Roads of Italy

In the heart of southern Europe, Italy stands tall as a country intricately woven with roads that are emblematic of its rich tapestry of history, unparalleled artistry, and nature's raw, untouched grandeur. To traverse Italy's roads is to embark upon an odyssey that tells tales from epochs gone by and teases with visions of scenic wonders.

Start the journey with the iconic Stelvio Pass, a masterpiece of engineering often hailed as Europe's ultimate driving challenge. As your wheels glide through its countless turns, you're granted front-row seats to the theatre of the Alps, where snow-capped peaks converse with azure skies. Next, set course for the Amalfi Coast Road, a mesmerizing stretch where the Tyrrhenian Sea's sapphire waves play hide and seek with quaint coastal hamlets, reminiscent of postcard-perfect landscapes.

The Strada della Forra, with its cinematic allure, paints a canvas of dramatic gorges and tunnels, forever etched in memories by James Bond's escapades. The towering Gavia Pass, on the other hand, is a silent ode to the majesty of the Italian Alps. As if that isn't enough, the San Boldo Pass astonishes with its intricate dance of 18 hairpin bends and five tunnels, each narrating tales of human ingenuity. Then, in the midst of these giants, the Splügen Pass offers another layer of Alpine wonder, beckoning travelers with its mix of verdant landscapes and historical charm.

Every road in Italy is not just a means of commute; it's a passage through time, a trail of legends, and a gallery of Earth's masterpieces. And as you journey through these pathways, you are not just covering distances; you're collecting tales, imbibing culture, and weaving memories of a lifetime.

Located in the province of Brescia, in the Lombardy region of Italy, driving the infamous Anfo Ridge Road is a lifetime experience. This old military road is certainly breathtaking and has a fearsome reputation.

Passo delle Erbe is a high mountain pass at an elevation of 1.993m (6,538ft) above the sea level, located in South Tyrol, in the Italian Trentino-Alto Adige/Südtirol region.

Muro di Sormano is a short but devastatingly steep climb in Sormano, a municipality in the Province of Como in the Italian region of Lombardy. This vertical wall is famous as one of the most severe of any road cycling race, featuring sections in excess of 27% grade. It’s one of the hardest and most epic climbs you can ride on two wheels.

Passo di Giau is a high mountain pass at an elevation of 2.238m (7,342ft) above the sea level, located in the province of Belluno, in the Veneto region of Italy. You get some of the best views at the top. It’s said to be one of the most beautiful passes in the Dolomites.

Punta Veleno is a mountain pass at an elevation of 1.171m (3,841ft) above the sea level, located in the Province of Verona in the Italian region of Veneto. The terrible narrow road to the summit has 21 hairpin turns (all numbered) and hits a 25% of maximum gradient. Why such roads are built is difficult to understand; why you go up by bike, is perhaps a case for trained psychologists.

Col Agnel-Colle dell'Agnello is an international high mountain pass at an elevation of 2.744m (9,003ft) above the sea level located on the French-Italian border. It's one of the highest roads of Europe.

Passo di Lavazé is a high mountain pass at an elevation of 1.824m (5,984ft) above the sea level, located in the autonomous region of Trentino-Alto Adige/Südtirol, in Italy.

Passo Gardena is a high mountain pass at an elevation of 2.123m (6,965ft) above the sea level, located in the Autonomous Province of Bolzano, in South Tyrol, Italy.

Passo Pordoi is a high mountain pass at an elevation of 2.242m (7,355ft) above the sea level, located on the boundary of Trentino in the region Trentino-Alto Adige/Südtirol and the Province of Belluno in the region Veneto, in Italy.

Cristo Redentore di Maratea is a colossal statue of Jesus Christ atop of Monte San Biágio, in Maratea, a town in the province of Potenza, in Italy. The road winds up the side of the mountain bend after bend.

Sela de Culac is a high mountain pass at an elevation of 2.020m (6,627ft) above the sea level, located in the Autonomous Province of Bolzano, in South Tyrol, Italy.

Strada dei Cannoni is a military road located on the northern part of Italy. The road climbs up from 680m to 2.287m (7,503ft) above the sea level.

Passo del Vivione is a high mountain pass at an elevation of 1.836m (6,023ft) above the sea level, located in the Province of Bergamo in the Italian region of Lombardy.

