Loma del Caballo
Spain, europe
N/A
2,480 m
hard
Year-round
Okay, adventurers, let's talk Loma del Caballo! Tucked way up in the Sierra Nevada National Park in Andalucia, Spain's Granada province, this mountain pass is a real stunner. We're talking serious altitude here – 2,480 meters (that's 8,136 feet!). One of the highest roads in the whole country, so you know the views are going to be epic.
Word to the wise: this isn't your Sunday drive kind of road. It's unpaved and pretty steep, with grades hitting up to 15% in places. You'll definitely want a 4x4 for this one. Aim for late spring to early fall – you don't want to get caught in the snow, trust me! But if you time it right, you'll be rewarded with incredible views of the snowy Mulhacén and Veleta peaks. Get ready for some serious photo ops!
Road Details
- Country
- Spain
- Continent
- europe
- Max Elevation
- 2,480 m
- Difficulty
- hard
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