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San Bernardino Pass

San Bernardino, Switzerland

Views

A 2,065 m pass above the A13 tunnel, with a small lake and rocky knolls at the top and quiet hairpins on both sides. The pass road is closed in winter, the tunnel is open all year.

Nearest town
San Bernardino, Switzerland
Category
Scenic viewpoints
GPS
46.4959, 9.1712

Hours, fees and access change. Confirm with the operator or park before you go.

Good to know

Best time to go

JanFebMarAprMayJunJulAugSepOctNovDec

The most pleasant months are usually July. Still fine, with some compromises, in June and August–September. Cold, short days in November–March. (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.

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Campsites nearby

  • Camping SplügenCampsite
    12 km from San Bernardino Pass
    TentsCaravansDrinking waterWi-Fi
    WebsiteOSMAdd to trip
  • Campodolcino CampingCampsite
    16 km from San Bernardino Pass · 167 pitches
    TentsCaravansMotorhomesElectricity
    WebsiteOSMAdd to trip
  • Stellplatz Hotel SeeblickMotorhome stopover
    17 km from San Bernardino Pass · 6 pitches
    MotorhomesElectricity
    WebsiteOSMAdd to trip
  • Prato della MondaCampsite
    19 km from San Bernardino Pass
    TentsDrinking waterWi-Fi
    WebsiteOSMAdd to trip
  • Bodhi CampingCampsite
    22 km from San Bernardino Pass
    ShowersToiletsWaste disposal
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  • Camping Andeer - Sut BaselgiaCampsite
    23 km from San Bernardino Pass · 155 pitches
    TentsCaravansElectricityDrinking waterShowersToiletsWaste disposal
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All campsites in Switzerland · Campsite data: © OpenStreetMap contributors, ODbL 1.0 · Updated October 3, 2026

FAQs

Where is San Bernardino Pass?

San Bernardino Pass is in San Bernardino, Switzerland, at GPS 46.4959, 9.1712. It is about 13 km from Splügen.

Can you camp near San Bernardino Pass?

Yes. The nearest campsite listed in OpenStreetMap is San Bernardino, about 3 km away; within 25 km there are 24 campsites and motorhome stopovers.

Which road trips pass San Bernardino Pass?

San Bernardino Pass is a stop on these CampingSpirit trip guides: Rhine Gorge, Viamala and San Bernardino to Bellinzona.

What is there to see near San Bernardino Pass?

Places worth a stop nearby: Viamala Gorge (28 km), Soglio (33 km), Castelgrande, Bellinzona (36 km) and Valle Verzasca (37 km).

When is the best time to visit San Bernardino Pass?

The most pleasant months are usually July. Still fine, with some compromises, in June and August–September. (Estimate from long-term temperature averages, terrain and pass seasons)

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