Five Coastal Roads Worth the Detour

Take the long way home

Coastal driving is its own reward. The combination of sea air, changing light, and roads that hug the cliffs creates a rhythm you simply cannot rush. We have spent years finding the stretches that are worth planning a trip around.

Each of our five favourites pairs dramatic scenery with the kind of flowing corners that make a great car feel alive. Bring a full tank, a good playlist, and no fixed schedule.

When to go

Shoulder seasons bring quieter roads and softer light. Avoid public holidays, set off early, and you will have these views almost entirely to yourself.