Croatia, Dubrovnik region
Cliff terraces above the old city walls before dropping into the Konavle valley.
Length
22 km
In miles
13.7 mi
Driving time
33 min
Atlas rating
8.8 / 10
The run
Dubrovnik to Cavtat, following the D8. Drive it in either direction, though the views usually favour the climb.
Season
Open year round in normal conditions, with the usual care after rain or frost.
Nearby
76 km away
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Sveti Jure Road
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Krka Zagora Road
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Mali Alan Pass
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Adriatic Highway, D8
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Plitvice Forest Road, D52
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