How to drive the high mountain road to Great Kandovan Pass?

Great Kandovan is a high mountain pass at an elevation of 3,296m (10,813ft) above sea level, located in Iran. It’s one of the highest roads in the country.

Great Kandovan Pass

Where is the Great Kandovan Pass?

The pass is located on the boundary between Taleqan County of Alborz Province and Chalus County of Mazandaran Province, in the northern part of the country.

Is the Great Kandovan Pass unpaved?

The road to the pass is totally unpaved and very challenging, with countless turns. A 4x4 vehicle is required. If you don’t like heights, it’s better to avoid it, as the road includes dangerous drops.

How long is the road to Great Kandovan Pass?

Starting from the paved Gachsar - Taleqan Road, the road to the summit is about 8km (5 miles) long.
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