Julier Pass
Julierpass / Pass dal Güglia
Switzerland · Graubünden
2,284m
Key Facts
- Elevation
- 2,284m
- Route length
- 35 km
- Max gradient
- 13%
- Hairpins
- 17
- Driving difficulty
- Demanding (4/5)
- Surface
- Excellent
- Open
- Year-round
Route & Map
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Route
STiefencastel
35 km · max 13%
▲Julier Pass (2,284m)
Descent
ESilvaplana
One of the few Swiss alpine passes kept open year-round. Connects the Engadin with the Rhine valley. Ancient Roman road with pillar remnants and the Origen cultural tower at the summit.
Weather & Conditions
Driving Experience
Elevation Profile
↑1,802m gain
↓858m loss
863m → 2,282m → 1,807m
Difficulty
Demanding
4/5 — car driving difficulty
Based on steepness, elevation gain, hairpins, road length & surface quality
Hairpin Turns
17
Serious switchback territory
When to Drive
Year-round (best: July - September)
- ›Open year-round, though winter conditions may require snow equipment.
- ›Drive early morning (before 8 AM) for clear views, ideal light, and less traffic.
- ›Snow may linger into June at this elevation. Check webcams before departing.
Coordinates
- Summit
- 46.4736°N, 9.7269°E
- Start (Tiefencastel)
- 46.6597°N, 9.5794°E
- End (Silvaplana)
- 46.4569°N, 9.7950°E
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