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Most Picturesque Coastal Routes

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    The Amalfi Coast

    309 votes
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    Scenic trail

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    The Amalfi Coast is an exceptionally picturesque coastal route due to its dramatic cliffs plunging into the Tyrrhenian Sea and its charming villages clinging to the hillsides. The scenery offers breathtaking views of azure bays, lush vegetation, and colorful architecture, creating an unforgettable visual experience.

    • Popular route

    • Short and beautiful excursion

    • Declared a UNESCO World Heritage Site

    • Most photographed village on the Amalfi Coast

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    Hawaii's Hana Highway

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    Offers spectacular coastal views

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    Hawaii's Hana Highway is an exceptionally scenic coastal route due to its lush rainforests, spectacular waterfalls, and Pacific Ocean vistas that unfold at every turn. The drive offers complete immersion into Maui's natural beauty, featuring points of interest like Waianapanapa Black Sand Beach and the bamboo forest.

    • Passes through lush rainforests

    • Features flowing waterfalls

    • Has black sand beaches

    • Is a tourist attraction in itself

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    The Great Ocean Road, Australia

    30 votes
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    Declared a National Heritage Site of Australia in 2011

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    The Great Ocean Road stands out for its breathtaking panoramic ocean views, iconic rock formations like the Twelve Apostles, and its winding path along the Victorian coastline. This road offers an unforgettable visual experience with dramatic cliffs and pristine beaches.

    • One of the most popular road trips in the country

    • Paradise beaches for surfers

    • Natural parks

    • Allows you to see kangaroos and koalas

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    Garden Route, South Africa

    21 votes
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    Declared a UNESCO Biosphere Reserve

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    The Garden Route in South Africa is an exceptionally scenic stretch of road that winds along the coast, offering spectacular views of the Indian Ocean and astonishing biodiversity. Its combination of lush forests, golden beaches, and dramatic cliffs makes it an unforgettable visual experience for any traveler.

    • One of the most beautiful areas in South Africa

    • It has a special charm all year round

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    Wild Atlantic Way, Ireland

    12 votes
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    Spans nine counties along the Irish Atlantic coast

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    The Wild Atlantic Way offers an immersive experience through dramatic coastal landscapes, towering cliffs, and pristine beaches. Its extensive route allows for the discovery of the untamed beauty of the Irish coastline in its fullest expression.

    • Appeals to car, motorcycle, and campervan travelers

    • Impressive coastal route of over 2,500 kilometers

    • The world's longest defined coastal touring route

    • Wild landscapes of cliffs and beaches

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    Cabot Trail, Nova Scotia

    7 votes
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    Wonderful, picturesque, and diverse journey

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    The Cabot Trail in Nova Scotia provides spectacular views of the Atlantic Ocean and the rugged coastline of the Cape Breton Highlands. Its winding road meanders through breathtaking scenery, blending dramatic cliffs with lush forests, making it an unforgettable visual experience for coastal route enthusiasts.

    • Offers epic views of whale-inhabited waters

    • Access to picturesque towns

    • Stunning and beautiful landscape and views

    • One of the most beautiful road trips in the world

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    Pacific Coast Highway

    6 votes
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    Stunning scenic highway

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    The Pacific Coast Highway is an iconic route offering spectacular views of the Pacific Ocean through dramatic cliffs and golden beaches. Its winding layout and points of interest like Big Sur make it an unforgettable experience for coastal landscape lovers.

    • Offers total immersion in breathtaking landscapes

    • Picturesque villages and memorable experiences

    • Seaside locations

    • Rugged cliffs and hidden coves

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    Atlantic Road, Norway

    5 votes
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    Impressive road that crosses several fjords

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    The Atlantic Road in Norway is an engineering marvel that winds its way across islands and skerries, offering spectacular views of the open sea and surrounding mountains. Its unique design, with bridges that seem to float above the water, makes it an unforgettable and visually stunning driving experience.

    • Allows for a scenic tour of beautiful landscapes along the sea

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    Adriatic Highway, Croatia, Bosnia, and Herzegovina, Montenegro

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    Picturesque coastal road

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    The Adriatic Highway offers stunning views of the Adriatic Sea, with stretches winding along dramatic cliffs and passing by charming coastal towns. Its route allows travelers to admire the natural beauty of the Balkan coast, from Croatian islands to Montenegrin bays.

    • Allows visiting Croatia, Montenegro, and Bosnia

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    Les Corniches, Côte D'Azur

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    Offers magnificent viewpoints

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    Les Corniches on the French Riviera provides breathtaking panoramic views of the Mediterranean Sea and dramatic cliffs. Its winding path through charming villages and lush greenery makes it an unforgettable visual experience for coastal route enthusiasts.

    • Passes through picturesque villages

    • Offers breathtaking views

    • Ideal for road lovers

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