Pordoi Pass

We spent a day at the beginning of May, driving through the Dolomites. It was an exhilarating experience, with wonderful views, alarming hair pin bends, snow and the sight of an Alpine Marmot.

A Scenic Masterpiece: The Pordoi Pass Drive

Rating: ★★★★★

Venturing through the Pordoi Pass in the Dolomites offers one of the most captivating driving experiences one can ever embark upon. This stunning route, with its breathtaking landscapes and charming small towns, is not just a journey but a lifetime memory etched onto the canvas of your mind.

Starting the drive from Sirmione in the north and heading towards the Pordoi Pass, you are greeted with a myriad of picturesque small towns, each with its own unique charm. These towns, radiating with rustic allure and rich cultural heritage, serve as charming rest stops that add a calming pace to the journey.

The Pordoi Pass itself is a natural masterpiece, showcasing the raw beauty and grandeur of the Dolomites. As you ascend the pass, the panoramic views become increasingly spectacular, offering a visual feast of towering peaks, lush alpine meadows, and enchanting forests. The diverse flora and fauna, along with the changing palette of the sky, create a mesmerizing tableau that is nothing short of a live painting.

This route is not just about the final destination, but the journey itself. The serpentine roads meandering through the mountains, the crisp mountain air, the occasional glimpse of wildlife, and the serene silence, broken only by the soft rustle of the wind or a distant birdcall, make the experience surreal. It's a symphony of nature where every element plays its part in perfect harmony.

Driving through the Pordoi Pass is undoubtedly a drive of a lifetime. It's an immersive experience that allows you to witness and appreciate nature at its best. The mesmerizing landscapes, the tranquillity of the mountains, and the enchanting small towns all come together to create a journey that touches the soul.

In conclusion, if you're looking for an unforgettable driving experience that combines natural beauty, adventure, and tranquillity, the Pordoi Pass is a destination that should be at the top of your list. It's not just a drive; it's a journey into the heart of nature that leaves you with unforgettable memories and a longing to return.

Can't get enough of the Dolomites, Pordoi Pass doesn't disappoint in any way. And there's a bar at the top

Nice view spot, don’t take ski with you.

Incredible. Everything I wanted to experience. It helped that the weather was so good but just being in the mountains with pure, clear air and taking in the scenery was something I wouldn't have missed.

One of the nicest passes in the Dolomites. Starting point for a Piz Boe, also on a Sella Ronda - definitely recommend with a bike.

Pfiu what a place. Absolutely superb. We took a short trip to the closest rifugio. Big parking, lots of restaurants, bars, good food, lots of souvenirs. 👌

Great view from the bottom, but totally recommend a tour with the cabin up at the top of the mountain

A beautiful pass with a cable cart to the top of the mountain, where Rifugio Maria is placed.

Beautiful Dolomites pass! We enjoyed it by motorcycle very much!

Visited the Pordoi Pass on a recent Shearings holiday. Great views on the way up, though the 28 hairpin bends. Thick of snow at the top. Well worth a visit.

Sitting outside a restaurant in the sunshine, in a t-shirt drinking a cappuccino and eating a slice of Sacher Torte (nice but not the same as the original from the Sacher Hotel in Vienna).

From there you get the funicular and in ten minutes your are up to the Terrace of the Dolomiti. The view is breathtaking! I was there by December and the white of the snow was amazing, but I bet spring would be as equally nice with this kind of landscape. I definitely recommend it you are in the area.

Fantastic view on the Sella group and the easiest choice to reach Piz Boe (one of the easiest 3k mountain in Dolomites). You can take the cable car to Rifugio Maria or go via hike path to Rifugio Forcella Prodoi.

Amazing place, breathtaking view, fun to drive

Known as the terrace of the Dolomites. Parking infront of the ticket office of the cable car

Don't miss gondola ride when you ski Sella Ronda orange tour

On 18th March 2023 we may have lost our ancient toy-cat at Pass Pordoi. In case you have found it please contact me. Thanks!!

Great drive Still snow in May!😳

Amazing views, fun ride with cable car to 2950 m'

Great place. Beautiful scenery. Fantastic drive