How do I find out if the pass is open?

FEDRO officially reopened the pass on Friday, 8 May 2026 at 11:00. The live section at the top of the page shows the current status and updates automatically.

Is the pass passable with any vehicle?

TCS lists the pass as open to all vehicles, but the road may be snow-covered. Restrictions still apply to trucks with trailers, articulated vehicles and the Tremola.

Is there a fixed date for the Gotthard Pass opening in 2026?

Yes — for 2026, FEDRO confirmed the reopening for Friday, 8 May at 11:00, earlier than expected thanks to favourable weather and less snow than the previous year.

Can I use a campervan on the Gotthard Pass?

Campervans can use the pass, but road width and hairpin bends make it challenging for large vehicles. Long vehicles and trucks must use the tunnel.

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Gotthard Pass Opening 2026

The Gotthard Pass (2106 m) officially reopened to traffic on Friday, 8 May 2026 at 11:00 after the winter closure. TCS currently lists the pass as open, with snow on the pass road.

Period: Open since 8 May 2026 — Expected closure: NovemberLast updated: 14 May 2026

Official 2026 opening — Friday 8 May, 11:00 Fri, 8 May 2026

🏔️ Pass open — alternative available

Recommended route

The pass is open and is the scenic alternative when weather and road conditions allow; for more predictable travel time, stay with the A2 tunnel.

Live traffic situation

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The pass has officially been open since 8 May 2026 at 11:00; always check the live status and road conditions before driving.

Webcam Live

View the real-time situation at the north and south portals

Webcam Gotthard North Portal Göschenen an der A2 Richtung south 22:16 — Current queue 0 km — **North Portal Göschenen** — 22:16Current queue: 0 km

Webcam Gotthard South Portal Airolo an der A2 Richtung north 22:16 — Current queue 0 km — **South Portal Airolo** — 22:16Current queue: 0 km

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Traffic windows

First weeks after opening – southbound

↓ Southbound · ~3 km

Worst hours

10:00–14:00

Depart before

08:00

or after

15:00

After opening, the pass attracts motorcyclists and tourists, especially in good weather. FEDRO expects the pass to ease pressure on the A2 corridor during Ascension and Pentecost.

Traffic forecast

Worst hours

09:00–17:00

Expected queue

~3 km

With the pass open, some tourist traffic can avoid the tunnel. Queues on the pass road are usually local and short, but remaining snow and alpine weather call for caution.

Closure information

The 2025/26 winter closure has been lifted. The next seasonal closure is usually expected in November, depending on the first heavy snowfalls.

Official sources

ASTRA / FEDRO

Federal Roads Office — official notice: reopening on Friday, 8 May 2026 at 11:00.

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SRF Meteo

Alpine weather forecasts — weather conditions determine when ASTRA can begin clearing operations.

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TCS

Current Gotthard Pass status: open, with snow and restriction notes.

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Official diversions

The open pass can ease pressure on the A2 tunnel. At the north portal, the seasonal extended Göschenen exit is in operation; since 13 May 2026, the Airolo/Passes CUPRA lane is available when activated by VMZ.

Pass open and CUPRA lane active

Follow signs for Airolo/Passes and use the dedicated lane only when the panels show it as open

Frequently asked questions

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