What are the most spectacular roads in Cameroon?

Located in Central Africa, Cameroon is 475,440 km2 (183,570 sq mi). It’s the 25th largest country in Africa, slightly larger than Sweden and the US state of California. The country is usually nicknamed Africa in miniature, because it has all the major climates and vegetation of the continent. It comprises coastal plains along the Gulf of Guinea, volcanic plateaus in the Cameroon Highlands, and semi-arid landscapes in the north.

The most spectacular roads in the country include the wild Route Nationale 17 (N17), located in the southeastern part of the country; the tough road from Mamfe to Ekok and the defiant N15 Road, a gravel road located in the central part of the country with a length of 391 km. This track can get very muddy and slippery after rain making it challenging to get through.

Route Nationale 17 (N17) is a challenging road located in the southeastern part of Cameroon.

Running from Cameroon to Nigeria, the road linking Mamfe to Ekok is one of the most challenging experiences anywhere. It’s a remarkable road trip.

Ekok bridge is a continuous concrete box girder deck with six spans on the Cross river on the Cameroon-Nigeria border. It’s one of the most spectacular bridges in the world.

N 15 is a gravel road located in Central Cameroon with a length of 391 km. This track can get very muddy and slippery after rain making it challenging to get through. During and after a storm the road may be impassable, even with a four-wheel-drive vehicle.

P6 is a gravel road located in the East Province of Cameroon with a length of 221 km. In order to complete the drive you'll have to usea a ferry crossing by the Dja river.

The Ring Road, often referred to as National Road No. 11 (RN11), encircles the picturesque grassfields of Cameroon, making it one of the nation's most iconic scenic drives. This approximately 365 km (226 miles) long route links all the divisional headquarters of the North-West region, starting and ending in Bamenda, the regional capital. Along this drive, travelers can witness majestic mountains, serene crater lakes, and unique kingdoms known as Fondoms.

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