A paved curvy road to the summit of Campolongo Pass in the Dolomites
Passo Campolongo is a high mountain pass at an elevation of 1.875m (6,152ft) above sea level, located on the boundary between Veneto and South Tyrol regions of Italy.
Where is Campolongo Pass?
The pass links the Province of Belluno and the Autonomous Province of Bolzano, in the northern part of the country.
Is the road to Campolongo Pass paved?
The road to the summit is totally paved. It’s called Strada Provinciale 244 (SP244).
The pass has been featured in the Giro d’Italia race. It’s the 1st climb of the Maratona dles Dolomites, and it is an enchanting climb that welcomes you to the Dolomites.
How long is the road to Campolongo Pass?
The road through the pass is 10.0 km (6.21 miles) long, running south-north from Varda (Province of Belluno) to Corvara (Autonomous Province of Bolzano).
Is the road to Campolongo Pass open in winter?
Set high in the Dolomites mountain range, the pass is typically open all year round, but short-term closures are common in winter.
How steep is the road to Campolongo Pass?
The climb is pretty steep. Starting from Arabba, the ascent is 4 km long. Over this distance, the elevation gain is 295 meters. The average gradient is 7.4%. Starting from Corvara, the ascent is 6.15 km long. Over this distance, the elevation gain is 307 meters. The average gradient is 5%. The first section of tight hairpins is classic Dolomites climbing, with spectacular scenery and punchy gradients from the start. At the golf course, Passo Campolongo reveals its mellower side, and the final 3 km will remind you of climbing Alpine passes through lush meadows.