The scariest and most dangerous roads in the world
Imagine driving in a beautiful country and enjoying the spectacular scenery when out of nowhere you hit a sharp turn and the railings disappear. If that’s not terrifying, we don’t know what is!
Some consider driving to be a safe way to travel, but even if you’re driving responsibly and adhering to the rules of the road, some paths can be too dangerous to navigate.
Hazardous roads such as Old Yungas (“The Death Road”) in Bolivia and Perdikaki Road in Greece are sure to keep you on the edge of your seat. They are so unsafe that the risk of driving off the edge of a cliff is actually common.
According to the Association for Safe International Road Travel, “nearly 1.3 million people die in road crashes each year, on average 3,287 deaths a day” and “road crashes are the leading cause of death among young people ages 15-29, and the second leading cause of death worldwide among young people ages 5-14.”
That being said, these are some of the most nerve-wracking roads in the world.
Old Yungas Road- Bolivia
Known as “The Death Road,” Old Yungas has been named the “world’s most dangerous road” by the International Development Bank in 1995. More than 200 people die yearly in trucks, cars, and public buses due to the roads’ sharp turns and scary cliffs. The good news; an alternative road was built so you have a much safer option.
Atlantic Road- Norway
Originally proposed as a railway, Atlantic Road is said to be the most scenic and possibly the most dangerous road in all of Europe. It is extremely curvy and features eight bridges. Avoid this road when a storm is looming, as the Norwegian Sea’s huge waves and high winds force themselves onto the road making it extremely dangerous for drivers.
James Dalton Highway- Alaska
The James Dalton Highway is an extremely isolated road with only three towns along the course. High winds and icy conditions are always a major concern on this 414-mile passageway. Not to mention potholes and small flying rocks cause great risk for injury. It is strongly encouraged to bring survival gear if you plan to embark on this journey.
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