52 Tunnels of Pasubio Trek: the WWI path carved into the rock
Posina, Vicenza · Veneto•1 day•Hiking · 2,007 m
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Where?
Vicenza, Veneto
On your own?
No problem
Points
+19
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The experience
Difficulty
What's included
Itinerary
Carpooling
What to bring
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WHY THIS HIKE
52 Tunnels of Pasubio
Fifty-two tunnels carved by hand into the rock. A story of war and ingenuity you walk through, tunnel after tunnel, headlamp in hand and breath held.
Group chat a couple of days before
Come alone, leave with new friends
The experience
The 52 Tunnels Trail on Mount Pasubio is one of the most incredible works of World War I: built in under ten months in 1917 to supply Italian troops while sheltering them from enemy fire. You start from the parking area along the old military road and step straight into the first tunnel. From there, the galleries follow one after another, each different, with panels telling the story of who dug them. After about three hours you reach the Achille Papa Refuge, then return along the scenic Strada degli Scarubbi: 16 km, 900 meters of elevation gain. A headlamp is required: it's pitch black inside.
Why travel with us - Walk through history inside the mountain itself - Full loop: tunnels on the way out, panoramic views on the way back - Intermediate difficulty, great for hiking lovers - The right crew for an adventure worth telling
Book now and dig into your own story with the Guidders: the 52 Tunnels are waiting for you.
GOOD TO KNOW
Group chat
It opens a couple of days before: that's where the meeting point is confirmed and carpooling is arranged.
Free cancellation up to 3 days before
You pay nothing when you book.
Guiddy accident insurance
Included in the price.
+19 Guiddy points
Your points grow with every outing, level you up and unlock discounts, exclusive outings and goodies.
Guiddy Coordinator (runs the group, Telegram included)
Included in the price.
Not suitable for dogs
This time your dog stays at home.
How hard is it, really
Guiddy scale
INTERMEDIATE
F
F+
I
I+
D
D+
960 m D+ · 14 km · 6h30
Easy
Perfect for those who want to enjoy nature without too much effort. Short, well-marked trails with gentle slopes. No technical difficulties, just a desire to walk, breathe in the fresh air, and share the day with a group.
Ideal for: Beginners, families, those who want to take their first steps in trekking.
Easy Plus
A little faster pace, but still accessible. Slightly longer routes or with a few more hills, requiring some walking experience. The terrain is always easy and safe.
Ideal for: Those who walk regularly and want to challenge themselves a little.
Intermediate — this outing
Here we enter the world of true trekking. Steeper climbs, stretches on uneven or longer trails that require stamina. The physical effort is medium to high, and the fatigue is noticeable... but so is the satisfaction!
Ideal for: Those who already have experience and a good level of physical fitness.
Intermediate Plus
When the mountains begin to take their toll. More challenging routes in terms of gradient or duration, with technical sections or uneven terrain. Even a medium elevation gain can be tough if concentrated in just a few kilometers
Ideal for: Trained hikers, accustomed to walking on mountain paths
Difficult
Level suitable for experienced hikers with excellent stamina and surefootedness. The physical challenge is high, and there may be steep sections or possible exposure, which is always noted in the hike description. Perfect for those who enjoy pushing their limits and conquering significant peaks.
Ideal for: Those who already have experience in an Alpine environment and want to challenge themselves.
Difficult Plus
Only for true Guidders with their Wild Spirit at its peak Long routes, significant elevation gain (over 1,100 m), and technical or exposed terrain. Excellent physical preparation, sure-footedness, and the ability to manage fatigue at high altitude are required.
Ideal for: Highly trained and experienced hikers in the mountains.
Exposure and exposed sections
NONE
The trail is never exposed. A few rocky stretches, no airy sections.
