Posto Tappa Arata
3.8About
Posto Tappa Arata sits at 1,389m in the Piedmont hills, accessible from the Val d'Aosta side of the region. The hut serves as a rest point for walkers on longer valley treks rather than a mountain base. Most approach it from the lower valleys on foot—count on 2–3 hours depending on your starting point. The terrain is rolling and forested, making it suitable for moderate hikers rather than technical mountaineers.
The rifugio offers basic accommodation and meals for trekkers passing through. Expect simple rooms, a dining area, and hearty regional food. Capacity runs small—typical of these valley stopover huts—so it works best as part of a multi-day itinerary rather than a destination in itself. The hut opens seasonally; summer months (June to September) are most reliable, though shoulder-season weekends may also see service. A phone call ahead confirms current opening and meal availability.
Book by phone directly to the hut. Outside peak season, walk-ins are sometimes possible, but phone ahead first. July and August weekends can fill, so call a week or two in advance for those periods. Spring and autumn visits rarely require advance booking.
The rifugio offers basic accommodation and meals for trekkers passing through. Expect simple rooms, a dining area, and hearty regional food. Capacity runs small—typical of these valley stopover huts—so it works best as part of a multi-day itinerary rather than a destination in itself. The hut opens seasonally; summer months (June to September) are most reliable, though shoulder-season weekends may also see service. A phone call ahead confirms current opening and meal availability.
Book by phone directly to the hut. Outside peak season, walk-ins are sometimes possible, but phone ahead first. July and August weekends can fill, so call a week or two in advance for those periods. Spring and autumn visits rarely require advance booking.
Frequently Asked Questions
Book at least 2–3 weeks ahead during summer season, earlier if visiting weekends or in July–August; call ahead on the phone contact listed to confirm availability and meals.
Typically open June through September for summer trekking season; confirm exact dates by phone as staffing varies by year.
Approach on foot from lower valleys on the Val d'Aosta side—expect 2–3 hours depending on your starting point; it's a rolling, forested hike with no technical difficulty.
Basic mountain accommodation with meals available; facilities are simple, suited to trekkers passing through rather than climbers on multi-day expeditions.
Yes—the rolling, forested terrain and moderate approach make it ideal for family groups and recreational hikers rather than technical mountaineers.
Location
44.4513, 7.1025
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- Phone
- +39 347 0054481
- Website
- http://www.brecdalvern.com/
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