Road trips are a lot of fun – unless you are on a terrifying road. Some roads are a lot scarier than others. They twist, turn, and go over some rough terrain. When you get in the car, you hope that you are safe and can get from one place to the other without any issues.
Some roads are simply more dangerous than others. Not all countries take care of their roads or have inspectors who make sure they are safe. Some roads are considered safe but are so full of distractions that they are still dangerous.
These roads are all scary for different reasons. Some are curvy, some are on cliffs, and some are just creepy. These are some of the most dangerous roads in the world. If you find yourself driving them, be incredibly careful.
This road is the tallest pass road in the world, and it looks like it may also be one of the curviest. You won’t be going top speeds on these twists and turns. This is the kind of road you take your time on. It may also make you a little car sick.
Not only is this road insanely narrow and high up, it also goes through a cave. A cave through a mountain to be exact. Why is it so busy? Who wants to drive on a road like this?
This is what most people think driving through Alaska would be like. While all the roads aren’t this bad, this one is the iciest and most isolated in the state. Can you imagine being broken down here? Brr!
Eshima Ohashi Bridge, Japan
Is that a roller coaster? No, it’s just a highway on a bridge. It sure does seem to have a lot of traffic. It must not bother everyone. Most people would reroute around this road if possible.
Atlantic Ocean Road, Norway
As terrifying as this road looks, there’s also a little bit of beauty there. If the ocean splashing in front of you while you travel at highway speeds isn’t your thing, you might want to avoid this road. This trucker seems to be handling it well. Others might not be this good at driving it, though.
This road looks like tons of fun. If you aren’t worried about rocks falling on you or getting too close to the edge, you have to worry about sheep jumping in front of you. Luckily, this road doesn’t get a lot of travelers and is mostly used by the locals. Can you imagine trying to drive on this?
Hawaii is beautiful, but it has some crazy roads. This road is incredibly narrow. Oh, yeah – it’s also subject to random landslides. Better be careful if you plan to drive on this one.
Prisoners built this highway. It was also given the nickname the “Death Road.” It’s dark, creepy, and often foggy. I wouldn’t want to be driving this alone.
This road is considered one of the most dangerous in the world. Hundreds of people die while traveling on it every year. It’s basically built on a cliff. Anyone know a better route?
Le Passage du Gois, France
This road has some amazing views, but it’s only open for a few hours each day. When it’s closed, it’s because it’s totally covered in water. Can you imagine being caught on it when it starts to flood? Scary!
What’s not to love about a narrow and wet road going up a mountain? This might look scary, but the views are amazing. Still, it’s no fun trying to pass someone on this mountain road. Just stay in your lane!
This road looks like a snake slithering up the mountain. It may not be the highest road on the list or the narrowest, but it’s one of the curviest. Drivers will want to take it slow on these curves. At least, we hope they do.
Apache Trail Scenic Drive, Arizona
The problem with this road is that it has beautiful scenery that can be distracting to drivers. If they don’t watch the road, they can easily have an accident. It’s hard to focus when there are so many beautiful things around. Keep your eyes and hands on the wheel!
The Trans-Siberian Highway, Russia
This one of the longest highways in the world. The problem is, it’s not paved. That means it’s easy for cars to slide right off the side of it. Drive carefully!
This road is considered one of the most winding roads in the world. It seems to go on forever. If you get carsick easily, you better avoid this drive. If you can’t avoid it, grab some motion sickness medication beforehand.
Sichuan-Tibet Highway, China
This road is prone to avalanches and mudslides. You never know when bad weather will strike, so it’s a good idea to drive carefully at all times. This road is the site of many car accidents every year. Can you see why?
This road may be one of the craziest. It’s not only narrow, it actually changes which side drivers drive on in the middle. People who don’t realize there is a change are often involved in head-on collisions. Why don’t they just put up some more signs?
This road is called the Widow Maker because there have been so many accidents on it. It’s winding and distracting. If you plan to drive on it, pay attention. You don’t want to be this road’s next victim.
US Route 431, United States
Narrow lanes and fast lane changes make this one of the most dangerous roads in the United States. It’s been given the nickname the “Highway to Hell.” It covers a long span, and people have even been known to fall asleep while driving on it. If you feel tired, just pull over for a quick nap.
Luxor-al-Hurghada Road, Egypt
This road is dangerous for a couple of reasons. There’s no pavement, and bandits often hide in the curves to wait on their victims. So many people have been robbed on this road that they have started driving with their headlights off. That makes it even more dangerous.
Patiopuolo-Perdikaki Road, Greece
This road has no guardrails or pavement. Drivers could easily fall off the side. When the weather gets bad, this road gets even worse. Nothing like driving on a dangerous road in the middle of a storm.
The Road to Fairy Meadows, Pakistan
This road travels up and down Killer Mountain. It offers beautiful views, but it can be dangerous. Don’t take your eyes off the road, or you may find yourself at the bottom of the mountain. I think I’d rather fly.
Ruta 5, Arica to Iquique Road, Chile
Unlike many of the other roads on this list, this road is peaceful to drive on. There are no sharp curves or steep cliffs. However, it’s been known to lull drivers right off to sleep. Hopefully, there are plenty of spots to pull over and take a nap.
Transfăgărășan, DN7C, Romania
This road is located at pretty high altitudes. It has beautiful views, but they can also be distracting. Many drivers have wrecked while staring at these amazing mountains. Pull over and take some photos, so you can focus.
Cotopaxi Volcano Road, Ecuador
This road gets a lot of rain, and that means it gets slippery. It can also be hard to see the upcoming curves. Drivers on this road have to be very careful. Maybe you should just pull over if it starts raining.
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Road trips are a lot of fun – unless you are on a terrifying road. Some roads are a lot scarier than others. They twist, turn, and go over some rough terrain. When you get in the car, you hope that you are safe and can get from one place to the other without any issues.
Some roads are simply more dangerous than others. Not all countries take care of their roads or have inspectors who make sure they are safe. Some roads are considered safe but are so full of distractions that they are still dangerous.
These roads are all scary for different reasons. Some are curvy, some are on cliffs, and some are just creepy. These are some of the most dangerous roads in the world. If you find yourself driving them, be incredibly careful.
