The Road to Nota Pass in Lombardy Is Not for Beginners

Passo Nota is a high mountain pass at an elevation of 1,208m (3,963ft) above sea level, located in the province of Brescia, Italy. The road to the summit starts at the infamous Passo del Tremalzo.

Passo Nota

Where is Nota Pass?

The pass is located near Trento and Lake Garda, in the Lombardy region, in the northern part of the country.

When Was the Road Through Nota Pass Built?

The pass road was built for strategic reasons during World War I (between 1915 and 1918).

Is Nota Pass Unpaved?

The road to the summit is mostly unpaved and very narrow. The road between the junction for Rifugio Alpini and Tremalzo is closed and unpaved. The road between Vesio and the junction is paved, but it is not suitable for sports cars. However, most ordinary cars and campervans will be fine. 4WD vehicles are recommended. The pass road has a maximum gradient of 14%.

Is the Road Through Nota Pass Open?

This road is closed to motor traffic, probably because of the small size and dangerous condition of several tunnels. Here Map Creator now shows this as closed to traffic, but Garmin still shows it as open.
Road suggested by: Peter W
Pic: Sabrina Sommaruga

 

 

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