United Kingdom, Ayrshire, Scotland
A coastal optical illusion road where cars appear to roll uphill on their own.
Length
8 km
In miles
5 mi
Driving time
10 min
Atlas rating
8.2 / 10
The run
Croy Bay to Dunure, following the A719. 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.
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