The Passes & Lake Como Tour — 2027
Eight days, eight cars and some of Europe's most spectacular driving roads. A proposed PWYC European adventure through the Black Forest, Alpine passes and Lake Como.
Stelvio Pass, eastern ramp — illustrative Alpine scenery, not a confirmed tour stop. Photograph unchanged. Photo: kallerna · CC BY-SA 4.0.
Event Overview
Eight days, eight cars and some of Europe's most spectacular driving roads.
Join PWYC for a proposed European adventure taking in the Black Forest, legendary Alpine passes and the shores of Lake Como.
The itinerary combines memorable driving, beautiful scenery, carefully selected overnight stops and a rest day at Lake Como.
With a maximum of eight cars, the aim is a relaxed, sociable touring experience that fits the PWYC philosophy: Busy Lives, Great Drives.
This tour is at the planning stage. Dates, accommodation, routes and final arrangements are still being developed; no bookings or payments are being requested.
Proposed Dates
Friday 4 June – Friday 11 June 2027, or Saturday 5 June – Saturday 12 June 2027.
Final dates are to be confirmed. Neither departure date is confirmed.
Day 1 — LeShuttle to Clervaux, Luxembourg
Cross the Channel using LeShuttle and travel to Clervaux in Luxembourg.
Suggested accommodation: Le Clervaux Boutique Hotel.
Day 2 — Clervaux to Baden-Baden, Germany
Continue into Germany towards Baden-Baden, incorporating scenic driving opportunities in the Black Forest.
Suggested accommodation: Hotel Belle Epoque.
Day 3 — Baden-Baden to Bad Ragaz, Switzerland
Travel south towards Switzerland and Bad Ragaz.
Suggested accommodation: Schloss Ragaz.
Day 4 — Bad Ragaz to Cernobbio, Italy
Continue towards Lake Como, with the intention of incorporating memorable Alpine driving routes where practical.
Suggested accommodation: Hotel Asnigo.
Day 5 — Lake Como rest day
A full day without a planned driving itinerary. Time to relax, explore Lake Como, enjoy the local area and spend time with fellow PWYC members.
Day 6 — Cernobbio to Thun, Switzerland
Leave Lake Como and return towards Switzerland, incorporating scenic mountain roads where practical.
Suggested accommodation: Hotel Krone Thun.
Day 7 — Thun to Nancy, France
Continue through France towards Nancy.
Suggested accommodation: Hôtel d'Haussonville.
Day 8 — Nancy to LeShuttle
Return towards the Channel for the journey home.
Countries on the Proposed Route
France, Luxembourg, Germany, Switzerland, Italy, Austria, Liechtenstein and Belgium.
These are proposed countries, not a confirmed turn-by-turn route. Their inclusion depends on detailed route planning.
Highlights
Proposed Driving Highlights
An Alpine wish list of memorable roads, scenery and experiences, subject to final planning.
Highlights include:
- Vereina car train — Selfranga/Klosters to Sagliains
- Lake Como
- Black Forest
- Grimsel Pass
- Furka Pass
- Nufenen Pass
- Splügen Pass
- San Bernardino Pass
- Flüela Pass
These intended highlights are subject to route planning, road conditions, seasonal openings, travel times and final itinerary confirmation. Not every pass can necessarily be included within the proposed driving schedule.
Important Event Information
- Proposed tour / planning stage. Dates, the final route and accommodation are subject to confirmation.
- Maximum eight cars. Driving days are intended to be limited to approximately 5–6 hours where practical.
- Hotel suggestions are not confirmed reservations; availability has not been confirmed.
- Costs and booking arrangements will be communicated once plans are finalised. No bookings or payments are being requested at this stage.
- Alpine passes and the Vereina car train are subject to operational conditions and final routing.