South Africa, Karoo
A hand built dry stone gravel pass twisting through folded red rock strata.
Length
24 km
In miles
14.9 mi
Driving time
45 min
Atlas rating
9.7 / 10
The run
Prince Albert to Oudtshoorn, following the P0334. Drive it in either direction, though the views usually favour the climb.
Season
Gravel, closed after snow or heavy rain
Checked by the Drivers Atlas desk
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Last reviewed 5 June 2026
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