Quba Rayon · Azerbaijan
Quba–Xınalıq Road
Y40-15Quba to Xınalıq
A spectacular mountain climb from the ancient town of Quba into the high Caucasus, ending at Xınalıq, one of the highest and most isolated villages in Europe at 2,350 m.
From Quba the road climbs steadily south-west into the Greater Caucasus, paved but narrow with tight switchbacks above deep ravines and sweeping valley views. A short gravel stretch marks the final approach into Xınalıq, whose stone houses cling to a ridge at 2,350 m, passing the candy-striped mineral mountains en route. Winter closes the road entirely.
Quba–Xınalıq Road on the map14.9 mi · point to point
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Corners
busiest around mile 15Elevation
under 4%4–8%over 8%1,327.4 – 2,152.8 mPoints of interest2 stops
- Xinaliq (Khinalug) VillageOne of Europe's highest inhabited villages and the dramatic endpoint of the road15 mi in
- Khinalug Valley OverlookPanorama over the village terraces and surrounding Caucasus peaks as the road tops out15 mi in
Hazards
- Avalanches and landslides closing the road in winter
- Narrow single-lane sections with sheer drops and no barriers
- Rockfall on exposed cliff faces
- Road impassable in deep snow
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“The road is quite steep and narrow, but it is fully paved and honestly in great shape all things considered.”
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