Random Best Driving Roads in World (18 items)

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  (#18) The Snake - Spain

  As a general rule, Spain these days is not the kind of place you want to live. But, it still has some great vacation destinations, including the 52 miles of N-152 from Puigcerda to Ribes de Freser. The turns and jinks on this road are almost nonstop, punctuated only periodically by short straights. In truth, N-152 is probably a bit exhausting for four-wheeled drivers, but motorcyclists love it.
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  (#13) Isle of Man

  With a name like "Isle of Man," you know it has to be good. The Snaefell mountain road (A18) spans 15.3 miles between Douglas and Ramsey, and you almost certainly know it from the annual Isle of Man TT race. It's a brooding, foggy, serious road that seems specifically built for spirited driving.

  Like any good road course, it offers a selection of tight, technical sections, sweepers, long straights, and best of all, local traffic laws are extremely "understanding." As long you're not full-out racing, posing a danger to the public, or just being a general jerk, the good constables of the Isle aren't averse to letting you have your fun. Just be sure to show your appreciation by visiting some of the local businesses.
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  (#4) New Zealand's Southern Alps

  Is it any surprise that Middle Earth makes driving fantasies come true? You might recognize these as the Misty Mountains, but they're actually the Southern Alps. That name is a little deceptive, though. They're not the Alps of Italy. They're bigger than the Alps and the Pyrenees combined, and host some of the most beautiful scenery this side of the Undying Lands.

  New Zealand's roads are also better than most in America, and are planned and banked almost like a race circuit. Check out the 100-mile stretch down Route 6, from Wanaka to Haast Beach. If the cops ask, just tell them you're on a mission to Mordor. 
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  (#14) Snakes, Cats, and Fiddles

  The Snake Pass (A57) and Cat n' Fiddle (A537) are two different roads located south and east of Liverpool England, respectively. Both run 10 miles or less, and were popular among "cafe racers" in the 1950s.

  The latter is named for a pub at the summit of the road, where motorcycle racers would meet before racing hell-for-leather down the road. Snake Pass is tighter and twistier, while Cat n' Fiddle (pictured) is more of a high-speed bomb. Some of the best scenery England has to offer, these roads are worth seeing for the views alone. But the steak and kidney pie isn't bad, either.
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  (#16) The Dragon's Tail at Deal's Gap

  If America has anything comparable to the Alps, it has to be the 120-mile Dragon/Cherohala loop in the tri-state area between Tennessee, North Carolina, and North Georgia. The most famous section is known as The Tail of the Dragon, an 11-mile stretch of Route 129 going through Deal's Gap in North Carolina.

  Calling this road "well known" is an understatement of massive proportions; the whole area is practically an open-road track, and the locals proudly bill it as America's best motorcycle and sports car road. Take it from someone who lived there and drove the loop regularly: Don't challenge the dragon's 318 curves unless you're 100% on your game. This road is treacherous, dangerous, and well-traveled by psychotic bikers and tractor trailers alike.
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  (#10) Great Ocean Road, Australia

  Turn California's PCH upside down and sideways, and you've got Australia's 155-mile Great Ocean Road. In fact, you could say that there are only three major differences between the two: length, the fact that it faces Antarctica instead of Australia, and you're more likely to hit a wallaby instead of a hipster wearing a wallaby t-shirt. Otherwise, though, it's an equally beautiful and challenging road.

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