VERTIGO RISK
WHAT YOU NEED BEFORE YOU GO
✓
BEFORE YOU GO
Go to bed early, have a good breakfast and drink before you set off: you've got 6h30 and 960 m of ascent ahead, if you go to the mountains a couple of times a month, you're fit enough
✓
IN YOUR BACKPACK
Hiking shoes, 1.5 litres of water, a snack and a windproof jacket, plus poles. Always with you: a plaster, an antiseptic wipe and a small bag for rubbish
What's included in the price
✓INCLUDED
✓Guiddy accident insurance
✓Guiddy Coordinator (runs the group, Telegram included)
✓Licensed hiking guide
✓Guiddy points for the loyalty programme
✕NOT INCLUDED
✕Packed lunch or lunch at the hut
✕Parking
✕Travel to Posina
To get there, there's Guiddy carpooling, below.
Itinerary
One day, approximate times. The final details come in the group chat.
Elevation gain
960 m
Max altitude
2,007 m
Distance
14 km
Duration
6h30
Day
14 km · D+ 960 m · 6h30
Meeting point 9:30approximate
Parcheggio, Strada Dello Xomo, 36010 Posina provincia di Vicenza, Italia. The exact time is confirmed in the group chat. We usually meet a little earlier for breakfast together, when possible.
Paid parking
€6 for 24 hours, at a machine that only takes coins: bring them, there's no other way to pay up there.
We meet the Guidders at the paying car park at the entrance to the Strada delle 52 Gallerie, in Posina (VI), along the old military road. A torch check before setting off: you will need one inside the tunnels. The exact time is shared in the outing's Telegram group.
B
13:00MOUNTAIN HUT
Lunch at Rifugio Achille Papa
After the 52 tunnels, each different in length and gradient and lined with historical panels, we reach Rifugio Achille Papa in the heart of the Pasubio. We stop for lunch: a hot plate at the hut or a packed one outside.
C
17:00MEETING
Back on the Strada degli Scarubbi
The return follows the Strada degli Scarubbi, wider and more panoramic than the tunnels, bringing us back down and closing the loop. At the cars we take the time for a toast before saying goodbye.
How do you get to Posina? By carpooling.
You say so when booking, then you get organised in the Telegram group. Contacts and costs are agreed between you: a seat isn't guaranteed.
WHO'S ALREADY GOING
Offering a seat Looking for a seat
Cars are added in the last few days, once the group is confirmed.
What to bring
A list made for this hike. No technical gear: just good shoes and a well-packed backpack.
Windproof
REQUIRED
Packed lunch
REQUIRED
Food supply
REQUIRED
Water supply
REQUIRED
Trekking boots
REQUIRED
Headlamp
REQUIRED
Backpack
REQUIRED
Trekking poles
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4.6
★★★★★★★★★★
3 reviews
Itinerary5.0
Organisation4.0
Overall experience4.7
ANDREA E.
Outing on 26 September 2026
★★★★★★★★★★
Bellissimo percorso immerso nella storia e nel mito del nostro paese.atteaversare le gallerie scavate nella rocce e alcune in senso a spirale ha dell' incredibile.e poi una volta giunti al rifugio papà vedere il sole da una parte e la foschia da un altra é stato davvero bello.
Your guide★★★★★★★★★★
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MICHELE S.
Outing on 17 October 2026
★★★★★★★★★★
Un infinite grazie a Simone la nostra guida, un vero professionista, da un grande valore umano. Il posto stupendo, il gruppo molto unito. Ero fuori allenamento, ma grazie al contesto ho raggiunto la meta, grazie Guiddy
Your guide★★★★★★★★★★
Lorenzo A.
Outing on 26 September 2026
★★★★★★★★★★
Da una parte, sono soddisfatto di aver finalmente percorso un sentiero carico di significato storico (legato a uno degli avvenimenti che hanno plasmato di più la storia italiana), da cui si possono ammirare paesaggi mozzafiato.
Dall’altra, penso che le esperienze di Guiddy, in generale, potrebbero rivelarsi più piacevoli, se l’organizzazione generale tramite il gruppo Telegram venisse avviata con maggiore anticipo del solito: almeno una settimana prima per le escursioni e i cammini di durata inferiore o uguale a una settimana e almeno tre mesi prima per quei viaggi che implicano la prenotazione di un volo per un paese estero. Ciò garantirebbe maggiori attenzione, precisione e chiarezza e minore incertezza logistica.
Your guide★★★★★★★★★★
Questions?
