Urban Hazards: The 8 Most Dangerous Zones for Cyclists in the UK
Scotland, europe
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hard
Year-round
Okay, picture this: You're cruising along the Abergwesyn Pass in Wales. It's about 11 miles of pure, unadulterated road magic. But hold on, it's not all sunshine and daffodils. This route climbs up and up, reaching some serious elevations, so be ready for a workout. The scenery? Absolutely stunning – think sweeping valleys and rugged mountains.
Now for the heads-up: This road is narrow. Like, *really* narrow. There are sections where passing another car feels like threading a needle. Also, keep an eye out for sheep and other wildlife that may not be familiar with traffic laws. But if you're up for an adventure with incredible views and a touch of adrenaline, the Abergwesyn Pass is calling your name.
Where is it?
Urban Hazards: The 8 Most Dangerous Zones for Cyclists in the UK is located in Scotland (europe). Coordinates: 53.9632, -2.4400
Road Details
- Country
- Scotland
- Continent
- europe
- Difficulty
- hard
- Coordinates
- 53.9632, -2.4400
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