How to drive the balcony road through Gorges of Terminet

Clue du Terminet is a spectacular canyon located in the Aude department of France. It’s one of the French balcony roads.

Clue du Terminet

Where are the Gorges of Terminet?

The gorges are located in the Occitania region, in the southern part of the country. The area has a reputation for spawning impressive electrical storms during the summer.

When was the road through the Gorges of Terminet built?

The road through the canyon was constructed in 1903.

Is the road through the Gorges of Terminet paved?

The gorges are traversed by the D40 road. It’s totally paved and runs along a narrow canyon carved by Le Sou River. It features many turns and narrow sections. Vehicles towing a caravan and trucks are forbidden.

How long is the road through the Gorges of Terminet?

Completely surrounded by mountains and forests, the staggering road is 4.5 km (2.79 miles) long, running northwest-southeast from the D212 Road to Termes.

 

 

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