Road trip guide: Conquering Latpari Pass
Pereval Latpari is a high mountain pass at an elevation of 2.834m (9,297ft) above sea level, located in the Svaneti province of Georgia. It's one of the highest roads of Europe.
Where is Latpari Pass?
The pass is located in the Samegrelo-Zemo Svaneti region, in the western part of the country.
How long is the road to Latpari Pass?
The road through the summit is 21.4 km (13.29 miles) long, running north-south from Davberi to Chvelpi.
Is the road to Latpari Pass open in winter?
Set high in the Greater Caucasus mountain range, it’s one of the highest roads of Georgia. The trail usually becomes passable in late May. By the middle of June, most of the snow has already melted and the road is usually open.
How challenging is the road to Latpari Pass?
The road to the summit is extremely defiant. It’s totally unpaved, with dangerous drop-offs and narrow sections. It’s a bad road but doable with a high clearance, 4-wheel drive vehicle. This trail passes through remote areas, so you need to be prepared.
Pic: Daan Hoorn