Alpine Passes

Mountain Roads of Europe

Monte Giovo / Jaufen (Penser approach)

Monte Giovo / Jaufen (Penser approach)

Passo di Monte Giovo

Italy · Trentino-Alto Adige

2,094m

Key Facts

Elevation
2,094m
Route length
30 km
Max gradient
12%
Hairpins
23
Driving difficulty
Demanding (4/5)
Surface
Good
Open
May - November

Route & Map

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Route

SMerano / Meran
30 km · max 12%
Monte Giovo / Jaufen (Penser approach) (2,094m)
Descent
EJaufenpass summit
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This is the same as Jaufen Pass listed separately. The Passer valley approach from Merano through San Leonardo features stunning south-facing views.

Weather & Conditions

Driving Experience

Elevation Profile

308m753m1,199m1,644m2,089m0 km20 km40 km60 km2,089m
2,667m gain
1,081m loss
317m → 2,089m → 1,903m

Difficulty

Demanding

4/5 — car driving difficulty

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

Hairpin Turns

23

Serious switchback territory

When to Drive

May - November (Best: July - September)

  • Open May - November. Check locally for exact opening dates as conditions vary each year.
  • Morning hours offer the best driving conditions with less traffic.
  • Snow may linger into June at this elevation. Check webcams before departing.

Coordinates

Summit
46.8833°N, 11.3000°E
Start (Merano / Meran)
46.6713°N, 11.1594°E
End (Jaufenpass summit)
46.8833°N, 11.3000°E
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