Moderate
About
Rifugio Achille Papa sits at 1,929m on the eastern slopes of Monte Grappa in the Veneto. Reach it from Passo Grappa (1,530m) in 2 hours on a marked trail, or hike up from Bassano del Grappa town in 4–5 hours. Most visitors approach via the pass road from the south. The hut works as a base for day walks across the Grappa plateau and connects to longer ridge traverses toward Cima Grappa (1,775m).
The rifugio sleeps 60 across dormitory rooms and a handful of private doubles. Half-board meals are available—book these when you reserve beds. You'll find hot showers, flush toilets, and reliable drinking water. The hut opens year-round but gets unreliable in deep winter; confirm opening dates before visiting November through March. The kitchen serves simple hearty food typical of Veneto mountain cuisine. Mobile signal is weak but a phone line exists.
Book direct by phone with the hut manager. July and August fill 6–8 weeks ahead; weekends year-round need advance notice. CAI members sometimes get small discounts. For contact details and updated opening hours, check cai.it or email the Bassano del Grappa CAI section. The hut sits on heavily walked terrain—avoid peak summer weekends if you want quiet nights.
The rifugio sleeps 60 across dormitory rooms and a handful of private doubles. Half-board meals are available—book these when you reserve beds. You'll find hot showers, flush toilets, and reliable drinking water. The hut opens year-round but gets unreliable in deep winter; confirm opening dates before visiting November through March. The kitchen serves simple hearty food typical of Veneto mountain cuisine. Mobile signal is weak but a phone line exists.
Book direct by phone with the hut manager. July and August fill 6–8 weeks ahead; weekends year-round need advance notice. CAI members sometimes get small discounts. For contact details and updated opening hours, check cai.it or email the Bassano del Grappa CAI section. The hut sits on heavily walked terrain—avoid peak summer weekends if you want quiet nights.
Frequently Asked Questions
Book 2–3 weeks ahead for weekends and peak summer; weekdays can often be arranged with shorter notice. Call directly or check rifugio.net for availability.
Most Italian Alpine huts at this elevation open late May/early June and close by mid-October, though exact dates vary; confirm with the hut before planning your trip.
Hike 2 hours from Passo Grappa (1,530m) on marked trail, or 4–5 hours from Bassano del Grappa town; most people approach via the pass road from the south.
60 beds in dormitory rooms and a few private doubles; half-board meals (dinner and breakfast) included with stays, though shower availability is typical for mountain huts—bring a quick-dry towel.
Yes—the 2-hour approach from Passo Grappa is straightforward for families with basic fitness, and the hut works well as a base for day walks; the plateau terrain is less technical than higher Alpine routes.
Location
45.7840, 11.1859
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Quick Facts
- Managing club
- CAI Club Alpino Italiano
- Season
- Jun 01 - Oct 15
- Total
- 60
Facilities
Showers
Meals served
Flush toilets
Drinking water
Contact & Booking
- Phone
- +39 0445 671026
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