I’VE RIDDEN IT...

“The Transfagarasan is insane. Sprawled out in front of you are 60 mesmerising miles of twists and turns disappearing into the clouds. You’ll fall into a trance as you climb its staircase while navigating tunnels, viaducts and endless hairpins.

“Along the way you’ll find castles and lakes but at the top you’re rewarded with jaw-dropping views over the snaking road slithering through the valley below.

“While you’re up there, don’t forget to visit Vlad the Impaler’s castle (Poenari Citadel). The bloodthirsty Romanian ruler was the inspiration for Dracula, whose castle is only 100 miles away.”

ANDY DAVIDSON, RIDE CONTRIBUTOR