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 hairpins, 28 on the Canazei side and 33 on the Arabba side. The length and hairpins on this page are those of the climb from Arabba. The cable car station, meanwhile, makes the pass an easy way up to the high ground above.
Passo Pordoi alongside the other passes, with restrictions and opening periods: The Dolomite passes: driving the loop by car, motorbike and bike.
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.