What are the most spectacular roads in Spain?

Tucked away on the Iberian Peninsula, in the southwestern part of Europe, the roads of Spain offer the best way to discover the country’s diverse topography. It features mountain roads, even the highest paved road in Europe, as well as stunning coastal drives on the Balearic Islands and the Canary Islands.

The country is home to Pico del Veleta, the highest paved road in the European continent. Ending at 3,369m (11,053ft) above sea level, it's one of the highest roads in Europe. At an altitude of around 3,000m, road conditions become significantly worse. For those seeking mountain roads, Alto de l’Angliru is the ultimate cycling ascent in Asturias. Climbing up to 1.558m (5,111ft) above sea level, it’s one of the hardest and most epic climbs you can ride on two wheels.

If you’re up for a drive on scenic roads, Mallorca hosts two stunning drives: the sensational road to Formentor Lighthouse and Sa Calobra, the Snake Road. Located on the island of Mallorca, Sa Calobra Road is one of the most scenic drives in the world. Imagine dropping a long piece of wet spaghetti on the floor. The pattern it makes looks something like what the road looks. If you really want a challenge, try tackling it by bike. On the Canary Islands, GC-200 is an exhilarating road with 365 curves and spectacular views. The road has it all, from hairpin bends to sheer cliff-edge drops. It's one of the best roads on the Canary Islands.

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. 

Túnel del Molinar is the name of a 3km long tunnel located in Albacete, in Castilla–La Mancha autonomous community of Spain.

Peñón del Toro is a high mountain pass at an elevation of 1.857m (6,092ft) above the sea level, located in the province of Granada, in Andalusia, Spain.

Puerto de Casillas is a mountain pass at an elevation of 1.469m (4,819ft) located in Ávila, autonomous community Castile and León, in Spain.

Alto del Mirlo is a high mountain peak at an elevation of 1.767m (5,797ft) above the sea level, located in Ávila, in the autonomous community Castile and León, near the border of Madrid, in central Spain.

Alto de Despiernacaballos is a high mountain pass at an elevation of 1.580m (5,183ft) above the sea level, located in the province of Jaén, in the eastern part of the autonomous community of Andalusia, in southern Spain.

Lagu Terciellu is a high mountain lake at an elevation of 1.435m (4,708ft) above the sea level, located on the South of the Principality of Asturias, in northern Spain. The climb is very demanding: 11.32% average gradient.

Escart is a mountain town at an elevation of 1.188m (3,897ft) above the sea level, located in the comarca of the Pallars Sobirà, in the province of Lleida and autonomous community of Catalonia, in northern Spain.

Located in the comarca of Vinalopó Mitjà, in the province of Alicante of the autonomous community of Valencia, Spain, Carretera Agost is the name of a defiant road through the mountains with many deep drop offs.

Puerto del Portillo is a mountain pass at an elevation of 1.250m (4,101ft) above the sea level, located in the province of Salamanca, Castile and León, in Spain.

Cueto Mirallo is a high mountain pass at an elevation of 1.910m (6,266ft) above the sea level, located in the province of León, Castile and León, Spain.

Located in the province of Jaén, in the eastern part of the autonomous community of Andalusia, in southern Spain, JF-7038 is a very scenic road running through the Segura valley.

The Vuelta a España or Tour of Spain is a benchmark bicycle race, regarded as one of the most important events on the UCI World Tour calendar

Alberg de Montfalcó is a mountain hut at an elevation of 785m (2,575ft) above the sea level, located in the Huesca region of La Ribagorza, in northern Spain.

Sant Bartomeu de Dorve is a high mountain Romanesque parish church at an elevation of 1.393m (4,570ft) above the sea level, located in the comarca of the Pallars Sobirà in Catalonia, northern Spain.

Congosto de Baldellou is a very scenic canyon located in the province of Huesca, Aragon, Spain. It’s one of the most scenic canyon roads of Spain.

Paso del Reventon is a high mountain pass at an elevation of 2.041m (6,696ft) above the sea level, located on the border of Segovia province (in Castile and León region) and the Community of Madrid, in Spain.

Collado del Cabrito is a high mountain pass at an elevation of 1.876m (6,154ft) above the sea level, located in the province of Granada, autonomous community of Andalusia, in southern Spain.

Estany de la Gola is a glacial lake at an elevation of 1.997m (6,551ft) above the sea level, located in the comarca of the Pallars Sobirà, Province of Lleida, in the western part of the autonomous community of Catalonia, Spain.

Camí de la Cabroa is the name of a defiant wild cliff road located in the comarca of Noguera, in the province of Lleida, Catalonia, Spain.

