What are the most spectacular roads in Azerbaijan?
Azerbaijan is a country located in the Caucasus region, at the junction of Eastern Europe and West Asia. Covering an area of 86,600 km², it’s about the size of Portugal.
The country is dominated by the Caspian Sea, the Greater Caucasus and extensive flatlands, so when you plan a road trip in Azerbaijan it’ll be possible to face a lot of challenges while you discover tales of ancient caravan routes and modern marvels. The country's landscape is also characterized by numerous rivers and lakes, so your trip across the country will make you feel like a pro driver.
Being part of the former Soviet Union, you better don’t skip to drive The Road to Lahıc: A Treacherous Route with Huge Cliffs and 300m Drops, or The road to Khinalug yolu, one of the highest towns in the Caucasus, at 2.350m (7,710ft) above sea level. It’s said to be the most remote and isolated village in Northeastern Azerbaijan and among the highest in the Caucasus. The defiant unpaved road to David Gareja Monastery is worth a drive, leading to a rock-hewn Georgian Orthodox monastery complex. It’s perhaps the most remarkable of all Georgia's ancient sites. In Azerbaijan, every road is an adventure and every turn a story.
The Road to Lahıc: A Treacherous Route with Huge Cliffs and 300m Drops
Lahıc is a small town located in the Ismailli Rayon of Azerbaijan. The road to the village is one of the most dangerous drives in the world. It follows a river with huge cliffs and 300m drops.
Uncover the Majestic Omar Pass: A Thrilling High Altitude Drive in Azerbaijan's Lesser Caucasus
Ömər Aşırımı is a high mountain pass at an elevation of 3.252m (10,669ft) above the sea level, connecting the Kalbajar region of Azerbaijan with Goygol.
The wild unpaved road to Lake Maralgol in Azerbaijan
Lake Maralgöl is a high mountain lake situated at an elevation of 1,910m (6,266ft) above sea level in the region of Ganja-Gazakh, Azerbaijan. It stands out as one of the most beautiful and picturesque places in the country.
How to get by car to Lake Goygol in Azerbaijan?
Lake Göygöl is a high mountain lake at an elevation of 1.556m (5,104ft) above sea level, located in the region of Ganja-Gazakh, in Azerbaijan
The road to Khinalug yolu, one of the highest towns in the Caucasus
Khinalug is a high mountain town at an elevation of 2.350m (7,710ft) above the sea level, hidden on the northern slope of the Greater Caucasus Mountain Range, in Azerbaijan. It’s said to be the most remote and isolated village in Northeastern Azerbaijan and among the highest in the Caucasus.
Driving the wild road to Mount Kapaz
Mount Kapaz is a high mountain peak at an elevation of 2.893m (9,491ft) above the sea level, located in the region of Ganja-Gazakh, in Azerbaijan.
A defiant unpaved road to David Gareja Monastery
Located in Kakheti, southeast of Tbilisi near the Azerbaijan border, the David Gareja Monastery is a rock-hewn Georgian Orthodox monastery complex. It’s perhaps the most remarkable of all Georgia's ancient sites.
Travelling the cliff road from Afurca to Tengealti
Located in the Quba Rayon of Azerbaijan, a dangerous cliff road runs along the Velvele River, from Afurca to Tengealti.
Driving the scenic road from Gilazi to Altiaghach
Gilazi-Altiaghach road is a very scenic drive located within the Altiaghaj National Park, in the Khizi Rayon of Azerbaijan.
A slippery street with black ice in Baku
Out of control bus, cars and truck negotiating a frozen street in Azerbaijan’s capital Baku on 2016, January 26th. The black ice covered the road making vehicles skim.
The road to Laza is recommended for drivers with strong nerves
Laza is a high mountain village at an elevation of 1.670m (5,479ft) above the sea level well known with its numerous waterfalls, located in the Qusar Rayon of Azerbaijan. Drive with care as this is a mountain road with hairpin curves and dangerous drop offs.
Driving the paved mountain road to the border at Sotk Pass
Sotk Pass is an international high mountain pass at an elevation of 2.374m (7,788ft) above the sea level, located on the border of Azerbaijan and Armenia.
Ayich’ingil Lerrnants’k’ is pure adventure
Ayich’ingil Lerrnants’k’ is a high mountain peak at an elevation of 3.466m (11,371ft) above the sea level, located on the border of Armenia and Azerbaijan.
Mount Kaputjugh
Mount Kaputjugh is a high mountain peak at an elevation of 3.429m (11,250ft) above the sea level, located on the border of Armenia and Azerbaijan. It’s
Sev Lake
Sev Lake is a glacial lake at an elevation of 2.678m (8,786ft) above the sea level, located on the border of Azerbaijan and Armenia.
The breathtaking road to K’ashat’agh
K’ashat’agh is an international high mountain pass at an elevation of 2.874m (9,429ft) above the sea level, located on the border of Armenia and Azerbaijan.
Kaputzhukh Pass
Kaputzhukh Pass is a high mountain pass at an elevation of 3.492m (11,456ft) above the sea level, located on the Azerbaijan- Armenia border.
Bechenagskiy Pereval
The Betschenagsku Pass is an international high mountain pass at an elevation of 2.346m (7,696ft) above the sea level, located on the Azerbaijan- Armenia border.
Pavarotlar
Pavarotlar is a high mountain peak at an elevation of 3.132m (10,275ft) above the sea level, located on the Azerbaijan- Armenia border. The average gradient is 12.55%.
East Sevan Ridge
East Sevan is a ridge at an elevation of 3.376m (11,076ft) above the sea level, located on the border of Armenia and Azerbaijan.
Hongur Lerr
Hongur Lerr is a high mountain peak at an elevation of 3.052m (10,013ft) above the sea level, located in the Kalbajar Rayon of Azerbaijan.
Tsar-Verin Shorjha
Tsar-Verin Shorjha is an international high mountain pass at an elevation of 2.748m (9,015ft) above the sea level, located on the border of Armenia and Azerbaijan.
Road trip guide: Conquering Mount Gomshasar
Mount Gomshasar is a high mountain peak at an elevation of 3.542m (11,620ft) above the sea level, located in the region of Ganja-Gazakh, in Azerbaijan.