The Road Through Boca del Infierno in Huesca is One of the World's Top Drives
Boca del Infierno (Mouth of Hell) is a defiant canyon located in the province of Huesca, in Spain. It is one of the most scenic canyon roads of Spain.
Where is Boca del Infierno?
The canyon, carved by the Aragón river, is located in the autonomous community of Aragon, near the border of Navarre, in the northern part of the country, within the Hecho Valley.
Is the road through Boca del Infierno paved?
The road through the canyon is totally paved. Despite being unnamed, locals usually call it carretera Selva de Oza. It is one of the world's top drives, running through an incredible landscape on a canyon with vertical walls over 200 meters high. The road follows an old Roman road through the ravine that the river has drilled into the rock. Some parts are mostly wide enough for one car, so proceed cautiously and hope no other vehicles come from the other direction. It has a high risk of rock slides. Along the way, you will have to drive through several primitive stone tunnels dug into the walls.
Is the road through Boca del Infierno worth the drive?
Set high in the Pyrenees, it is a spectacular gorge with white waters and beautiful passages. Pay attention to the ice cascades that form on the road. Similar to the iconic balcony roads in France, it is one of the most visited canyons in the province for motorbikers, cyclists, and hikers.
How long is the road through Boca del Infierno?
The road through the canyon is 15 km (9.32 miles) long, running south-north from Echo to Refugio De La Cantina.
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