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Umbrailpass

Rough high alpine crossing with side pass character.

Elevation
2,501m
AlpinChaser Score
3.5out of 5

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approaches
Umbrailpass · 2,501 m
approaches
Original polyline · not a symbolic route
Region
Engadin
Best approach
Santa Maria Val Müstair
Scenery
4.0 / 5
Riding challenge
4.0 / 5
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Umbrailpass at a glance.

The most important values in one clear overview.

Elevation
2,501 m

Height of the crossing

Region
Engadin

Alpine area and surroundings

Best approach
Santa Maria Val Müstair

AlpinChaser recommendation

Scenery
4.0 / 5

Ride DNA

Technique
4.0 / 5

Ride DNA

Road condition
4.0 / 5

Ride DNA

Ride DNA
3.5/ 5
AlpinChaser total score
Editorial
3.3
Community
4.05 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.

Scenery4.1
Flow3.2
Technique4.0
Road condition4.1
Traffic2.4
Popularity3.0
Our recommendation

How we would ride this pass.

Santa Maria Val Müstair

From Santa Maria, the pass looks more pristine and more honest than from the Stelvio branch.

What stays with you
  • Unasphalted passages
  • Vast high alpine landscape
  • Rest area near the heights
Before departure
  • Poor coating
  • Dust on the road
  • Rapid weather change
See it once · then ride

The road in pictures.

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Umbrailpass – alpine road impression
UmbrailpassPhoto: Pavel Špindler
FAQ

Frequently asked questions about Umbrailpass

How high is Umbrailpass?

Umbrailpass reaches an elevation of 2,501 metres in Engadin.

Is Umbrailpass worth riding by motorcycle?

The Umbrail is narrow, technical and less touristy than the Stelvio. Less show, more concentration. The AlpinChaser riding score is 3.5 out of 5.

Which is the best approach to Umbrailpass?

Santa Maria Val Müstair is the recommended approach. From Santa Maria, the pass looks more pristine and more honest than from the Stelvio branch.

What should motorcyclists consider on Umbrailpass?

Poor coating Dust on the road Rapid weather change

When is Umbrailpass 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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