u/SchoggiToeff

Hello everyone,

I’ve ridden my motorbike all over Europe and have been over the Gotthard Pass many times. In September, I’m taking a trip from Germany to Lago Maggiore with my girlfriend, who’ll be riding her own bike.

She has a severe fear of heights and asked whether she’d be okay riding over the pass or if we should take the tunnel instead. The problem is that I don’t have a fear of heights myself, so it’s hard for me to judge. In my mind, the road and the views are fantastic, but those same views might be exactly what could trigger a panic attack for her.

Does anyone here have any experience with this? I don’t really fancy taking the tunnel, but obviously her safety and comfort come first.

Thanks in advance for any advice!

TL;DR: Is the Gotthard Pass manageable for someone with a severe fear of heights, or is the tunnel the better option?

Hiya all. I have been driving a motorcycle for about 3 years (approx 3000 kms, so not much).

The permit i am driving with is not recognised in switzerland, so i'll have to retake the exam.

Is it possible to take the exam without needing to take up additional driving lessons ?

Google won't give me precise answers on the topic, was thinking maybe a driving school could just add me to the list of people to take on the test, but I don't know if it's feasible

EDIT : thanks for all your advice ! It seems at least a couple of hours would at least be wise before thinking of taking up the exam. I'll look into driving lessons around where i'm at, or wait until i have enough money to fund the lessons.