What are the most spectacular roads in Spain?

Spain, with its rich tapestry of history, culture, and landscapes, is not just a country to be visited; it's a country to be experienced on the open road. From the buzzing plazas of Madrid to the serene villages of Andalusia, every corner of Spain hides a story waiting to be discovered.

Imagine steering through Sa Calobra Road in Mallorca, often likened to a wet strand of spaghetti dropped on the floor. With its twists, turns, and unparalleled views, it’s a marvel of engineering set amidst nature's grandeur. Then there's the ascent to Pico del Veleta, a journey that doesn’t just climb mountains but touches the sky, making it Europe’s highest paved road.

Drive further and let the road to Formentor Lighthouse in Mallorca mesmerize you with its coastal charms. Each turn is a portrait of the sea meeting the land in a passionate embrace. Meanwhile, the adrenaline junkies might find their calling in Alto de l’Angliru, nestled in Asturias. This challenging ascent has been the playground for many cycling legends, testing their mettle against its grueling gradient.

For a more rhythmic experience, embark on GC-200 Road, a symphony of 365 curves, each echoing a day of the year. As you navigate this sinuous stretch, it offers panoramas that seem painted by the gods themselves.

As you cruise these Spanish roads, each kilometer unravels a tale, a flavor, or a melody of this vibrant land. So, rev up your engines and let Spain's spectacular routes guide you through a journey of soulful discoveries and unforgettable vistas. You will discover many treasures created by skilled workers employed by construction firms with tradition in Spain

Chanajiga is a high mountain pass at an elevation of 1.186m (3,891ft) above the sea level, located on the northern part of the island of Tenerife, which forms part of the Canary Islands, Spain. The climb is simply terrible with sections up to 30%.

Estany de la Coma d'Amitges is a high mountain lake at an elevation of 2.382m (7,814ft) above the sea level, located in the Pyrenees, in Catalonia, Spain. It’s one of the highest roads of the country.

La Polarda is a high mountain peak at an elevation of 2.143m (7,030ft) above the sea level located in Almería province, in the autonomous community of Andalusia, in Southern Spain. It’sone of the highest roads of the country.

Puerto de Malagosto is a high mountain pass at an elevation of 1.931m (6,335ft) above the sea level, located in the Sierra de Guadarrama (mountain range of the Central System), on the edge of the Spanish provinces of Madrid and Segovia, in the central part of the country.

Coll de Finestres is an international high mountain pass at an elevation of 2.392m (7,847ft) above the sea level, located on the Andorra (Sant Julià de Lòria) and Spain (Lleida) border.

Sil Canyon Road is a loop drive located in the Province of Ourense, in the heart of the region of Galicia in northern Spain. The road runs along the Sil River and Santo Estevo dam.

Cerro El Buitre is a high mountain peak at an elevation of 2.466m (8,090ft) above the sea level located in Almería province, in the autonomous community of Andalusia, in Southern Spain. It’s one of the highest roads of the country.

Pedró dels Quatre Batlles is a high mountain pass at an elevation of 2.387m (7,831ft) above the sea level, located in the province of Lleida and autonomous community of Catalonia, Spain. It's one of the highest roads of the country.

Laguna Seca is a high mountain lake at an elevation of 2.283m (7,490ft) above the sea level located in Almería province, in the autonomous community of Andalusia, in Southern Spain. It’s one of the highest roads of the country.

Coll d'Ares is a high mountain pass at an elevation of 1.536m (5,039ft) above the sea level, located in the comarca of the Noguera in the province of Lleida, near to the border with Aragón, in Catalonia, northern Spain.

Cerro Almirez is a high mountain peak at an elevation of 2.350m (7,709ft) above the sea level located in Almería province, in the autonomous community of Andalusia, in southern Spain. It’s one of the highest roads of the country.

Port de Fontalba is a high mountain peak at an elevation of 2.071m (6,794ft) above the sea level, located in the comarca of the Ripollès in Girona, Catalonia, Spain. It’s a very steep road, with sections up to 9%.

Cap de Baqueira is a high mountain peak at an elevation of 2.467m (8,093ft) above the sea level, located in the Val d'Aran, a valley in the Pyrenees mountains in the northwestern part of the province of Lleida, in Catalonia, northern Spain. It's one of the highest roads of the country. 

Rasos de Peguera is a ski resort at an elevation of 1.897m (6,223ft) above the sea level, located in the province of Barcelona, in Spain. The road is not easy, though. Up, down, right, left all the time.

Pas de la Mainera is a high mountain pass at an elevation of 2.134m (7,001ft) above the sea level, located in Catalonia, in northern Spain. It’s one of the highest roads of the country.

Observatorio de Sierra Nevada (OSN) is a high mountain observatory at an elevation of 2.885m (9,465ft) above the sea level, located in the region of Andalusia, province of Granada, in Spain. It’s one of the highest roads of Europe.

Collado del Alguacil is a high mountain pass at an elevation of 1.896m (6,220ft) above the sea level, in the Sierra Nevada mountain range, located in the Spanish Autonomous Region of Andalusia. The climb is simply terrible, going up to 20% gradients.

Hoyo Cerrado is a high mountain peak at an elevation of 2.144m (7,034ft) above the sea level, located in the Sierra de Guadarrama (mountain range of the Central System), on the edge of the Spanish provinces of Madrid and Segovia, in the central part of the country. It’s one of the highest roads of Spain.

