Furka Pass
Fans of James Bond will be familiar with this famous road after it featured prominently in 1964’s ‘Goldfinger’. One of the most commended roads on the planet going from Oberwald to Hospental, it is a must for anyone looking to road trip through the Swiss Alps.
Located in south-central Switzerland with an elevation of 2429 m, this 35km road was originally built for military purposes but the winding roads and tight corners now offer car enthusiasts the chance to show off their driving skills while passing through the picturesque mountain scenery.
When is the Furka pass open? It’s usually open June to October
Where is the Furka pass? It’s located between Uri and Valais in Switzerland
How high is the Furka pass? 2,429m
Susten Pass
Going from Wassen to Innertkirchen in the Bernese Highlands, this mountain pass is considered by some to exceed the Furka Pass for driving thrills.
Reaching an elevation of 2260 m (7414 ft), the 30-mile long road offers countless photo opportunities that make it clear why the Alps are a paradise for car lovers – no trip to Switzerland is complete without visiting the Susten.
When is the Susten pass open? It’s usually open early June until late October
Where is the Susten pass? Between Wassen and Innertkirchen
How high is the Susten pass? 2,260m
San Bernardino Pass
For any petrolhead looking to travel between Switzerland and Italy, look no further.
At 2066m in elevation, the San Bernardino pass connects the Hinterrhein and the Mesolcina valleys between Thusis and Bellinzona, this is the definitive pilgrimage that links the two countries and with smooth, highly paved roads, it is a popular destination that vintage car owners especially will admire.
The 30km stretch of road contains over 40 hairpin turns that will undoubtedly thrill drivers of all experience.
When is the San Bernardino pass open? It closes during winter and is usually open June to October.
Where is the San Bernardino pass? It connects Thusis and Bellinzona
How high is the San Bernardino pass? 2,066m
Maloja Pass
Located in Bregaglia at an elevation of 1815m, this steep and twisty road doesn’t offer anything particularly unique to the other mountain passes in Switzerland. But the road just under 24km long does have the added bonus of giving visitors fantastic views of Lake Sils and Lake Silvaplana that will only enhance your experience.
When is the Maloja pass open? All year round but check for frequent road closures
Where is the Maloja pass? Bregaglia
How high is the Maloja pass? 1,815m
