A Narrow Paved Road to Pragel Pass in the Swiss Alps

Pragelpass is a high mountain pass at an elevation of 1,550 meters (5,085 feet) above sea level, located in the canton of Schwyz in Switzerland.

Pragel Pass

Is the Road to Pragel Pass Paved?

Located in the eastern part of the country, the road to the summit is fully paved but narrow and steep, reaching a maximum grade of 18 percent in some sections. The summit features a small parking lot and a restaurant.

How Long is the Road to Pragel Pass?

The pass is 30.8 kilometers (19.13 miles) long, running from Riedern (a municipality in the canton of Glarus) to Muotathal (a village in Schwyz District in the canton of Schwyz).

Is the Road to Pragel Pass Open in Winter?

Set high in the Swiss Alps, the Pragel Pass is closed in winter from around mid-October to May. The east side of the pass road is closed to motorized vehicles on Saturdays and Sundays, making it ideal for bikers.

 

 

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