Driving the infamous road from Autisha to Chaclla
Peru, south-america
13.9 km
2.32 m
extreme
Year-round
Okay, thrill-seekers, listen up! If you're heading to the Lima Region of Peru and fancy a drive you won't forget, check out the Autisha-Chaclla road. This isn't your Sunday drive kinda road; it's a proper mountain adventure between Autisha and Chaclla, and let's just say it's earned a reputation.
Think gravel tracks, seriously tight hairpin turns, and edges that drop off hundreds of meters. Seriously, keep your eyes on the road! It's about 14 km of pure adrenaline, not for the faint-hearted (or those prone to vertigo). Pictures don't capture the sheer drop and the wildness of it all.
Nestled high in the Andes, the scenery is breathtaking, but the road demands respect. Landslides are a possibility, so be aware of your surroundings. Starting at 2,320 meters above sea level in Autisha, you'll climb a whopping 1,161 meters for an average gradient of 8.35%. This baby is STEEP! One slip and... well, let's just say you don't want to think about it. So, if you're up for a challenge and some seriously epic views, this Peruvian road might just be your next adventure!
Where is it?
Driving the infamous road from Autisha to Chaclla is located in Peru (south-america). Coordinates: -8.2259, -75.5645
Road Details
- Country
- Peru
- Continent
- south-america
- Length
- 13.9 km
- Max Elevation
- 2.32 m
- Difficulty
- extreme
- Coordinates
- -8.2259, -75.5645
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