This 134.8 mile railway got its name for the sections that pass through the Andes mountain range in the northwest of the country. Oftentimes, you are so high up that you are literally in the clouds. The train will take you up close to 14,000 feet.

The high mountain pass of Zoji La runs through the Himalayas in India. It is only passable during a small portion of the year. As soon as winter comes, the whole region gets completely buried in snow.

The Dalton highway stretches over 414-miles, yet it only travels through three small settlements. If you get in an emergency out there, you are in trouble. Most of the highway is gravel, which may or may not be covered in ice, and there is only one medical center along the way. The highway ends when it arrives at the Arctic Ocean.

This crazy road traverses the Carpathian Mountains in Romania. It was originally built as a strategic military route, but now anyone can brave the sharp hairpin turns that wind through the peaks and valleys. The average speed limit is around 25 mph.

A visit to this scenic gorge just north of Queenstown, New Zealand is definitely not for the faint of heart. The area is littered with narrow, steep turns, and creaky suspension bridges. It is one of the only roads in the country where rental car insurance is not valid.

Imagine driving at 17,582 feet over rocky mountains to ultimately arrive at a giant glacier. On the Khardung Pass, that is the reality. Its narrow lanes often result in long traffic backups thanks to landslides, washouts, and accidents.

The white expanse that can be viewed in the distance is actually the largest salt flat in the world. It was created by prehistoric lakes that ultimately dried up. Salar de Uyuni is not only an important transportation route but it’s also really popular among tourists. The salt flat shines like a mirror after it rains.

Another dangerous one in Bolivia is the Yungas Road. Although, its primary use is by cyclists traveling between the Yungas region of the country and La Paz. Since 1998, at least 18 cyclists have perished on this 64km stretch of terror.

The road that passes through Zhangjiajie, China is both winding and beautiful. You can really see how many curves there are by taking an aerial view of it. The Tianmen Mountain in the area is famous for its rough quartzite sandstone columns that tower high into the sky.

We’ve heard of roads that cross rivers and lakes before, however, the Atlantic Ocean Road crosses over the entire Atlantic Ocean. Sure, it’s just a short 5.2-mile portion of the ocean, but if a big storm comes rolling in, that’s plenty of distance to get yourself into trouble.

This breathtaking highway connects the cities of Leh in Ladakh with Manali in Himachal Pradesh. It is only drivable for around 4.5 months each year. It is important to be well prepared since in the final stretch, there are no fuel stations for over 227 miles.

This entire tunnel is carved right along the side of a massive cliff. Some sections are completely exposed. On one side, you can easily run into an uneven rock wall, and on the other, you can go tumbling off the edge.

The passage is a natural causeway that connects mainland France with the island of Noirmoutier. It’s only 2.6 miles long, but you still have to be really careful about when you embark across it. Twice a day, the causeway is totally flooded by the high tide.

Hawaii is known for its incredible tropical beauty and endless miles of coastline. However, some of those coastlines are also pretty remote and winding! If the Hana Highway is driven slow, you should be fine, however, the area is prone to occasional landslides.

If you want to get out to Pamban Island, you are going to have to take the train. Although, that also means crossing the bridge over the Palk Strait. Wind speeds in the strait can occasionally exceed 34 miles per hour.

The Col de la Bonette passes through some of the most incredible sections of the French Alps. It is known as the “Highest road in Europe” thanks to a section which wraps around the Cime de la Bonette peak at 9,380 feet. The road was home to the Tour de France bicycle race in 2008.

The rail line was established in 1908 and has been mesmerizing passengers ever since. According to the statistics, it’s a very safe ride despite the fact that tourists used to be able to ride on the roof. Although, checking out the views and sharp drop-offs as it winds through the Andes would have you thinking otherwise.

The Gotthard Pass in the Swiss Alps has all sorts of meandering curves. You will be paid off with some amazing views, but if you take your eyes off of the road for too long, you could easily miss a turn. It’s an interesting combination.

This highway goes on for 1030 miles of mostly nothing. There’s not really a lot to get distracted by, but that’s actually what makes it so dangerous. People get so bored driving across it that it causes them to fall asleep at the wheel.

It runs between the countries of Georgia and Russia. It is the major route through the Caucasus Mountains. The road used to be very important for military purposes and has been used for hundreds of years since Russian troops originally traveled across it in 1769.

Many of these roads were chosen for their remoteness. However, the Maeklong Railway is pretty much the opposite. It travels right through a bustling market. Every time the train comes whistling through, the sellers have to pull up their blankets and products and dive out of the way.

It’s not an illusion, folks. The Eshima Ohashi Bridge really is this crazy and winding, although, when viewed from a distance, it looks even more so. It was built at that insane angle to allow ships to pass underneath it. The drawbridge that previously existed resulted in constant seven-minute traffic delays every time that a ship came cruising by.

It might look like just another muddy dirt backroad. However, it’s actually a highway. The sections closest to civilization are paved, while the more remote sections are still all gravel and dirt. If it rains, it becomes a total disaster for anyone trying to pass through.