Best Roads to Drive a Ferrari in Italy

Alpine passes: Stelvio, Gavia and the Dolomites

Italy's most spectacular driving roads are in the Alps. The Stelvio Pass, with its 48 numbered hairpins on the eastern side, is the most famous and a true rite of passage for any driver. Nearby the Gavia and Mortirolo offer quieter, narrower tarmac, while the Dolomites' Sellaronda loop strings together the Pordoi, Sella, Gardena and Campolongo passes.

These roads reward a balanced car like the Ferrari Roma Spyder or the F8 Spider: short straights between tight bends, excellent surfaces and altitude that keeps the engine cool. The season runs from June to September, when the passes are open and free of snow. Start early to beat the cyclists and tour buses.

Tuscany and the central hills

In central Italy the driving turns smooth and flowing. The Chiantigiana SR222 between Florence and Siena winds through vineyards and cypress-lined ridges, while the roads of the Val d'Orcia offer postcard scenery near Pienza and San Quirico. This is country for fluid, mid-speed driving rather than outright pace.

A Ferrari Portofino or Roma Spyder suits these roads perfectly: open-top motoring through the hills, with cantina stops and hilltop towns along the way. Spring and early autumn bring the best light and temperatures, with the vineyards turning gold around the harvest.

Coastal drives: Amalfi and the lakes

On the coast, the SS163 Amalfitana from Sorrento to Vietri sul Mare is a tighter, more technical drive carved into the cliffs above the Tyrrhenian Sea. It rewards a compact convertible such as the Portofino over outright power. Further north, the lakeside roads of Como and Garda offer elegant, slower touring past historic villas.

Rial Rent delivers Ferraris across Italy, from Milan and Florence to Naples and the lakes, so each route can start exactly where it should. For multi-day road trips we arrange dedicated mileage packages, hotels along the way and a concierge to handle the logistics.

FAQ

What is the single best road to drive a Ferrari in Italy? The Stelvio Pass for its 48 hairpins and scenery, though the Dolomites' Sellaronda loop is a close rival.

When should I drive the Alpine passes? Between June and September, when all the passes are open and the tarmac is dry.

Can Rial Rent deliver a Ferrari anywhere in Italy? Yes, we deliver across the country, from Milan and Florence to the Amalfi Coast and the lakes.