Con đường âm nhạc Fujairah is a 750 metre stretch of Sheikh Khalifa Street at the entrance to Fujairah City that plays the “Ode to Joy” melody from Beethoven’s Ninth Symphony when you drive over it at about 100 km/h. Built by the Fujairah Fine Arts Academy and opened in the summer of 2025 as the first musical road in the Arab world, it was recognised by Guinness World Records in June 2026 as the longest musical road in the world. This guide covers where it is, the speed you need, how it works, and how White Sky Travel and Tourism can plan your Fujairah trip.
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Fujairah musical road at a glance
Here are the key facts in one place, checked against official and news sources in October 2026.
| Chi tiết | Thông tin |
|---|---|
| Địa điểm | Sheikh Khalifa Street, at the entrance to Fujairah City, just before the Fujairah Police General Headquarters |
| Chiều dài | About 750 metres (Guinness World Records measured the musical section at 710 metres) |
| Bài hát | “Ode to Joy” from Beethoven’s Ninth Symphony |
| Tốc độ tốt nhất | About 100 km/h, always within the posted speed limit |
| How long the tune plays | Under 30 seconds at the right speed |
| Được xây dựng bởi | Fujairah Fine Arts Academy |
| Khai trương | Mùa hè 2025 |
| Kỷ lục | Guinness World Records title for the longest musical road, June 2026 |
| Chi phí | Free, it is a public road |
How the Fujairah musical road works
A musical road uses rumble strips, small grooves cut into the asphalt at carefully measured distances. When your tires roll over them, the vibration travels through the wheels and the car body and you hear it inside the cabin as musical notes. The gap between the grooves sets the pitch at a given speed, and your speed sets the tempo. Drive at the speed the road was designed for and the melody comes out clean; drive much slower and the tune stretches and sounds off key.
The idea is not new. Countries like Japan, Denmark, Hungary and the United States have musical roads, but Fujairah’s is the first in the Arab world. The Fujairah Fine Arts Academy created it as part of a project to bring music into daily life and to grow the emirate’s identity as a home for the arts. In June 2026, Guinness World Records confirmed it as the longest musical road, measuring 710 metres of musical rumble strips designed for a speed of 100 km/h.
Where is the Fujairah musical road?
The musical section sits on Sheikh Khalifa Street (Sheikh Khalifa bin Zayed Road) as you enter Fujairah City, just before the Fujairah Police General Headquarters and close to the Fujairah Court area. Signs mark the start of the musical stretch, so you will know when to settle your speed.
Fujairah City is roughly one and a half to two hours by car from Dubai, depending on your starting point and traffic. Because the road leads straight into the city, it is easy to add stops like Pháo đài Fujairah, Các Bảo tàng Fujairah và Nhà thờ Hồi giáo Sheikh Zayed Fujairah trong cùng một ngày.
How to play the Fujairah musical road
Follow these simple steps to hear the full melody.
- Set your route. Navigate to Fujairah City and stay on Sheikh Khalifa Street as you come into town.
- Get the cabin quiet. Turn off the radio and lower the AC fan so the notes are easy to hear.
- Watch for the signs. Signs appear before the grooved section and show where the music starts.
- Settle at about 100 km/h. This is the speed the grooves were designed for. Never go above the posted limit to chase the tune.
- Hold a steady speed. Use cruise control if your car has it and keep your foot still until the smooth asphalt returns.
- Ở trong làn đường của bạn. Keep both hands on the wheel and do not switch lanes on the grooves.
- Want to hear it again? Continue to the next safe U turn or roundabout and come back around legally.
The only real skill is timing. Reach your steady speed before your front tires touch the first groove, because a rushed or slow start spoils the opening notes.
Speeds and what you will hear
Use this table to know what to expect at different speeds.
| Tình hình | Tốc độ | What you will hear |
|---|---|---|
| Chạy lý tưởng | About 100 km/h, within the limit | A clear “Ode to Joy” melody for under 30 seconds |
| Lái xe quá chậm | Well under 100 km/h | Notes drag, sound low and lose the tune |
| Nhiều xe cộ lưu thông | Match the flow safely | Broken or partial melody; try again later |
| Sự chạy mau | Above the posted limit | Not allowed; risk of a fine and a distorted tune |
Troubleshooting the musical road
If the song does not sound right, here is what usually went wrong.
