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The best driving roads in Namibia
All 3 driving roads in Namibia on one interactive map, including 1 world icon, each with its route, climb and best seasons.
Roads31 world icon
Combined190 mi306 km of driving
High point2,066 m6,778 ft
The roads
Spreetshoogte Pass38 mi · 1 h 19 min · 1,822 m summitView the roadbook ›
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What is the best driving road in Namibia?
Spreetshoogte Pass is the place to start. The steepest pass in Namibia plunges off the Khomas Highland escarpment into the Namib Desert in savage switchbacks on a gravel road barely two vehicles wide, with views across an infinite plain.
How many great driving roads does Namibia have?
3 roads in our catalogue, including 1 world icon, 190 miles of driving in all, every one traced from OpenStreetMap.
When is the best time to drive in Namibia?
Most of the roads here are at their best in autumn and winter.
What is the highest road in Namibia?
Gamsberg Pass is the highest, climbing to about 2,066 m (6,778 ft).