Nassfeld Pass is a classic road trip in the Carnic Alps

Nassfeld Pass-Passo di Pramollo is an international high mountain pass at an elevation of 1.534m (5,032ft) above sea level, located on the Italian-Austrian border.

Nassfeld Pass

Where is Nassfeld Pass-Passo di Pramollo?

Set high in the Carnic Alps, the pass links the Austrian state of Carinthia and the Italian region Friuli-Venezia Giulia. During the Middle Ages, it was important trade route between the Duchy of Carinthia and the Republic of Venice.

How long is Nassfeld Pass-Passo di Pramollo?

The pass is 24.2km (15.03 miles) long, running north-south from Tröpolach to Pontebba.

How steep is Nassfeld Pass-Passo di Pramollo?

On the Italian side, the road to the summit is fully paved. It’s called SP110. Starting from Pontebba, the ascent is 13.4 km long. Over this distance, the elevation gain is 969 meters. The average percentage is 7.2 %. On the Austrian side, the road to the summit is fully paved. It’s called B90. Starting from Tröpolach, the ascent is 11.6 km long. Over this distance, the elevation gain is 940 meters. The average percentage is 8.1 %. The climb hits a 14.0% through some of the ramps.

 

 

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