Your stay — Olympic Hostel
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Faith & Dietary Nearby
- Church: Chiesa parrocchiale di Sant'Antonio da Padova (472 m · ~6 min walk)
- Church: Chiesetta di Santa Elisabetta (712 m · ~9 min walk)
Local Lifestyle & Recreation
Museo etnografico — 67 m · ~1 min walk
5-Minute Radius Essentials
Nearest — 507 m · ~6 min walk
Maj Elena & C. S.n.c. — 610 m · ~8 min walk
Money & Currency
Get a travel card →Euro, EUR
Use ATMs for the best rates; avoid exchange bureaux at Bergamo airport as they charge poor rates and fees.
Cards are widely accepted in supermarkets, hotels, and larger restaurants; smaller shops and bars in Schilpario may prefer cash, so carry some euros.
Tipping is not expected but appreciated; round up the bill at restaurants or leave 5–10% for good service, a euro or two for hotel staff, and round up taxi fares.
Eat, Shop & Travel on a Budget
Cheap car hire →Espresso (caffè) at a local bar, about €1.10–1.30.
Panino or pizza al taglio from a bakery or bar, around €6–9.
Pasta dish at a trattoria or pizzeria, €12–15 for a main.
Schilpario has limited street food; look for small bars and bakeries near the main square for affordable snacks like focaccia or pastry.
Supermarkets such as Conad and Eurospin are common in Val di Scalve area.
No major high-street chains in Schilpario; for affordable clothes, head to larger towns like Clusone or Bergamo, where OVS and Coin are typical.
The cheapest way around the valley is on foot; the local bus (Bergamo-Trasporti or similar) costs around €2 per trip. From Bergamo airport, take the bus to Bergamo bus station (€5–6) then connect to Schilpario (€6–8 one way).
Buy groceries at local supermarkets like Conad and pack picnics for hikes; visit in shoulder season (May/June or Sep/Oct) for lower accommodation prices; use the Bergamo Trasporti bus for budget travel rather than taxis.
Good to know — Schilpario
Type C/F/L · 230V
safe
$1 ≈ €0.88 · EUR
Emergency Contacts
SchilparioIn Italy, 112 is the single European emergency number. For local police (carabinieri) in Schilpario, call 0342 702222. The town is small; serious medical cases may be transferred to Bergamo or Clusone.
💡 Save these numbers in your phone. In life-threatening emergencies, call immediately.
Where to Eat
💡 Booking tip: For popular restaurants in Schilpario, book at least a week ahead — especially for weekend evenings and during festival season.
Your arrival at Olympic Hostel
🕒 Check-in is from . Arriving earlier? Most hotels store luggage free — just ask at reception.
🧭 First things nearby: cash · Nearest — 507 m · ~6 min walk
🚐 Pre-book an airport transfer →Getting Around
Find train tickets →Bergamo Railway Station → Hotel delle Alpi, Schilpario
💡 Get off at Darfo-Corna station, not Boario Terme—Platform 2 links directly to the Schilpario bus, saving 20 minutes.
Milan Bergamo Airport (BGY) → Hotel delle Alpi, Schilpario
💡 Pre-book with a local firm like Taxi Schilpario; drivers often know the mountain shortcuts during heavy snow.
Milan Bergamo Airport (BGY) bus stop → Schilpario center (Hotel delle Alpi)
💡 Buy a round-trip ticket at the airport newsstand; the change in Boario Terme uses a tight platform—stand by the driver for your stop.
Brescia Railway Station → Hotel delle Alpi, Schilpario
💡 Two or more travellers halve costs: the shuttle runs on demand to Passo del Vivione ski area, and you can request the hotel drop-off for free.
About Schilpario
Wikipedia ↗
Schilpario (Lombard: Scülpér, or Schilpér) is a comune (municipality) in the Province of Bergamo in the Italian region of Lombardy, located about 100 kilometres (62 mi) northeast of Milan and about 50 kilometres (31 mi) northeast of Bergamo. Schilpario borders the following municipalities: Azzone, B...
Frequently Asked Questions
What time is check-in at Olympic Hostel?
Check-in at Olympic Hostel is from null. Check-out is by null.
Where can I eat cheaply near Olympic Hostel?
Panino or pizza al taglio from a bakery or bar, around €6–9.
What is the cheapest way to get around from Olympic Hostel?
The cheapest way around the valley is on foot; the local bus (Bergamo-Trasporti or similar) costs around €2 per trip. From Bergamo airport, take the bus to Bergamo bus station (€5–6) then connect to Schilpario (€6–8 one way).
Top Attractions in Schilpario
💡 Ask at the bar opposite if the door is locked; someone nearby usually has the key and will let you in.
💡 Pick up the free walking map at the tourist office near the square; the 'Sentiero del Partigiano' loop is two hours, easy, and has great valley views.
💡 Go in late afternoon for the best light on the rock surfaces. Wear shoes with grip as the paths can be slippery after rain.
💡 Check if the custodian is around to open the side chapel; the small altarpiece there is the best painted work in the valley.
💡 Follow the signed footpath from the Danie de Zö parking area; it's a 20-minute easy walk. Don't get too close to the base in wet weather as rocks get slick.