A Truly Epic Paved Road to Alpisella Pass in the Livigno Range

Passo d’Alpisella is a high mountain pass at an elevation of 2,285m (7,497ft) above sea level, located in the province of Sondrio, in Italy.

Passo d’Alpisella

Where is Alpisella Pass?

The pass, also known as Passo di Valle Alpisella, is located in the Lombardy region, in the northern part of the country, near the Swiss border.

What’s at the Summit of Alpisella Pass?

At the summit, there’s a tiny parking lot, a small lake known as Lago Alpisella, and Malga Alpisella, a mountain hut.

How Long is Alpisella Pass?

The road to the summit is totally unpaved, with narrow parts. A high clearance vehicle is required. It’s 8.9 km (5.53 miles) long, running east-west from Passo di Fraele to Lago di Livigno. The last part is closed to private vehicles.

Is Alpisella Pass Open in Winter?

Set high in the Livigno range of the Alps, the road is usually impassable from October through June (weather permitting).

 

 

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