Col de St-Pantaléon is a high mountain pass at an elevation of 1.676m (5,498ft) above the sea level, located in the Valle d'Aosta autonomous region of Italy.

Galleria dei Saraceni, a high-altitude tunnel situated at 2,224m (7,296ft) in the Piedmont region of Italy, has been closed since 2013. Nestled in the southwestern Alps, there are ongoing efforts to reopen this tunnel, also known as Galleria Monte Seguret, as soon as possible.

Monte San Simeone is a mountain peak at an elevation of 1.208m (3,963ft) above the sea level, located in the Province of Udine in the Italian autonomous region of Friuli-Venezia Giulia.

Sella Carnizza is a mountain pass at an elevation of 1.123m (3,684ft) above the sea level, located in the province of Udine, in the Friuli-Venezia Giulia region of Italy.

Vecchia Strada della Fricca is an old, abandoned road located in the northern Italian region of Trentino-Alto Adige/Südtirol. It's a true gem of military architecture. Keep in mind that you are in an uncontrolled area with the possibility of falling rocks.

Colle d’Ancoccia is a high mountain pass at an elevation of 2.533m (8,310ft) above the sea level, located in the province of Cuneo, on the far south west of the region of Piedmont, in Italy.

Theodulpass is an international high mountain peak at an elevation of 3.336m (10,944ft) above the sea level, located on the border of Switzerland and Italy. It's one of the highest roads of Europe.

Passo del Tonale is a high mountain pass at an elevation of 1.883m (6,178ft) above the sea level, located on the boundary of Trentino-Alto Adige/Südtirol and Lombardy, in Italy.

Colle di Chavannes is a high mountain pass at an elevation of 2.608m (8,556ft) above the sea level, located in Valle d’Aosta region of Italy. It’s one of the highest roads of the country.

Rifugio Piccolo Pirovano is a high mountain refuge at an elevation of 3.018m (9,901ft) above the sea level, located in the Italian province of Sondrio, in the Lombardy region, near the Swiss border. It's one of the highest roads of Europe.

Located in the heart of the central Italy’s Tuscany region, the Strada Regional 222 is a very scenic drive crossing vineyards, olive groves and picturesque small towns.

Forcella Luson is a high mountain pass at an elevation of 2.383m (7,818ft) above the sea level, located in the Trentino-South Tyrol region of Italy.

Situated at the crossroads of Brescia and Sondrio provinces in the Lombardy region of Italy, Passo di Mortirolo soars to an elevation of 1,878m (6,161ft) above the sea level. This legendary ascent stands as one of the most grueling challenges in professional cycling, having been featured repeatedly in the Giro d'Italia stage race.

Passo di Foscagno is a high mountain pass at an elevation of 2,308m (7,572ft) above the sea level, located in the province of Sondrio, in the Lombardy region of Italy.

Passo Tre Croci is a high mountain pass at an elevation of 1.811m (5,941ft) above the sea level, located in the Province of Belluno, in the Veneto region of Italy.

Passo del Maniva is a high mountain pass at an elevation of 1,664m (5,459ft) above sea the level. Located in the Brescia province of Lombardy, in Italy, this pass offers a picturesque drive through the Italian Alps.

Lago Serrù is a high mountain reservoir at an elevation of 2.275m (7,464ft) above the sea level, located in the Province of Turin within the Piedmont region of Italy.

Giogo della Bala is a high mountain pass, at an elevation of 2.129m (6,984ft) above the sea level located in the province of Brescia, in Lombardy. 

Forcella d’Entova is a high mountain pass at an elevation of 2.802m (9,192ft) above the sea level, located in the Province of Sondrio in the Italian region Lombardy. It's one of the highest roads of Europe.

Monte Saccarello-Mont Saccarel is an international high mountain peak at an elevation of 2.178m (7,145ft) above the sea level, located on the French-Italian border.

Testa Grigia is an international high mountain peak at an elevation of 3.471m (11,387ft) above the sea level, located on the border of Switzerland and Italy. It’s one of the highest roads of Europe.

Rifugio Auronzo is a high mountain refuge at an elevation of 2.340m (7,677ft) above the sea level, located on the boundary between the Trentino-South Tyrol and Veneto regions in Italy.

Passo di Monte Giovo is a high mountain pass at an elevation of 2.094m (6,870ft) above the sea level, located in the South Tyrol province of Italy.