Spring (Apr–Jun)
Tuscany , Apennines , islands
Mild, landscape in bloom, some passes still closed
Travel information Italy
When a motorcycle tour to Italy is worth it – and which region suits which time of year.
Best time to travel
Best time to travel in Italy
The north thrives in high summer, the islands and central Italy in spring and autumn.
Best season May to September
- Jan
- Feb
- Mär
- Apr
- Mai
- Jun
- Jul
- Aug
- Sep
- Okt
- Nov
- Dez
- Best time
- Good to ride
- Less suitable
In the Alps and Dolomites the high passes are usually snow-free from June to September – the core window for high-mountain tours. Tuscany, the Apennines and the islands are more pleasant in spring (April–June) and autumn (September–October), when temperatures are moderate and roads quieter. High summer stays hot and busy in the south.
Summer (Jul–Aug)
Dolomites , Western Alps , lakes
All Alpine passes open, hot and crowded in the south
Autumn (Sep–Oct)
Islands , central Italy , Friuli
Steady riding, less traffic, clear views
Winter (Nov–Mar)
Only the far south , with limits
Alpine passes closed, cold and wet in the north
