Road and mountain landscape at Passo dello Stelvio / Stilfser Joch
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🇮🇹South TyrolMountain pass · Roadbook

Passo dello Stelvio / Stilfser Joch

The most famous hairpin bend in the Alps.

Elevation
2,758m
AlpinChaser Score
4.1out of 5

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Passo dello Stelvio / Stilfser Joch · 2,758 m
approaches
Original polyline · not a symbolic route
Region
South Tyrol
Best approach
Prato allo Stelvio
Scenery
5.0 / 5
Riding challenge
5.0 / 5
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Passo dello Stelvio / Stilfser Joch at a glance.

The most important values in one clear overview.

Elevation
2,758 m

Height of the crossing

Region
South Tyrol

Alpine area and surroundings

Best approach
Prato allo Stelvio

AlpinChaser recommendation

Scenery
5.0 / 5

Ride DNA

Technique
5.0 / 5

Ride DNA

Road condition
4.0 / 5

Ride DNA

Ride DNA
4.1/ 5
AlpinChaser total score
Editorial
4.0
Community
4.214 ratings

The total score combines the editorial ride profile with AlpinChaser community experience. Categories show the current weighted result.

How this pass feels.

Large and clear enough to compare before the ride, without hiding decisive values in small cards.

Scenery4.9
Flow3.4
Technique4.8
Road condition4.2
Traffic2.6
Popularity5.0
Our recommendation

How we would ride this pass.

Prato allo Stelvio

From Prato, the legendary hairpin bends unfold their full effect: steep, narrow and a defining driving experience.

What stays with you
  • 48 hairpin bends from Prato
  • Glacier view
  • Hut in the summit area
Before departure
  • Very tight hairpin bends with risk of tipping over
  • Stationary vehicles in hairpin bends
  • Cold temperatures
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The road in pictures.

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Passo dello Stelvio / Stilfser Joch – alpine road impression
Passo dello Stelvio / Stilfser JochPhoto: © Leo Schindzielorz / Instagram
FAQ

Frequently asked questions about Passo dello Stelvio / Stilfser Joch

How high is Passo dello Stelvio / Stilfser Joch?

Passo dello Stelvio / Stilfser Joch reaches an elevation of 2,758 metres in South Tyrol.

Is Passo dello Stelvio / Stilfser Joch worth riding by motorcycle?

The Stelvio is pure technique and concentration. The extremely dense sequence of hairpin bends forces you to drive cleanly and makes it a mandatory pass. The AlpinChaser riding score is 4.1 out of 5.

Which is the best approach to Passo dello Stelvio / Stilfser Joch?

Prato allo Stelvio is the recommended approach. From Prato, the legendary hairpin bends unfold their full effect: steep, narrow and a defining driving experience.

What should motorcyclists consider on Passo dello Stelvio / Stilfser Joch?

Very tight hairpin bends with risk of tipping over Stationary vehicles in hairpin bends Cold temperatures

When is Passo dello Stelvio / Stilfser Joch open?

High-alpine roads can be affected by seasonal closures, snow, construction or short-notice restrictions. Check the official local road status on the day of travel.

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