I've only done easy trails, can I come?
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Flat or slightly inclined sections with short stretches on steep slopes and rocks, not tiring or demanding. You need to be fit enough to walk for 6h30 with 960 m of ascent. If in doubt, message Ibex on WhatsApp.
Can I join on my own?
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How does carpooling work?
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What happens if the weather is bad?
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What if the group doesn't reach the minimum?
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Until when can I cancel?
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Book now, pay only if it goes ahead
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✓No charge now: the amount is only held on your card
✓Free cancellation up to 3 days before
✓You're only charged once the group is confirmed, at 7 pm the evening before departure
✓Minimum not reached? No charge, nothing to do
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52 Tunnels of Pasubio Trek: the WWI path carved into the rock
Posina, (VI) · Veneto
1 day · Hiking · 2,007 m
Elevation gain
960 m
Max altitude
2,007 m
Distance
14 km
Exposed sections
None
Duration
6h30
Guiddy points
+19
▣ 11 photos
+7 photos
WHY THIS HIKE
52 Tunnels of Pasubio
Fifty-two tunnels carved by hand into the rock. A story of war and ingenuity you walk through, tunnel after tunnel, headlamp in hand and breath held.
Come alone, leave with new friends
The experience
The 52 Tunnels Trail on Mount Pasubio is one of the most incredible works of World War I: built in under ten months in 1917 to supply Italian troops while sheltering them from enemy fire. You start from the parking area along the old military road and step straight into the first tunnel. From there, the galleries follow one after another, each different, with panels telling the story of who dug them. After about three hours you reach the Achille Papa Refuge, then return along the scenic Strada degli Scarubbi: 16 km, 900 meters of elevation gain. A headlamp is required: it's pitch black inside.
Why travel with us - Walk through history inside the mountain itself - Full loop: tunnels on the way out, panoramic views on the way back - Intermediate difficulty, great for hiking lovers - The right crew for an adventure worth telling
Book now and dig into your own story with the Guidders: the 52 Tunnels are waiting for you.
How hard is it
Guiddy scale
INTERMEDIATE
F
F+
I
I+
D
D+
960 m D+ · 14 km · 6h30
Easy
Perfect for those who want to enjoy nature without too much effort. Short, well-marked trails with gentle slopes. No technical difficulties, just a desire to walk, breathe in the fresh air, and share the day with a group.
Ideal for: Beginners, families, those who want to take their first steps in trekking.
Easy Plus
A little faster pace, but still accessible. Slightly longer routes or with a few more hills, requiring some walking experience. The terrain is always easy and safe.
Ideal for: Those who walk regularly and want to challenge themselves a little.
Intermediate — this outing
Here we enter the world of true trekking. Steeper climbs, stretches on uneven or longer trails that require stamina. The physical effort is medium to high, and the fatigue is noticeable... but so is the satisfaction!
Ideal for: Those who already have experience and a good level of physical fitness.
Intermediate Plus
When the mountains begin to take their toll. More challenging routes in terms of gradient or duration, with technical sections or uneven terrain. Even a medium elevation gain can be tough if concentrated in just a few kilometers
Ideal for: Trained hikers, accustomed to walking on mountain paths
Difficult
Level suitable for experienced hikers with excellent stamina and surefootedness. The physical challenge is high, and there may be steep sections or possible exposure, which is always noted in the hike description. Perfect for those who enjoy pushing their limits and conquering significant peaks.
Ideal for: Those who already have experience in an Alpine environment and want to challenge themselves.
Difficult Plus
Only for true Guidders with their Wild Spirit at its peak Long routes, significant elevation gain (over 1,100 m), and technical or exposed terrain. Excellent physical preparation, sure-footedness, and the ability to manage fatigue at high altitude are required.
Ideal for: Highly trained and experienced hikers in the mountains.
