South Africa, Cape Peninsula
A toll corniche blasted into a sea cliff with 114 curves above the Atlantic.
Length
9 km
In miles
5.6 mi
Driving time
17 min
Atlas rating
9.4 / 10
The run
Hout Bay to Noordhoek, following the M6. Drive it in either direction, though the views usually favour the climb.
Season
Closed after rockfall or heavy rain
Checked by the Drivers Atlas desk
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Last reviewed 9 June 2026
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