Driving the nerve-racking paved road to Killhope Cross
England, europe
8.69 km
629 m
moderate
Year-round
Okay, picture this: Killhope Cross, a super-high mountain pass in England topping out at 2,063 feet. We're talking proper Pennines scenery here!
You'll find it nestled in the northeast, a crazy spot where Northumberland, Cumbria, and County Durham all high-five. Keep an eye out at the summit for the weathered cross – super old, nobody knows for sure when it was carved!
The road itself? Paved, but hold on tight! It's STEEP, like up to 14.3% steep on some sections! Officially the A689, and rumored to be England's highest paved pass. Oh, and did I mention the wind? It whips up here.
The whole shebang is about 5.4 miles long, connecting Nenthead (one of England's highest villages) to Cowshill. But honestly, the real reward is the views. Bleak, beautiful, panoramic views across the Pennines that just won't quit. Get ready for an adventure!
Where is it?
Driving the nerve-racking paved road to Killhope Cross is located in England (europe). Coordinates: 54.1237, -2.1361
Road Details
- Country
- England
- Continent
- europe
- Length
- 8.69 km
- Max Elevation
- 629 m
- Difficulty
- moderate
- Coordinates
- 54.1237, -2.1361
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