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. 

Port de Tudons is a mountain pass at an elevation of 1,030m (3,379ft) above sea level located in the province of Alicante, in Spain. It is the most popular mountain pass near the city of Alicante and it has been featured in the Spanish Vuelta race.

Jafra, also known as Jafre del Garraf, is an abandoned village located in Spain's Catalonia region. It sits on a hill at about 189 meters above sea level, and today only ruins remain. But Jafra is more than just a ghost town — it is wrapped in legends of Melinda, the mysterious “girl on the curve”, whose spirit is said to haunt the unpaved road leading to the village and the crumbling ruins within.

Coll de Bot is a mountain pass sitting at 480m (1,574ft) above sea level, tucked away in the rugged beauty of Catalonia, Spain. But this isn’t just any road — it’s a driver’s playground. If you crave mountain routes, weaving through pine-covered slopes on a lonely ribbon of asphalt, the TV-3301 will steal your heart.

Alto da Groba is a mountain pass at an elevation of 632m (2,073ft), located in the autonomous community of Galicia, in Spain.

Alto de Vaires is a mountain pass at an elevation of 1,288 m (4,225 ft) above sea level, located in Vila Real District, in Portugal.

Cerro del Gorro is a high mountain peak at an elevation of 1.784m (5,853ft) above sea level, located in the province of Leon, in Spain.

Coll de la Farella is an international mountain pass at an elevation of 305m (1,000ft) above sea level, located on the French-Spanish border.

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