The Stelvio Pass in Venosta Valley in South Tyrol

49 km long with 48 hairpin bends on the South Tyrol side alone: The winding mountain road to the Stelvio Pass is the highest pass road in Italy and is considered as one of the most impressive roads in the world.

Stelvio National Park is one of the largest nature reserves in Europe. 40% of the park lies in South Tyrol.

The summer glacier ski area with guaranteed snow in the Stelvio National Park is open six months of the year and is popular especially amongst professional athletes who are preparing for the winter season.

There are four national park houses in Venosta Valley, which focus on specific aspects of this sensitive local ecosystem.