ビアンツォーネの峠・トップ8

Arrival pass of the stage of many international races and above all essential for passing various passes such as Passo Cristina, Passo Mortirolo and Tonale

The climb to the Passo di Santa Cristina, starting from Stazzona in Valtellina, is about 13 kilometers long with a difference in altitude of 1000 meters. The average gradient is around 8%, but the climb becomes more demanding in its final part. In 2022 it was the final climb of the stage towards Aprica.

We started from Prato Valentino, a long but not demanding route. Very beautiful! Also, despite it being November, the temperatures were around 20 degrees

The green Sasso del Gallo border crossing between Switzerland and Italy is an ideal route for you and your two-wheeled donkey. Surrounded by majestic mountains, crossing the border is a special pleasure. The gravel road is not demanding, but the nature and the view of the valley offer everything for a great border crossing.

The flat pass of Colle d'Anzana offers a fantastic panorama and marks the border between Switzerland and Italy, uniting Valposchiavo with Teglio in Valtellina. It is one of the easiest steps to pass from Italy to Switzerland and has therefore always been linked to smuggling. During the Second World War, it was one of the most frequent escape routes chosen by Jews fleeing from Italy.

Next to the top of the pass there is an information center and several restaurants.

Cycling-wise, the Aprica pass can be reached from both Stazzona/Tresenda and Edolo with constant gradient climbs, within the reach of anyone who is trained. Downhill there aren't too many hairpin bends and the asphalt gives you confidence in being able to maintain high speeds, compatibly with your ability and safety. It is a busy pass that I recommend taking during the week to avoid cars.

The information center is not far from the large wooden arch and offers information about Aprica and the surrounding area