelvio Pass (Italy)



Route: Northern Italian Alps
Highlights:

  • 48 hairpin bends

  • Alpine landscapes and snowy peaks

  • Often called the most dramatic mountain road in Europe

🏍️ Popular Among: Motorcyclists and cycling enthusiasts.

7. Atlantic Ocean Road (Norway)

Route: Averøy to Eide, Western Norway
Highlights:

  • A series of bridges leaping from island to island

  • Wild sea views and arctic light

  • A feat of modern engineering in a rugged setting

🌫️ Experience: Storm-watching or smooth driving under the midnight sun.

8. Route 66 (USA)

Route: Chicago to Santa Monica (3,940 km)
Highlights:

  • Classic Americana and 1950s nostalgia

  • Desert scenery and quirky roadside attractions

  • Ghost towns and historic diners

🎸 Nickname: "The Mother Road" – famous in pop culture and history.

9. Trollstigen (Norway)

Route: Rauma Municipality, Western Norway
Highlights:

  • Winding mountain switchbacks

  • Steep inclines and waterfalls

  • Surreal views from the top viewpoint

⛰️ Seasonal: Only open in summer due to snow and avalanches.

10. Garden Route (South Africa)

Route: Mossel Bay to Storms River
Highlights:

  • Coastal cliffs, forests, lagoons, and beaches

  • Wildlife, ostrich farms, and elephant sanctuaries

  • Adventure sports like bungee jumping and surfing

🌿 Diverse Ecosystems: From the ocean to the forest in a short drive.

11. Transfăgărășan Highway (Romania)

Route: Across the Carpathian Mountains
Highlights:

  • Twisting turns through forested valleys and high peaks

  • Dracula's Castle (Poenari Fortress) is nearby

  • Glacial lakes and alpine meadows

🎥 Famous For: Featured on Top Gear as "the best road in the world."

12. Jebel Hafeet Mountain Road (UAE)

Route: Al Ain, UAE
Highlights:

  • 60 turns over 12 km

  • Sweeping desert and mountain views

  • Ends at a palace and hot springs

🏜️ Tip: Best driven at night with lights illuminating the serpentine road.

13. Milford Road (New Zealand)

Route: Te Anau to Milford Sound
Highlights:

  • Fjords, waterfalls, and rainforests

  • Tunnels through mountains

  • Seals, dolphins, and native birds

🌧️ Known For: Sudden rain showers that create hundreds of temporary waterfalls.

14. Karakoram Highway (Pakistan-China)

Route: Hassan Abdal to Kashgar
Highlights:

  • The world's highest paved international road

  • Hunza Valley, glaciers, and alpine lakes

  • Cultural stops along the ancient Silk Road

🗻 Fun Fact: Connects Pakistan and China through the Khunjerab Pass.

15. The Cabot Trail (Canada)

Route: Cape Breton Island, Nova Scotia
Highlights:

  • Ocean cliffs, highlands, and lighthouses

  • Whale-watching spots and Acadian culture

  • Hiking and seafood shacks

🍁 Best In: Autumn, when fall colors explode across the landscape.

Honorable Mentions:

  • Route des Grandes Alpes (France)

  • Highway 1 (Vietnam)

  • Blue Ridge Parkway (USA)

  • Sani Pass (South Africa to Lesotho)

  • Ruta 40 (Argentina)

✈️ Planning Tips

  • Time of year matters: Many mountain roads are closed in winter due to snow.

  • Local rules and safety: Check road conditions and fuel stops in remote areas.

  • Driving license & insurance: Especially for international routes, always verify coverage.

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