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The Top 20 Mountain Passes in Como

Whether it be for the views, for the climbs or for the downhill descents, browse our list of the best mountain passes in Como 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 14, 2025

Madonna del Ghisallo Sanctuary and Cyclists' Monument

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Obligatory destination for all Lombard cyclists.

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Madonna del Ghisallo and Cycling Museum

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A legendary climb for cyclists from Lombardy and beyond.

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Madonna del Ghisallo Summit and Cyclists' Monument

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Allegedly the most popular climb in the Lake Como area, it's a bucket-list destination for all grimpeurs. The side from Bellagio (probably the harder one) averages 4.5% gradient which is …

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Colma di Sormano Summit and Observatory

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Refreshment point to regain your energy after tackling the legendary wall.

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San Lucio Pass — Church and Capanna San Lucio

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In Passo San Lucio, on the border between Italy and Switzerland, there is a church and a refuge open all year round. Here you have a wonderful view of the Val Colla and Lake Lugano.

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San Lucio Pass

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The Capanna San Lucio is located in the upper Val Colla, at 1541 m above sea level, on the slopes of Monte Gazzirola (2116 m). It offers a wonderful view …

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San Jorio Pass

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On the Jorio there is also a small chapel. It has a wonderful panoramic view of the Swiss and the Italian side. Up to the refuge you get up well with the Mtb, above the refuge is announced push ...

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Cow Pass

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Challenging step, exposed and not protected by chains, to be traveled with extreme caution and no fear of heights.
It is the most delicate point of the entire crossing of the Corni di Canzo: komoot.com/it-it/highlight/7234185

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Val Rezzo Climb

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Wild climb towards the small and isolated town of Val Rezzo. The climb is narrow and with a constant gradient of around 8/9%. Continuing towards the Passo della Cava towards …

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San Jorio Pass Hut

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Prelude to the San Jorio Pass, at an altitude of 1800 m; you can breathe the air of high mountains immersed in a landscape that pays off the effort

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Madonna del Ghisallo Sanctuary and Cyclists' Monument

Madonna del Ghisallo and Cycling Museum

Madonna del Ghisallo Summit and Cyclists' Monument

Colma di Sormano Summit and Observatory

San Lucio Pass — Church and Capanna San Lucio

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San Jorio Pass

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Val Rezzo Climb

San Jorio Pass Hut

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