The historic paved road to Brocon Pass

Passo Brocon is a high mountain pass at an elevation of 1,616m (5,302ft) above sea level, located in the northern Italian region of Trentino-Alto Adige/Südtirol.

Passo Brocon

Where is Brocon Pass?

Set high in the Dolomites mountain range, the pass connects the Vanoi valley with the Tesino plateau. The summit hosts a restaurant and a hotel.

When was the road to Brocon Pass built?

The pass was an important strategic point during the two world wars, thanks to its position. The pass road was built between 1905 and 1908.

How long is Brocon Pass?

The road to the summit is totally paved. It’s called Strada Provinciale 79 (SP79 road). The drive is very scenic, offering stunning views. It is narrow in parts and reaches a maximum gradient of 15.2% through some of the ramps. The pass is 27.8 km (17.27 miles) long, running from Castello Tesino to Ronco-Chiesa.

 

 

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