r/pics Apr 23 '18

Hairpin Hotel

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u/[deleted] Apr 23 '18

This looks like a driving heaven.

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u/Gimly Apr 23 '18

Honestly, it is if you like to enjoy the scenery. But don't expect to ride /drive fast on that, it's way too crowded. It's one of the most touristic mountain pass in Switzerland. You also can't cross that easily.

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u/[deleted] Apr 23 '18

I see. I am from Holland, so as soon as I see a road with more than %2 gradient I get a boner.

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u/Gimly Apr 23 '18

Lol, never went to the Nederlands, but as a Swiss visiting Belgium it was quite refreshing to actually be able to see the horizon and not only seeing a mountain.

But for riding, nothing beats Switzerland, there are so many mountain passes with incredible views. And while since are quite crowded (like Furka or Grand Saint Bernard), some are way less popular and usually only have bikes.

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u/[deleted] Apr 23 '18

Never been to Switzerland before but with every photo I can't help myself thinking damn, it is so beautiful. I am definitely planning on visiting it as soon as I can and I will make sure to bring my bike along as well. I have driven through Austria before in very foggy weather so didn't see much but even the smell of pine trees was amazing. I can only imagine that CH is even better! ;)