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The Top 20 Mountain Passes in the Alps

Whether it be for the views, for the climbs or for the downhill descents, browse our list of the best mountain passes in the Alps and make your next adventure one to remember. Contributed by the community, for the community, each mountain pass Highlight is a personal recommendation you know you can trust, so simply find your favorite and go.

Last updated: November 21, 2025

Walmendinger Horn

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We always enjoy going there for hiking and to enjoy the great view.

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Sassolungo group hikes

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The Sassolungo with its 3181 m high summit was first climbed in 1869 by Paul Grohmann.

Together with the Sassopiatto, the Sassolungo is a popular hiking destination in the summer …

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View of the Wilder Kaiser from Ellmau

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The Kaiser Mountains have wonderful hiking and cycling trails. The view here is magnificent.

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Mendel Pass (Passo della Mendola)

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Mountain pass between South Tyrol and Trentino, connection of Überetsch with Val di Non.

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Gatterl Border Crossing

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The Gatterl is a border crossing between Germany and Austria that is worth seeing and offers a great view of the Reintal, the Zugspitze and the surrounding mountain ranges. The …

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Pfitscherjoch Border Crossing

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A real highlight of the hike is crossing the border into Italy. After a hike of almost two hours you can cross the boundary stone to South Tyrol in the …

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Fernpass Trail

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This trail is almost legendary. He is the first driving challenge on the Albrecht Route and the Via Claudia Augusta. Over the years, the iron-studded wagon wheels of the old …

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Pordoi Pass

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The Pordoi pass is one of the most famous climbs in all of Italy. Its pass is located at 2,239 meters above sea level, and is located between the mountain …

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Tremalzo Tunnel and Military Road

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A classic, a must for every holiday on Lake Garda

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Passo Sella – Rifugio Maria Flora

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Once or twice a year there is also the Sellarondabikeday. You can “enjoy” the whole thing without car traffic. This means that even more people are traveling by bike.

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