WHAT YOU NEED BEFORE YOU GO
✓
BEFORE YOU GO
Go to bed early, have a good breakfast and drink before you set off: you've got 6h30 and 960 m of ascent ahead, if you go to the mountains a couple of times a month, you're fit enough
✓
IN YOUR BACKPACK
Hiking shoes, 1.5 litres of water, a snack and a windproof jacket, plus poles. Always with you: a plaster, an antiseptic wipe and a small bag for rubbish
What's included
INCLUDED
✓Guiddy accident insurance
✓Guiddy Coordinator (runs the group, Telegram included)
✓Licensed hiking guide
✓Guiddy points for the loyalty programme
NOT INCLUDED
✕Packed lunch or lunch at the hut
✕Parking
✕Travel to Posina
Itinerary
Day · approximate times
Explore the map
3 stops
Meeting point 9:30Parcheggio
We usually meet a little earlier for breakfast together, when possible.
Paid parking
€6 for 24 hours, at a machine that only takes coins: bring them, there's no other way to pay up there.
We meet the Guidders at the paying car park at the entrance to the Strada delle 52 Gallerie, in Posina (VI), along the old military road. A torch check before setting off: you will need one inside the tunnels. The exact time is shared in the outing's Telegram group.
B
13:00MOUNTAIN HUT
Lunch at Rifugio Achille Papa
After the 52 tunnels, each different in length and gradient and lined with historical panels, we reach Rifugio Achille Papa in the heart of the Pasubio. We stop for lunch: a hot plate at the hut or a packed one outside.
C
17:00MEETING
Back on the Strada degli Scarubbi
The return follows the Strada degli Scarubbi, wider and more panoramic than the tunnels, bringing us back down and closing the loop. At the cars we take the time for a toast before saying goodbye.
How do you get to Posina? By carpooling.
You say so when booking, then you get organised in the Telegram group.
WHO'S ALREADY GOING
Offering a seat Looking for a seat
Cars are added in the last few days, once the group is confirmed.
What to bring
A list made for this hike.
Windproof
REQUIRED
Packed lunch
REQUIRED
Food supply
REQUIRED
Water supply
REQUIRED
Trekking boots
REQUIRED
Headlamp
REQUIRED
Backpack
REQUIRED
Trekking poles
RECOMMENDED
Guiddy Experience
Hikes picked for you
Guides and coordinators we pick for you.
Who joins
What the groups on the latest departures were like.
Most people come on their own
All ages
Mixed groups, women and men
Many come back with Guiddy
Reviews
Only from people who completed the outing.
4.6
★★★★★★★★★★
3 reviews
Itinerary5.0
Organisation4.0
Overall experience4.7
ANDREA E.
Outing on 26 September 2026
★★★★★★★★★★
Bellissimo percorso immerso nella storia e nel mito del nostro paese.atteaversare le gallerie scavate nella rocce e alcune in senso a spirale ha dell' incredibile.e poi una volta giunti al rifugio papà vedere il sole da una parte e la foschia da un altra é stato davvero bello.
Your guide★★★★★★★★★★
M
MICHELE S.
Outing on 17 October 2026
★★★★★★★★★★
Un infinite grazie a Simone la nostra guida, un vero professionista, da un grande valore umano. Il posto stupendo, il gruppo molto unito. Ero fuori allenamento, ma grazie al contesto ho raggiunto la meta, grazie Guiddy
Your guide★★★★★★★★★★
Lorenzo A.
Outing on 26 September 2026
★★★★★★★★★★
Da una parte, sono soddisfatto di aver finalmente percorso un sentiero carico di significato storico (legato a uno degli avvenimenti che hanno plasmato di più la storia italiana), da cui si possono ammirare paesaggi mozzafiato.
Dall’altra, penso che le esperienze di Guiddy, in generale, potrebbero rivelarsi più piacevoli, se l’organizzazione generale tramite il gruppo Telegram venisse avviata con maggiore anticipo del solito: almeno una settimana prima per le escursioni e i cammini di durata inferiore o uguale a una settimana e almeno tre mesi prima per quei viaggi che implicano la prenotazione di un volo per un paese estero. Ciò garantirebbe maggiori attenzione, precisione e chiarezza e minore incertezza logistica.
Flat or slightly inclined sections with short stretches on steep slopes and rocks, not tiring or demanding. You need to be fit enough to walk for 6h30 with 960 m of ascent. If in doubt, message Ibex on WhatsApp.
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