Passo Nigra (aka Nigerpass) – 1,688m

 

Route: SP65 Prato all'Isarco to Carezza al Lago - 21 miles

 

Ridden: 10/06/2009

 

This pass was only constructed in 1957 so must be one of the newest passes around. It's also the steepest pass in Italy with sections with a 24% gradient. It connects the Tires valley with the Costalunga, joining the latter just below the summit. Ridden by Pete, Gaz and Mark on their way to Arabba.