The 5 Best Roads to Ride Your Motorbike in Europe’s Heatwave
The summer is here as Europe bakes in a heatwave... what better way than to soak it up on the motorbike. Here are 5 of Europe's BEST roads for motorbikes
Stelvio Pass – SS38
Italy, Switzerland
A route made famous by the Giro d’Italia cycle race, the 2757m above sea level wending, hairpin-laden Stelvio Pass is hard work for those on pedal power but exhilarating for bikers looking to get a cheeky knee down.
Set against an incredible panorama of the mountainous Tyrol region of Italy, close to the border of Switzerland and Austria, the views stretch for dozens of miles making any ride a true expression of freedom on two wheels.
The roads are challenging and it is little wonder many convoys will head straight there as the figurative high point of a journey that can incorporate many similarly incredible vistas through the Alps of Switzerland and the rolling verdant hills of Austria. Just look at the map for an idea of what could lay ahead of you!
At worst it may be the perfect place to cool off in this European heatwave.
Length
36km
Time taken
1 Hour
Why the Stelvio Pass the best motorbike road in Europe
You’ll feel as though you are on top of the world as you breathe in the Alpine air and survey breath-taking views… expect a workout though!
Watch out for
Chunky-thighed cyclists
