Passo Pordoi (2,239 m) links Val di Fassa with Arabba, and it sits at the highest point of the old Grande Strada delle Dolomiti. From the top, the Sass Pordoi cable car carries you to over 2,950 m, the spot people call the "terrace of the Dolomites".
It's a cornerstone of the Sellaronda ski and hiking loop. And it's a legend in road cycling, thanks to the steady, evenly spaced hairpins on the Arabba side.
The pass is tied closely to the Giro d'Italia. It often plays the role of "Cima Coppi" (the highest point of the whole race), and a monument here honours Fausto Coppi. In summer you'll find cyclists and motorcyclists who come to take on its twenty-eight hairpin bends. The cable car station, meanwhile, makes the pass an easy way up to the high ground above.
Frequently asked questions
Is Passo Pordoi open in winter?
Yes. It usually stays open all year because it links ski resorts, though heavy snow can close it for a while. Bring winter tyres or snow chains.