The road from Neral to Matheran will send your heart to your mouth for sure

Located in the Raigad district of the Indian state of Maharashtra, the road from Neral to Matheran is a very challenging drive. People fear to drive on this road.

Neral-Matheran Road

How long is the road from Neral to Matheran?

The road is 8.9 km (5.5 miles) long, running north-south from Neral, a town in Raigad district at an elevation of 40 m (130 ft) above sea level, to Matheran, a hill station and a municipal council at 800 m (2,600 ft) above sea level.

Is the road from Neral to Matheran paved?

The road is totally paved and features hairpin turns and curves. If you don't want to drive it, there are many shared taxis that take tourists in hoards right up to Matheran.

How challenging is the road from Neral to Matheran?

This serpentine road will send your heart to your mouth for sure! The road that goes up to Matheran from Neral is as smooth as butter. But you cannot speed up due to its narrowness. You've got to be really careful with the wheels because of the pathetic road conditions that could test the patience of even the most seasoned drivers. But you really deserve a medal if you've driven on the road. It’s a pretty steep drive: the average gradient is 8.53%.
Pic: Ravi Ahlawat

 

 

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