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Driving roads in Bhutan
All 2 hand-picked driving roads in Bhutan on one interactive map, every one traced from real geometry and fact-checked.
Roads2hand-picked
Combined134 mi216 km of driving
High point3,806 m12,487 ft
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What is the best driving road in Bhutan?
Thrumshing La Road is the place to start. The Lateral Road over Thrumshing La, at 3,780 m the second-highest pass in Bhutan, falling more than 3,000 m down a wall of cliff-hugging switchbacks from alpine forest into subtropical valleys.
How many great driving roads does Bhutan have?
2 hand-picked and fact-checked roads, 134 miles of driving in all, every one mapped from real road geometry.
When is the best time to drive in Bhutan?
Most of the roads here are at their best in spring and autumn. Several of the higher routes close over winter, so check the season before a cold-weather trip.
What is the highest road in Bhutan?
Chele La is the highest, climbing to about 3,806 m (12,487 ft).