Alpine Passes

Mountain Roads of Europe

Eira Pass

Eira Pass

Passo d'Eira

Italy · Lombardy

2,208m

Key Facts

Elevation
2,208m
Route length
5 km
Max gradient
8%
Hairpins
3
Driving difficulty
Moderate (2/5)
Surface
Good
Open
Year-round (may close in heavy snow)

Route & Map

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Route

SPasso del Foscagno summit
5 km · max 8%
Eira Pass (2,208m)
Descent
ETrepalle
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Small pass between Foscagno and Livigno, forming part of the main route to the duty-free town. Open alpine terrain with Rhaetian peak views.

Weather & Conditions

Driving Experience

Elevation Profile

2,016m2,144m2,272m2,400m2,528m0 km5 km10 km15 km2,528m
822m gain
476m loss
2,182m → 2,528m → 2,528m

Difficulty

Moderate

2/5 — car driving difficulty

Based on steepness, elevation gain, hairpins, road length & surface quality

Hairpin Turns

3

A few tight turns to keep it interesting

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
46.5000°N, 10.1833°E
Start (Passo del Foscagno summit)
46.4833°N, 10.2167°E
End (Trepalle)
46.5167°N, 10.1667°E
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