The Top 20 Mountain Passes in Massa-Carrara
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Last updated: October 1, 2025
The Cisa pass separates the Ligurian Apennines from the Tuscan-Emilian Apennines; it is at an altitude of about 1,041 m a.s.l., located in the center between the provinces of Parma and Massa-Carrara.
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The climb can be undertaken from Massa, tough at the beginning but after the Passo del Dress almost all downhill, but also from Seravezza, a softer and shady climb, but …
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In addition to the breathtaking views and interesting paths to follow, the Tambura pass also has a particular history. Between 1738 and 1751, the Duke of Modena requested the construction …
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The Vandelli certainly offers beautiful views, but in the stretch I covered from Rosceto to the Conti Hut it is an interminable climb/descent full of stones that requires good experience …
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Between Carrara and Castelpoggio, this panoramic road allows you to go towards the sea, proceed towards the Garfagnana or head towards the splendid Campocecina.
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The Brattello pass is located at 950 m. above sea level, between the Emilian province of Parma and the Tuscan province of Massa-Carrara.
It is surrounded by the forests of …
It is surrounded by the forests of …
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Apennine pass of secondary importance but much loved by those who pedal, the Cirone connects the provinces of Parma and Massa-Carrara. It is attacked from Bosco di Corniglio on the …
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Going up from Resceto towards the Conti refuge you will encounter breathtaking views. Along the Vandelli, however, unfortunately it is necessary to stop to enjoy the coasts because the ground …
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The Passo del Dress is a pass at 1 151 m a.s.l. of the Apuan Alps which connects Massa with Castelnuovo Garfagnana, in the province of Lucca. On the Lucchese …
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Passo 2 santi, known for its winter facilities, but it is also possible to stop in summer, there is a bar and restaurant and a way to stock up on water
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