What are the most spectacular roads in Ethiopia?

Ethiopia is the second-most populous country in Africa and covers an area of 1.1 million square kilometers, bordered by Eritrea (north), Djibouti and Somalia (east), Kenya (south), South Sudan (west), and Sudan (northwest).

Located in the Horn of Africa,. the country has a high central plateau, the Abyssinian Highlands (or Ethiopian Highlands), with 25 mountains whose peaks rise over 4,000 meters (13,200ft) above sea level. A number of rivers cross the plateau; notably the Blue Nile rising from Lake Tana.

Due its geography, the country hosts many remarkable roads:  The road to Wolkefit Pass through the Simien Mountains, climbs up to 2.905m (9,530ft) above sea level, in the Amhara Region. It hosts a couple of the highest roads of Africa: Mount Bwahit is one of the highest drivable roads in Africa at 4,437m (14,557ft) above sea level and Ras Dashen is one of the highest roads of Africa, climbing up to 4.277m (14,032ft) above sea level.

It’s also possible to face The dangerous and not recommended drive to Erta Ale volcano, where numerous hazards such as landmines, terrorism, malaria, extreme weather conditions, kidnapping, banditry, and armed attacks are possible.

Wolkefit Pass is a high mountain pass at an elevation of 2.905m (9,530ft) above sea level located in the Amhara Region, in Ethiopia.

Located on the boundary of Amhara and Oromiya regions in Northern Ethiopia, the Blue Nile Gorge holds the distinction of being one of the largest gorges in the world. Nestled in the Ethiopian highlands and part of the northern Ethiopia plateau, this expansive gorge plunges to a depth of approximately 1,500m (4,900ft).

Located in Ethiopia's Afar Region, the treacherous road leading to the Erta Ale volcano stands as a contender for one of the world's most perilous routes, set amidst some of the most unforgiving terrains on Earth. Numerous hazards such as landmines, terrorism, malaria, extreme weather conditions, kidnapping, banditry, and armed attacks make this journey particularly challenging and risky.

Mount Bwahit is a high mountain pass at an elevation of 4,437m (14,557ft) above sea level, located in the Semien Gondar Zone of the Amhara Region of Ethiopia. A road to the pass, just some meters above the summit, is one of the highest roads in Africa.

Lalibela is a town in Ethiopia, known for its monolithic churches built during the reign of Lalibela, king of the country, at an elevation of 2.541m (8,336ft) above the sea level. It’s located in the Lasta Amhara Region, in the northern part of the country.

Located in the Oromia Region of southeast Ethiopia, the high mountain road from Dodola to Dinsho tops out at 3.622m (11,883ft) above the sea level.

Ras Dashen is a high mountain pass at an elevation of 4.277m (14,032ft) above the sea level, located in the Gondar, Amhara Region, in Ethiopia. It’s one of the highest roads of Africa.

Route 2 is a high mountain road located in northern Ethiopia. The road is asphalted but includes some very steep sections, up to 12%.

Mount Abuna Yosef is a high mountain peak at an elevation of 4.199m (13,776ft) above the sea level, located in the Semien Wollo Zone of the Amhara Region, in Ethiopia. It’s one of the highest roads of Africa.

Route B30 is a winding mountain road located in northern Ethiopia. Most of the road was built by the Italians during the occupation from 1936-1941.

Mount Tullu Demtu is a high mountain peak at an elevation of 4.389m (14,400ft) above the sea level, situated in Oromia Region in southeast Ethiopia, located in the Bale National Park. It’s one of the highest roads of Africa.

Located in the Amhara Region of northern Ethiopia, B22 is a challenging high mountain road with stunning views.

We all know how good traveling in helping one rejuvenate and get back on track. Today we’ll look at why Ethiopia should be a country you should consider visiting. Ethiopia is a stunning country located in the Horn of Africa.

Ethiopia is becoming a popular holiday destination. With incredible sights, scenery and culture, it feels although the next few years are a great opportunity to visit before it gathers significant tourist crowds.

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