| Những gì bạn nhận thấy | Điều đó thường có nghĩa là gì | What to do next time |
|---|---|---|
| Just a loud rumble | Speed was too low or kept changing | Reach a steady speed before the first groove |
| Melody sounds stretched | You slowed down on the grooves | Keep your foot still until the section ends |
| Song cuts off halfway | You braked or changed lanes | Stay in one lane and avoid braking |
| Hard to hear the notes | Radio or AC fan too loud | Turn off the radio and lower the fan |
| Không có gì xảy ra cả | You missed the musical section | Look for the signs before the Police HQ |
Quy tắc và an toàn đường bộ
Standard traffic laws from the Bộ Nội vụ UAE apply here like anywhere else. Wear your seatbelt, keep your phone away while driving and obey all posted speed limits. Speed cameras operate across the UAE, so never speed to reach the start of the section.
Do not stop or slow down suddenly on the road to listen. Stopping on an active lane is dangerous and illegal. If you want another try, drive on to the next safe turn and loop back.
Make it part of a Fujairah day trip
The musical road is a fun start to a day on the east coast. After your drive, relax at one of the các bãi biển ở Fujairah, explore the city’s forts and museums, or head north toward the mountains and coves.
White Sky Travel and Tourism can plan the whole day for you, from Các tour du lịch Các Tiểu vương quốc Ả Rập Thống nhất with a driver to hotel stays on the east coast. You can split the cost with Tabby, Tamara hoặc trả góp bằng thẻ tín dụng UAE lên đến 12 tháng. Liên hệ với chúng tôi qua WhatsApp theo số điện thoại... +971 4 220 2133 để lên kế hoạch cho chuyến đi của bạn.
When to skip the drive
This experience is not for everyone. If you get motion sickness, the steady vibration may feel uncomfortable, so you may prefer to enjoy Fujairah without the detour.
Skip it during heavy rain or low visibility, when holding a steady speed is harder and less safe. If you are driving a large truck or bus, follow the lane rules for heavy vehicles and do not aim for the musical section.
Bài viết liên quan
Planning more time in Fujairah? These guides will help.
- 10 Địa Điểm Du Lịch Hàng Đầu Ở Fujairah
- Đảo Snoopy ở Fujairah: Hướng dẫn tham quan, lặn biển và ngắm rùa biển
- Nhà thờ Hồi giáo Al Badiyah ở Fujairah: Lịch sử, vị trí và lời khuyên khi tham quan
- Làng Di sản Fujairah: Quay ngược thời gian trên bờ biển phía Đông UAE
- Thác nước Khorfakkan ở Sharjah
Các câu hỏi thường gặp
Where is the Fujairah musical road located?
The Fujairah musical road is on Sheikh Khalifa Street (Sheikh Khalifa bin Zayed Road) at the entrance to Fujairah City, just before the Fujairah Police General Headquarters, Fujairah, United Arab Emirates.
What song does the Fujairah musical road play?
It plays the “Ode to Joy” melody from Ludwig van Beethoven’s Ninth Symphony.
What speed do you need to drive on the Fujairah musical road?
The grooves are designed for about 100 km/h. Hold a steady speed and always stay within the posted speed limit.
How long is the Fujairah musical road?
The musical stretch is about 750 metres long. Guinness World Records measured the musical section at 710 metres.
Is the Fujairah musical road a Guinness World Record?
Yes. In June 2026 Guinness World Records named it the longest musical road in the world, with the record held by the Fujairah Fine Arts Academy.
Who built the Fujairah musical road?
The Fujairah Fine Arts Academy created it as part of a project to bring music and art into everyday life in Fujairah.
Can you hear the music with the windows closed?
Yes. The sound travels through the tires and the car body, so you hear it inside the cabin. Turning off the radio and lowering the AC fan makes the melody clearer.
How long does the song last?
At the right speed the melody plays for under 30 seconds, from the first groove to the end of the section.
Is it free to drive on the musical road?
Yes. It is a public road, so there is no ticket or fee. You only need a car and a steady speed.
How far is the Fujairah musical road from Dubai?
It is roughly one and a half to two hours by car from Dubai, depending on your starting point and traffic.
Kết luận
The Fujairah musical road turns a normal drive into a short concert. Find Sheikh Khalifa Street at the entrance to Fujairah City, quiet the cabin, hold about 100 km/h within the limit and enjoy under 30 seconds of Beethoven’s “Ode to Joy” on the world’s longest musical road. Pair it with the city’s forts, mosques and beaches for a full day on the east coast.
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