Mount Kudebi, a wild road only for experienced drivers
Georgia, europe
120 km
2,991 m
extreme
Year-round
Okay, buckle up, adventure junkies! We're heading to Mount Kudebi in eastern Georgia's Mtskheta-Mtianeti region. This isn't your average Sunday drive – we're talking a wild ride up to 2,991 meters (that's 9,812 feet!). Forget pavement; this is a raw, unadulterated, 4x4-only service road clinging to the Gudauri mountains, part of the Greater Caucasus range.
Think seriously steep inclines as you climb 900 meters from the Gudauri Ski Resort. This road is around 120km north of Tbilisi. The mountain lift is operated by the resort, which sits along the famous Georgian Military Highway. Summer is your window of opportunity because, let's be real, this road wouldn't stand a chance against winter. Expect absolutely mind-blowing scenery. However, this road is closed to private vehicles, so keep that in mind!
Where is it?
Mount Kudebi, a wild road only for experienced drivers is located in Georgia (europe). Coordinates: 42.6883, 43.0272
Road Details
- Country
- Georgia
- Continent
- europe
- Length
- 120 km
- Max Elevation
- 2,991 m
- Difficulty
- extreme
- Coordinates
- 42.6883, 43.0272
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