![]() The SS120, also known as the Strada Statale 120, runs from Sicily to Fiumefreddo di Sicilia. Mountain view of the Great Dolomite Road | Credit: Navin Rajagopalan on Flicker / CC BY 2.0 SS120 The views are phenomenal too, as you ride over some of the highest peaks in the range and pass through multiple mountain villages and ski resorts. It’s very well maintained, has countless twists and turns and, at some points, reaches a maximum gradient of 12 percent. The road has everything you could want from a motorcycle touring route. It connects the Bozen and Bolzano regions and crosses three alpine passes including Falzarego, Porrdoi, and Karerpass. The Great Dolomite Road is regarded, not only as one of the best roads in Italy but one of the best in Europe. Peaks of Passo Del Angelo | Credit: Idéfix / CC BY-SA 3.0 Great Dolomite Road (Grande Strada Delle Dolomiti) The Passo Del Angelo closes over winter due to snowy weather, choose to ride it right after it reopens and you’ll be treated to snowcapped mountains like the ones below. For whatever reason, this route is not as popular as some of the others, so shouldn’t be too congested. The single track road sits on the third highest pass in the Alps and passes from north-east Italy to France. Ride the SP251 from Casteldelfino to Passo Del Angelo at the right time of year and there’s no doubt you’ll have your breath taken away. Coastal view of the Strada della Forra | credit: RoWena / CC BY 2.0 SP251 Casteldelfino – Passo Del Angelo The whole route can be completed in around 10 minutes and the road is around 10 km (6 mi). The road as featured in several commercials and movies, including James Bond Quantum of Solace. Winston Churchill considered the Strada della Forra to be the 8th wonder of the world and Frankfurter Zeitung even called it “the most beautiful road in the world”. The road itself runs along the mountains by Lake Garda and links Tremosine with the districts of Pieve and Visio. The Strada della Forra is considered to be one of the most beautiful roads in Italy, if not the most beautiful. Snow-capped peaks on the SP10 | Credit: albularider / CC BY 2.0 Strada della Forra To get the most from this road, you should ride it from north to south, as you’ll be saving the best piece of road for last. The road surface on the Leonessa side is known to be poor so it’s best to tackle this route on an adventure bike. Ride the SP10 lies south-east of the city of Terni and experience the limestone rocks of the western Apennines. View of the Amalfi Coast | Credit: Paolo Costa Baldi / CC BY 3.0, SP10 Monte Terminillo The whole route is 50 km (31 mi), but you may find yourself wanting to do it again and again. So, you can enjoy the road which as endless hairpins and steep hills, or ride a bit slower and take in the waves crashing against the cliff’s edge beneath you. The road, which was originally built by the Romans, is carved out of the cliff face overlooking the water. The route hugs the coastline between the towns of Sorrento and Salerno. The road along the Amalfi Coast is definitely the best of both worlds in terms of how enjoyable the ride is and how beautiful the scenery is. Mountain view of the Stelvio Pass | Credit: Amcs1983 – own work / CC BY-SA 3.0 Amalfi Coast The route stretches almost 50 km (31 mi) before you reach the peak, so take your time and enjoy it. In fact, it’s probably more accurate to say the Stelvio Pass is a road you conquer, rather than ride. With 60 switchback hairpin leading to the peak, this road is a beast to ride. The road, which has a wonderfully maintained surface, peaks at 2,757 m, making it the second highest pass in the Alps. The Stelvio Pass is a dream road for any motorcyclist. Top Adventure Riding Routes and Destinations in Italy Stelvio Pass And the adventure doesn’t stop when you get off the bike as you’ll get to enjoy the delicious local cuisine, in a country steeped in history. ![]() There are roads to please any and every type of rider and, no matter what you’re in to, there’ll be a view that will take your breath away. The variety of roads in Italy is simply amazing, you can choose to ride through the snowcapped passes in the Alps to roads which cut through the rolling green hillside. Route des Grandes Alpes (Great Alpine Road) - FranceĬhoose to go motorcycle touring in Italy and you’re sure to have an unforgettable adventure.Continental Divide Motorcycle Route - USA.Adriatic Highway - Bosnia & Herzegovina, Croatia, Montenegro.
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