Trentino-Alto Adige · Italy
Passo di Costalunga
SS241Vigo di Fassa – Vich to Welschnofen – Nova Levante
A Dolomites pass past the emerald Karersee.
The SS241 over the Costalunga (Karer) Pass at 1,745 m links the Val di Fassa and the Eggental, past the jewel-green Karersee beneath the Latemar. Flowing and forested with sudden alpine views; watch for coaches, cyclists, and ice in the shaded sections.
Where it runs7.8 mi · point to point
Vigo di Fassa – VichStart · Trentino-Alto Adige
Welschnofen – Nova LevanteEnd · Trentino-Alto Adige
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Character
Corners32bends
Tightness6of 10
Max gradient9%≈ 1-in-11
Hairpins1tight bends
Climb379 mtotal ascent
Summit1,763.6 mhighest point of the line · 5,786 ft
Corners
busiest around mile 1Elevation
under 4%4–8%over 8%1,408.4 – 1,763.6 mFrom the road
Points of interest1 stop
- Passo di Costalunga – KarerpassViewpoint5.1 mi in
Hazards
- Coaches on the bends
- Shaded ice
- Cyclists
Sources
“From the summit, you can enjoy a nearly 360° panoramic view of the Ortler mountain, the Cevedale massif, and the Adige Valley.”
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Driving the Passo di Costalunga: quick answers
How long does it take to drive the Passo di Costalunga?
Passo di Costalunga runs 7.8 miles (12.6 km) and takes about 16 min to drive without stops.
How difficult is the Passo di Costalunga to drive?
We rate it demanding: 32 corners including 1 hairpins, a maximum gradient of 9%, and a tightness of 6 out of 10.
When is the best time to drive the Passo di Costalunga?
Spring and Summer and Autumn are best.
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