Pordoi Pass by motorbike.
In short
The Pordoi Pass (2,239 m) links Val di Fassa (Canazei) with Livinallongo and Arabba. It is one of the most famous passes in the Dolomites, part of the Sellaronda and of the Great Dolomites Road, between the Sella group and the Marmolada.
Updated October 2026What it is like to ride.
On both sides the climb is a long run of numbered hairpins, wide and with good visibility: an ideal first pass in the Dolomites. At the top there are large car parks, bars and huts.
What to see.
The cable car to Sass Pordoi (2,950 m), the “terrace of the Dolomites”, leaves from the pass. There is a monument to Fausto Coppi, a reminder of the Giro d'Italia, and just below a German war memorial.
Frequently asked questions.
- How high is the Pordoi Pass?
- The Pordoi Pass lies at 2,239 metres and links Val di Fassa and Livinallongo (Arabba).
- Is the Pordoi Pass open in winter?
- Usually yes: it is one of the passes kept open all year, apart from temporary closures for snow or avalanche risk. From 15 November to 15 April winter tyres or chains on board are required.
- Which routes cross the Pordoi Pass?
- It is on Ottovolante, Sette Meraviglie, Doppio Ottovolante. On dolomitiexperiences.com you will find the map, stages and PDF guide for each route.
- Can you drive the Pordoi Pass by car?
- Yes: the road is paved and open to traffic. In summer, set off early in the morning to avoid traffic and cyclists.
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