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Passo di Gavia

Raw, tight and merciless.

Elevation
2,621m
AlpinChaser Score
3.9out of 5

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approaches
Passo di Gavia · 2,621 m
approaches
Original polyline · not a symbolic route
Region
South Tyrol
Best approach
Ponte di Legno
Scenery
5.0 / 5
Riding challenge
5.0 / 5
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Passo di Gavia at a glance.

The most important values in one clear overview.

Elevation
2,621 m

Height of the crossing

Region
South Tyrol

Alpine area and surroundings

Best approach
Ponte di Legno

AlpinChaser recommendation

Scenery
5.0 / 5

Ride DNA

Technique
5.0 / 5

Ride DNA

Road condition
3.0 / 5

Ride DNA

Ride DNA
3.9/ 5
AlpinChaser total score
Editorial
3.7
Community
4.45 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
Flow3.1
Technique4.7
Road condition3.0
Traffic2.3
Popularity4.0
Our recommendation

How we would ride this pass.

Ponte di Legno

From Ponte di Legno the ascent is rougher and narrower, the character more uncompromising than from Bormio.

What stays with you
  • Narrow high alpine road
  • Avalanche barriers
  • Rifugio near the altitude
Before departure
  • Poor coating
  • Little room to maneuver
  • Rapid weather change
See it once · then ride

The road in pictures.

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Passo di Gavia – alpine road impression
Passo di GaviaPhoto: Giorgio Galeotti
FAQ

Frequently asked questions about Passo di Gavia

How high is Passo di Gavia?

Passo di Gavia reaches an elevation of 2,621 metres in South Tyrol.

Is Passo di Gavia worth riding by motorcycle?

The Gavia is technical, narrow and demands respect. A pass that demands clean, calm riding. The AlpinChaser riding score is 3.9 out of 5.

Which is the best approach to Passo di Gavia?

Ponte di Legno is the recommended approach. From Ponte di Legno the ascent is rougher and narrower, the character more uncompromising than from Bormio.

What should motorcyclists consider on Passo di Gavia?

Poor coating Little room to maneuver Rapid weather change

When is Passo di Gavia 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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