Romania, Parang Mountains
Romania's highest road runs along bare alpine ridgelines with almost no barriers.
Length
148 km
In miles
92 mi
Driving time
4 hr 38 min
Atlas rating
9.6 / 10
The run
Novaci to Sebes, following the DN67C. Drive it in either direction, though the views usually favour the climb.
Season
Closed by snow from late October to June
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