The challenging road with 300 turns to Puerto de Tiscar in Andalusia
Puerto de Tíscar is a mountain pass at an elevation of 1,189 m (3,900 ft) above sea level, located in the province of Jaen, in Spain. The road through the summit features more than 300 turns.
Where is Puerto de Tiscar?
The pass is located in the eastern part of the autonomous community of Andalusia, in the southern part of the country.
Why is it called Puerto de Tiscar?
The name of the pass comes from the Virgin of Tíscar, a Catholic image highly revered by the locals to which a special pilgrimage is dedicated in the month of September.
Is the road to Puerto de Tiscar paved?
The road to the summit is called A6206, popularly known as the Quesada-Pozo Alcón road. It was fully paved in the late 2010s.
How challenging is the road to Puerto de Tiscar?
The road is very challenging, with about 300 curves, ravines, and steep slopes, hitting a 16.0% maximum gradient through some of the ramps. It is winding, narrow, and open to all kinds of vehicles, even larger vehicles. Due to its geography, the road was bypassed by the new A-315 in the 2000s.
How long is Puerto de Tiscar?
The road is 30.3 km (18.82 miles) running north-south from Quesada to Pozo Alcón.
Is the drive through Puerto de Tiscar worth it?
Tucked away in Parque Natural de las Sierras de Cazorla, Segura y Las Villas, the drive is stunning, surrounded by pine trees and olive fields in the background (Quesada slope).
When is the best time to drive through Puerto de Tiscar?
In winter, snowfalls are possible, and afternoons in summer are extremely hot, so it is better to drive in spring or autumn. It’s a lonely drive, with not much traffic.
Road suggested by: jorge manuel gómez sánchez