El Maigmó is a mountain peak at an elevation of 1.192m (3,910ft) above the sea level, located in the comarca of L'Alcoià, in the province of Alicante, Spain.

Venta del Chaleco is a mountain pass at an elevation of 1.323m (4,340ft) above the sea level, located in the province of Granada, in the eastern part of the autonomous community of Andalusia, in southern Spain.

Garganta del Rio Tajo is a scenic canyon located in the province of Guadalajara in Castile-La Mancha, Spain. It’s one of the most scenic canyon roads of Spain.

Monte Faro is a high mountain pass at an elevation of 1.181m (3,874ft) above the sea level, located on the boundary of Lugo and Pontevedra provinces, in Galicia, Spain.

Desfiladero de la Estrechura is a very scenic canyon located in the autonomous community of Asturias, in Spain. It’s one of the most scenic canyon roads of Spain.

Punta Estatón is a high mountain peak at an elevation of 2,108m (6,916ft) above sea level, located in the Huesca province of Aragón, in Spain.

Collado Chaquetas is a high mountain pass at an elevation of 1.801m (5,908ft) above the sea level, located in the province of Granada, in the region of Andalucia, southern Spain.

Puerto de las Coberteras is a mountain pass at an elevation of 1.254m (4,114ft) above the sea level, located in the Province of Jaen in the autonomous community of Andalusia, in southern Spain.

Muela de San Juan is a high mountain pass at an elevation of 1.830m (6,003ft) above the sea level, located in the province of Teruel, Aragon, northern Spain.

Pico Faeda is a high mountain peak at an elevation of 2.008m (6,587ft) above the sea level, located on the boundary of León and Zamora provinces in the autonomous community of Castilla y León, in northern Spain.

Mina de Riosol is an abandoned mercury mine at an elevation of 1.680m (5,511ft) above the sea level, located in the province of León, Castile and León, Spain.

Hoz de Valeria is the name of a very scenic canyon located in the heart of Cuenca province in the eastern part of the autonomous community of Castile-La Mancha, in Spain. It’s one of the most scenic canyon roads of Spain.

Located in the northwest of the Autonomous Community of Madrid, Spain, the tiny M618 road is nicknamed the Spanish Death Road. Better avoid it if you’re prone to car sickness.

Monte Farelo is a high mountain pass at an elevation of 948m (3,110ft) above the sea level, located on the boundary of Lugo and Pontevedra provinces, in Galicia, Spain.

Campo de Las Danzas is a mountain pass at an elevation of 1.448m (4,750ft) above the sea level, located in the Province of León, in the autonomous community of Castile and León, in northwestern Spain.

Alto La Colladiella is a mountain pass at an elevation of 848m (2,782ft) above the sea level, located in the province and autonomous community of Asturias, in Spain.

Collado del Tejo is a high mountain pass at an elevation of 1.889m (6,197ft) above the sea level, located in the province of Granada, in the region of Andalucia, southern Spain.

Located on the northwestern coast of El Hierro, the smallest and farthest south and west of the Canary Islands, Spain, in the Atlantic Ocean off the coast of Africa, Playa del Verodal is a red volcanic sand beach.

The city of Barcelona is located on the northeastern Spanish coast. It is a beautiful city that is not simply for art enthusiasts and history buffs to appreciate, but attracts all of types of tourists all year-round. The city is a cosmopolitan destination known for its fine cuisine, luxurious fashion houses, and picturesque sandy beaches surrounding the Mediterranean Sea.

Refugio de Las Hoyas is a high mountain refuge at an elevation of 1.981m (6,499ft) above sea level, located in Almería province, in Spain.

Discover the breathtaking AL-4200, a captivating coastal road nestled in the eastern part of the picturesque province of Almería, within the enchanting autonomous community of Andalusia, Spain.

Puerto del Pico is a mountain pass at an elevation of 1.391m (4,563ft) above the sea level, located in the province of Ávila, in the southern part of the autonomous community of Castile and León, in Spain.

Located in Barcelona, on the northeastern coast of Spain, Carretera de l’Arrabassada is said to be the most stunning yet dangerous road in the city’s area.

Pedras Blancas is a high mountain peak at an elevation of 2.359m (7,736ft) above the sea level, located in the province of Huesca, within the autonomous community of Aragón, in Spain. It’s one of the highest roads of the country.

Bujaruelo Valley Road is a very challenging drive, with concrete and gravel sections located in the northeastern part of Spain. It’s one of the best canyon roads in Spain.

Puerto Cruz de Linares is a mountain pass at an elevation of 842m (2,762ft) above the sea level, located in the province and autonomous community of Asturias, in Spain.

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