The inhumane climb to Cerro Ávila with 20% ramps
Venezuela, south-america
8 km
2,156 m
hard
Year-round
Okay, so picture this: you're in Venezuela, itching for an adventure, and someone whispers about Cerro Ávila. This mountain peak, chilling at 2,156m (7,073ft), isn't your average Sunday drive.
Tucked away in the Waraira Repano national park, the road up is paved with cobblestones, which is cool, right? But hold up—it's narrow, seriously steep, and those turns? Sharp doesn’t even cover it! Definitely a road where you'll want to take it slow.
But trust me, the views are worth it. As you climb, the scenery is epic. When you finally get to the top, you're treated to panoramic vistas of Caracas and the sparkling Caribbean Sea. And get this: there's a 19-story hotel, the Humboldt Hotel, built way back in '56. It's got 360-degree views for days! You can even catch a cable car up from Caracas if you're not feeling the drive.
Word to the wise: weekends can get crazy busy. And honestly, with those steep slopes, a 4x4 is your best bet. The road starts from Avenida Boyacá in Caracas, and it's about 8.0 km to the top. You'll climb 1169 meters over the journey. Buckle up, it's a wild ride!
Road Details
- Country
- Venezuela
- Continent
- south-america
- Length
- 8 km
- Max Elevation
- 2,156 m
- Difficulty
- hard
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