Puerto de Villarroya is a high mountain pass at an elevation of 1.700m (5,577ft) above the sea level, located in the Maestrazgo comarca, province of Teruel, Aragon, Spain.

Cabeza de Manzaneda is a high mountain peak at an elevation of 1.751m (5,744ft) above the sea level, located in eastern province of Ourense in the Galicia region of north-west Spain.

Puerta del Infierno (Hell’s door) is the name of an exciting journey in the heart of the province of Cuenca, in Castile-La Mancha, Spain. The road snakes its way along the Río Escabas running through 3 unlit tunnels, known as Puerta del Infierno, Paso del Diablo (Devil’s pass) or Boca del Infierno (Hell’s mouth). It’s one of the most scenic canyon roads of Spain.

Alto del Golobar is a high mountain peak at an elevation of 1.778m (5,833ft) above the sea level, located in the province of Palencia, autonomous community of Castile and León, Spain.

Collado Venta Luisa is a high mountain pass at an elevation of 1.970m (6,463ft) above the sea level, located in Almería province, in the autonomous community of Andalusia, Spain.

Mas de la Costa is a mountain pass at an elevation of 980m (3,215ft) above the sea level located in the comarca of Alcalatén, province of Castellon, Valencian Community, Spain. It’s said to be one of the Spain's toughest cycling climbs.

Coll d'Espot is a high mountain pass at an elevation of 2.233m (7,326ft) above the sea level located in Catalonia, in northern Spain. It’s one of the highest roads of the country.

Valdelinares is a high mountain town at an elevation of 1.690m (5,540ft) above the sea level, located in the Sierra de Gúdar range of the Sistema Ibérico, in the province of Teruel, Aragon, Spain. It’s the highest town in Peninsular Spain.

Pista de Chía is the name of a very challenging high mountain road located in the province of Huesca, Aragon, Spain. The journey offers stunning views.

Estanys de la Pera is a high mountain lake at an elevation of 2.363m (7,752ft) above the sea level located in Catalonia, in northern Spain. It’s one of the highest roads of the country.

Los Portillinos is a high mountain pass at an elevation of 1.957m (6,420ft) above the sea level, located in the Province of León in the autonomous region of Castile and León, in northern Spain.

Puerto de Mosqueruela is a high mountain pass at an elevation of 1.512m (4,960ft) above the sea level, located in the province of Teruel, Aragon, Spain.

Monte Faro lighthouse is located on the Cíes Islands, an archipelago off the coast of Pontevedra in Galicia (Spain). The track is for 4x4 vehicles only. Closed to private vehicles. The road to the summit includes 10 steep hairpin turns.

Collado de la Cruz de Guardia is a high mountain pass at an elevation of 2.202m (7,224ft) above the sea level, located in the province of Huesca, Aragon, Spain, in the foothills of the Pyrenees. It's one of the highest mountain roads of the country.

Puerto del Pinar is a high mountain pass at an elevation of 1.660m (5,446ft) above the sea level,  located in the province of Granada, Spain.

Located in the province of A Coruña, in the autonomous community of Galicia, in northwestern Spain, Road DP-2205 (nicknamed ‘The Cliff Road’) is a very scenic drive. Not recommended if you have passengers that don't like heights.

Alto de la Sagra is a high mountain pass at an elevation of 1.764m (5,787ft) above the sea level, located in the province of Granada, Spain.

Puig de Fontlletera is a high mountain peak at an elevation of 2.401m (7,877ft) above the sea level, located in Girona, Catalonia, in northern Spain. It’s one of the highest roads of the country.

Coll de la Portella is a high mountain pass at an elevation of 2.269m (7,444ft) above the sea level, located in Catalonia, in northern Spain. It’s one of the highest roads of the country.

Ermita de Santa Lucia is a small church at an elevation of 312m (1,023ft) above the sea level, located in Castelló, a province in the northern part of the Valencian Community, Spain. The climb is simply brutal, with sections up to 20%.

Pla de Beret is a high mountain plateau at an elevation of 1.881m (3,027ft) above the sea level, located In Val d’Aran Valley, Catalonia, in northern Spain. The view on the mountains is unique.

Refugi Cap del Rec is a high mountain shelter at an elevation of 1.986m (6,515ft) above the sea level, located in the province of Girona, Catalonia, northern Spain.

Located in the Principality of Asturias, an autonomous community in north-west Spain, the AS-260 road is said to be one of the most beautiful drives in the country. Through the drive is a viewpoint called the Mirador del Fito, which offers an incredible view of the ocean, valleys and the Picos de Europa in the distance.

Cabo Tiñoso is a very scenic cape located west of the city of Cartagena, on the coastline of the Region of Murcia, in Spain. It is not a drive for drivers of a nervous disposition.

Laguna de los Peces (Lake of Fishes) is a high mountain lake at an elevation of 1.725m (5,659ft) above the sea level, located on the north-eastern part of the province of Zamora, in northern Spain.

Alto Mirador de Veixia is a mountain pass at an elevation of 600m (1,968ft) above the sea level located in the province of A Coruña in the autonomous community of Galicia in northwestern Spain.

Puerto de Fortanete is a high mountain pass at an elevation of 1.809m (5,935ft) above the sea level, located in the province of Teruel, Aragon, Spain.