How to drive the paved D89 Road in the Pyrenees?

D89 is a very scenic paved mountain road located in the Pyrénées-Orientales department of France, on the way to Puigmal (also called Puigmal d'Err).

D89 Road

Where is D89 road?

The road is located in the Occitania region, in the southern part of the country, near the Spanish border.

Is D89 road paved?

The winding road is totally paved – not in the best condition – and very narrow in some sections. It’s not for the faint-hearted as it features dangerous drops.

How long is the D89 road?

The road is 16.7 km (10.37 miles) long, running from Sainte-Léocadie to a parking lot at 2,241 m (7,352 ft) above sea level. Over this distance, the elevation gain is 929 m. The average gradient is 5.56%.

Is the D89 road open in winter?

Set high in the Pyrenees mountain range, the road is usually impassable in winter. Be prepared for the cold and wind.

 

 

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