The last transit drive today, from Nürnberg to Brescia. Always a lovely sight when the Alps begin to appear in the horizon. In order to avoid getting stuck around Munich, we decided to go a bit westward. Quite a long drive today, but rather be on the move than stuck in urban traffic.
We left a grey Nürnberg with a slight drizzle in the morning and headed south. First stop was Pfänder next to Bodensee where we had lunch. The road leading up to Berghaus Pfänder isn’t for the faint hearted. We might post a separate video of that, it’s an 11 minute drive. So, will take a bit of editing.
We planned to avoid Milan on the way to Brescia. Part of the route took us over Passo dello Spluga at 2,117 m. Apart from some mobile homes blocking the way, it was a great drive (and they did eventually pulled over to let us pass).
Once we got down from the pass, the GPS played a trick with us. So, instead of avoiding Milan, it took us there. For those not familiar with the area. Once you are in the tunnels, it’s a long way before you get out and can turn around again. So, instead we opted to go via Milan and the Autostrada.
This is the third time we stay at Il Santellone in Brescia. It has become a favorite of ours. Perfectly located to explore northern Italy.
8 hours, 32 minutes drive and 701 km
Europe by car 
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