Vizze Pass: An Awe-Inspiring Route in the Zillertal Alps
Passo di Vizze-Pfitscherjoch is an international high mountain pass at an elevation of 2,276 m (7,467 ft) above sea level, located on the border of Italy and Austria.
Where is Passo di Vizze-Pfitscherjoch?
The pass is situated on the border between Tyrol (in Austria) and South Tyrol (in Italy). This pass links Val di Vizze and Valle dello Zamser Grund. There is a good restaurant/hotel at the summit called Pfitscherjoch Haus-Rifugio Passo di Vizze, which was built in 1888.
Is Passo di Vizze-Pfitscherjoch Unpaved?
The road to the summit is completely unpaved. A 4x4 vehicle is required, as the drive includes steep sections and narrow parts. It is closed to private vehicles. Along the way, a gorgeous mountain panorama of the main chain of the Alps is guaranteed.
How Long is Passo di Vizze-Pfitscherjoch?
The road is 19.6 km (12.17 miles) long, running from Val di Vizze in Italy to Schlegeisspeicher Lake in Austria. The Italian side of the road was recently closed to private motor vehicles at the fourth bend, which is at an elevation of 1,815 m (5,954 ft), with the construction of a parking lot. The last 6.1 km to the summit can only be traversed on foot or by bike.
Is Passo di Vizze-Pfitscherjoch Open in Winter?
Set high in the Zillertal Alps, the road to the summit is completely impassable in winter.
Pic: Jakob Chwastek