Gotthard Pass and the Tremola
Airolo, Switzerland
The old cobbled Tremola road climbs from Airolo in 24 hairpins to the 2,106 m Gotthard Pass, with a hospice and a national museum by the lakes. Open roughly June to October; large vehicles should use the modern road.
- Nearest town
- Airolo, Switzerland
- Category
- Scenic viewpoints
- GPS
- 46.5590, 8.5620
- Editor's pick
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Hours, fees and access change. Confirm with the operator or park before you go.
Good to know
Best time to go
The most pleasant months are usually June–August. Still fine, with some compromises, in September. Cold, short days in November–March. Mountain passes on this route are usually open June–October. (Estimate from long-term temperature averages, terrain and pass seasons)
Getting there
- Switzerland: Vignette needed for motorways. Vehicles over 3.5 t pay the heavy vehicle charge instead of the vignette. Motorway limit for cars: 120 km/h.
- Furkapass (2,429 m). Usually open June–October; outside that window the road can be closed by snow. Alternative: The Furka car-carrying train (Oberwald–Realp) runs all year.
- Gotthardpass (Tremola) (2,106 m). Usually open June–October; outside that window the road can be closed by snow. Alternative: The Gotthard road tunnel is open all year.
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Campsites nearby
- Gotthard Camping AndermattMotorhome stopover8 km from Gotthard Pass and the TremolaCaravansMotorhomesElectricityDrinking waterToiletsWaste disposal
- Stellplatz LeventinaMotorhome stopover16 km from Gotthard Pass and the Tremola · 12 pitchesMotorhomesElectricityWaste disposal
- Centro Pro Natura LucomagnoCampsite21 km from Gotthard Pass and the Tremola · 20 pitchesTentsCaravansMotorhomesElectricityDrinking waterShowersToilets
- GottardoCampsite22 km from Gotthard Pass and the TremolaTentsCaravansElectricityDrinking waterShowersToiletsWaste disposal
- Area Camper Punta SabbioniMotorhome stopover22 km from Gotthard Pass and the Tremola · 30 pitchesMotorhomesElectricityShowersToiletsWaste disposal
- SagersbodenCampsite23 km from Gotthard Pass and the TremolaTentsCaravansMotorhomesElectricity
All campsites in Switzerland · Campsite data: © OpenStreetMap contributors, ODbL 1.0 · Updated October 3, 2026
FAQs
Where is Gotthard Pass and the Tremola?
Gotthard Pass and the Tremola is in Airolo, Switzerland, at GPS 46.5590, 8.5620. It is about 9 km from Andermatt.
Can you camp near Gotthard Pass and the Tremola?
Yes. The nearest campsite listed in OpenStreetMap is P4N Airolo / Seilbahn-Parkplatz, about 5 km away; within 25 km there are 23 campsites and motorhome stopovers.
Which road trips pass Gotthard Pass and the Tremola?
Gotthard Pass and the Tremola is a stop on these CampingSpirit trip guides: Gotthard and Susten: the Tremola and the Devil’s Bridge.
What is there to see near Gotthard Pass and the Tremola?
Places worth a stop nearby: Devil’s Bridge, Schöllenen Gorge (10 km), Furkapass (11 km), Oberalp Pass (14 km) and Grimsel Pass (17 km).
When is the best time to visit Gotthard Pass and the Tremola?
The most pleasant months are usually June–August. Still fine, with some compromises, in September. (Estimate from long-term temperature averages, terrain and pass seasons)