Tre Croci Pass by motorbike.
By Edoardo · published October 22, 2026
In short
The Tre Croci Pass (1,809 m) links Cortina d'Ampezzo with Misurina and Auronzo di Cadore, between Monte Cristallo to the north and the Sorapiss to the south. It lies on the SS 48 Great Dolomites Road.
Updated October 2026What it is like to ride.
From Cortina the climb is short and steeper, with a run of hairpins through the woods; from Misurina and Auronzo it is long and gentle. It is the road from Cortina to Lake Misurina and the Tre Cime di Lavaredo, so it is busy in summer: go early.
The climbs in numbers.
| From | Length | Elevation gain | Average gradient | Steepest 100 m | Hairpins |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Cortina d'Ampezzo | 7.8 km | 582 m | 7.5% | 14.5% | 19 |
| Auronzo di Cadore | 23.7 km | 948 m | 4.0% | 11.3% | 7 |
Data from climbfinder.com (checked on 21/10/2026), measured on the cycling climbs: the starting point may differ from the one on our motorbike routes.
What to see.
From the top you see the Cristallo and Piz Popena; the trail to Lake Sorapiss starts at the pass. The name recalls a mother and two children who froze to death here in February 1789: three crosses were placed at the pass. The Giro d'Italia has crossed it many times on the way to the Tre Cime.
For your ride.
- To stay near the pass: motorcycle-friendly hotels in the Dolomites, with garage and services as declared, each with its source.
Useful links.
- Mountain weather: ARPA Veneto
- Webcam: Cortina webcams, including the Tre Croci Pass (cortina.dolomiti.org)
- Is the road open today: Veneto Strade
- Passes open and closed: winter closures and official sources
Links to official external sites, checked in October 2026.
On our routes.
Frequently asked questions.
- How high is the Tre Croci Pass?
- The Tre Croci Pass lies at 1,809 metres and links Cortina d'Ampezzo and Misurina.
- Is the Tre Croci 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 Tre Croci Pass?
- It is on Corona Imperiale. On dolomitiexperiences.com you will find the map, stages and PDF guide for each route.
- Can you drive the Tre Croci 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.
- How steep is the Tre Croci Pass?
- From Cortina d'Ampezzo: 7.8 km with 582 m of climbing at an average gradient of 7.5%. From Auronzo di Cadore: 23.7 km, 948 m of climbing, 4.0% on average. The steepest stretch reaches 14.5% (climbfinder.com data).
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