Transfagarasan: DN7C, Carpathians, Romania

Distance: 115 km (71 miles), Curtea de Arges to Cartisoara Altitude: 2,042 m (6,700 ft) at the Balea tunnel Best for: technical alpine, day rides, Carpathian touring Best time: late June to October Technicality: High. Two distinct roads in one, and the north side is relentless.