What are the most spectacular roads in Mongolia?

Located between China and Russia, Mongolia is a landlocked country, tucked away in the central part of Asia. It offers driving experiences for every driver, and it is a true paradise for 4x4 lovers, with both stunning ice roads and mountainous adventures. Located in the Khövsgöl Province, in the northwestern part Mongolia, the Lake Khövsgöl ice road is a stunning adventure on ice, available only in winter.

The country has an average elevation of 1,580 m (5,180 ft) with mountains and rolling plateaus, so if you prefer high mountain roads, you need to drive to Khurgan-Khoton Lakes. It’s a truly outstanding 4x4 adventure in the northern part of the Altai mountain range, near the Chinese border. Both lakes are situated at an elevation of more than 2,000 m. The country includes the Altai Mountains in the west, the Khangai Mountains in the central part, and the Khentii Mountains in the northeast.

If you like challenging adventures, you can’t miss the Hashaatin Davaa, a high mountain pass at 2,545 m (8,349 ft) above sea level in the western part of Mongolia. The country is characterized by vast steppes, deserts, and mountains, with the Gobi Desert covering a significant portion of its southern region.