What are the most spectacular roads in Peru?

In the embrace of the Andes, Peru unfolds a rich tapestry of roads that beckon travelers with stories steeped in ancient wonders and natural grandeur. The Interoceanic Highway acts as a bridge, linking the humid mysteries of the Amazon with the stark allure of the Pacific coast. On the Curvas de Huanchaca, 24 switchbacks tease and challenge, demanding attention and respect on a narrow, precipitous path.

Ascend to the dizzying heights of the Anticona Pass, where the cold Andean winds whisper tales of times gone by. Cañón del Pato, "Duck Canyon", presents not just jaw-dropping beauty but also the thrill of a road demanding skill and courage. And if that wasn't enough, the route to Punta Olimpica in the heart of the Andes is nothing short of awe-inspiring, a testament to nature's grand canvas.

Yet, amid these towering giants, the Nazca desert stretches out, a canvas of ancient art with the Panamericana Sur as your viewing gallery, allowing you to ponder the mysteries etched into the very earth. In Peru, roads aren't mere pathways but a bridge across time, a blend of tradition, tenacity, and topography. So, gear up and let the Peruvian landscapes regale you with tales where every turn holds a new story, a new vista, and an age-old charm

Abra Ares is a high mountain pass at an elevation of 5.018m (16,463ft) above the sea level, located in the region of Arequipa, in Southern Peru. It’s one of the highest roads of the country.

Azufrera Tacora is an abandoned sulphur mine at an elevation of 4.518m (14,822ft) above the sea level, located on the border of Chile and Peru.

Carretera San Francisco de Mosca-Antapirca is a high mountain road located in the Pasco region, in central Peru. The road runs entirely over 2.000m above the sea level.

Yantahuain is a high mountain pass at an elevation of 4.223m (13,854ft) above the sea level, located in the Andes-Cordillera in north-western Peru.

Cerro Iglisane is a high mountain peak at an elevation of 5.052m (16,574ft) above the sea level, located in the General Sánchez Cerro Province in Peru.

Abra Progreso is a high mountain pass at an elevation of 4.432m (14,540ft) above the sea level, located in the Grau Province in Peru.

Laguna Gallococha is a high mountain lagoon, at an elevation of 4.815m (15,797ft) above the sea level, located in the Department of Lima, in Central Peru.

Abra Huaytire is a high mountain pass at an elevation of 4.768m (15643ft) above the sea level, located on the border of Moquegua and Tacna departments in southern Peru.

Cerro Yaritani is a high mountain pass at an elevation of 4.956m (16,259ft) located in Cusco Region, southeastern Peru.

Located in the province of Huaral in Peru, Carretera LM-110 is one of the scariest roads of the country.

Laguna Chiuri is a high mountain lagoon, at an elevation of 4.828m (15,839ft) above the sea level, located in the Department of Lima, in Central Peru.

Laguna Saquicocha is a high mountain lagoon at an elevation of 4.397m (14,425ft) above the sea level, located in the Ancash Region of Peru.

Abra Mañazo is a high mountain pass at an elevation of 4.518m (14,822ft) above the sea level, located in the Puno province of the Puno Region, in Peru.

Pampa Galeras-Barbara D'Achille is a national reserve located in the district and province of Lucanas, department of Ayacucho, in Central Peru. Its main purpose is to protect the habitat of the vicuña.

Laguna Jalcuy is a high mountain lagoon at an elevation of 4.925m (16,158ft) above the sea level, located on the border of Lima and Pasco regions, in Peru.

Pampa Huilacollo is a high mountain plateau at an elevation of 4.625m (15,173ft) above the sea level, located in the province Mariscal Nieto in Moquegua Region, Peru. The average gradient is 11.46%.

Take a journey through the depths of Peru's challenging Cotahuasi Canyon Road. Located about 200 kilometers (124 miles) from Arequipa in the heart of the Southern Andes, Cotahuasi. Canyon is known for being one of the deepest canyons in the world.

Cañon del Rio Puchka is the name of a very challenging drive located in the Ancash region of Peru.

The challenging Puente Camino a Huanaccmarca, located in the Coronel Castañeda District of the Parinacochas Province in Peru, is one of the most spectacular bridges in the world.

Located in the Huarochirí Province of the Department of Lima in Peru, the Infiernillo Canyon is an impressive geological formation carved by the turbulent waters of Rímac river.

Laguna Yanco is a high mountain lagoon at an elevation of 4.444m (14,580ft) above the sea level, located in the Aija Province, of the Ancash Region in Peru.

Cerro Llacsacocha is a high mountain peak at an elevation of 4,980m (16,338ft) above sea level, located in the Junín Region of Peru.

Part of the Panamerican Highway, Ruta Nacional 5 is said to be Chile's longest route. It's a notoriously dangerous drive filled with deep valleys, steep drops, and desert.

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