Skoda Vietnam organized a three-day, 1,100km "Road to Dien Bien" journey to mark the 70th anniversary of the Điện Biên Phủ victory, traveling Hanoi – Điện Biên – Lai Châu – Lào Cai – Hanoi and visiting key historical sites.
Four Skoda models (Kodiaq Style, Kodiaq Ambition, Karoq Style, Karoq Ambition) built on the MQB chassis and meeting five-star Euro NCAP standards completed the route, demonstrating performance, durability and comfort across challenging terrain.
The convoy crossed Ô Quy Hồ Pass, known for winding, scenic and challenging roads. Vehicles handled steep, changing terrain during the expedition.
Co Noi Junction in Sơn La Province is a strategic intersection linking Sơn La and Điện Biên and was an important site during the Điện Biên Phủ campaign. The Co Noi Monument stands as a historical testament to that struggle.
Pha Đin Pass, on the Sơn La–Điện Biên border at over 1,500m elevation, served as a key supply route during the anti‑French resistance. Today it offers dramatic scenery and demanding driving sections.
Điện Biên Phủ welcomed visitors during the 70th anniversary with flags and ceremonies. Families can visit landmarks such as Hill A1, the Victory Flagpole and the Điện Biên Victory Museum to learn national history.
Journey through historical lands
Crossing the Northwest, the convoy passed Đặ Trang Pass, Co Noi, Pha Đin, Mường Phăng, Điện Biên Phủ City and the Victory Museum — locations central to the Điện Biên Phủ campaign and the nation's victory.
Mường Phăng
Mường Phăng, part of the national historic complex, was the command base of the Điện Biên Phủ campaign and remains a significant site for understanding the operation.
Điện Biên Victory Museum
The museum in Điện Biên Phủ houses more than 12,000 artifacts, images and documents that recount the campaign and the leadership and courage behind the victory.
Hang Tôm Bridge and return
On the return leg the convoy stopped at Hang Tôm Bridge over the Đà River, a prominent engineering landmark in the Northwest. The journey concluded with lasting impressions of history, landscape and community spirit.