U.S. Army Garrison Italy is an active U.S. Army garrison in Vicenza, Italy. It supports the Vicenza Military Community in the Veneto region of northeastern Italy. This guide covers access, arrival, housing, schools, services, medical care, and recreation.

Base Overview

Official name United States Army Garrison Italy
Military branch U.S. Army
Base status Active
Official website United States Army Garrison Italy

Location and Directions

USAG Italy is in Vicenza, in Italy’s Veneto region. Its main Vicenza locations include Caserma Ederle, Caserma Del Din, Villaggio housing, and other community sites. Caserma Ederle and Caserma Del Din are near the city center.

Eligible military identification card holders can reserve a garrison shuttle from Venice Marco Polo Airport to Caserma Ederle and Caserma Del Din. Newly arriving Soldiers, civilians, and contractors must report to the Central Processing Facility in Building 393 on the first working day after arrival.

Visitor Information

Installation access is managed by the Installation Access Control Office. Visitors may need Department of War identification, visitor credentials, or a sponsor. Check current gate and access rules before traveling, because requirements can change.

Housing and Lodging

The Ederle Inn provides temporary lodging for the Vicenza Military Community. USAG Italy provides Army family housing and supports eligible personnel in the Vicenza area. Some personnel may live in private rentals in Vicenza or nearby communities. Lodging and housing eligibility depends on tour type, dependent travel authorization, rank, and orders.

Facilities and Services

Service area Examples
Family and personnel support Army Community Service, Army Emergency Relief, and Military Personnel Division
Work and installation services Administrative services, public works, logistics, transportation, and supply support
Daily needs Postal services, driver testing and licensing, housing services, and installation access control

Vicenza Eco Centers are located at Building 248 on Caserma Ederle and Building 92 on Caserma Del Din.

Schools and Childcare

DoDEA schools in the community include Vicenza Elementary School, Vicenza Middle School, and Vicenza High School. Child and Youth Services includes Child Development Centers, a School Age Center, Youth Center programs, and Teen Center programs. Families register for CYS through Parent Central Services at Army Community Service and register for DoDEA schools through the applicable school registrar.

Medical Services

Medical and wellness support includes services at Ederle and Del Din, along with local hospital support. Confirm appointments, eligibility, and clinic availability directly before seeking care.

Resource Location or type
Behavioral Health Services at Ederle and Del Din
Public Health Nurse Installation health support
Armed Forces Wellness Center Wellness services
Substance Use Disorder Clinical Care Clinical support
San Bortolo Hospital liaison Local hospital support

Recreation and Amenities

Installation recreation includes MWR fitness services, the Ederle Art Center, family and youth activities, outdoor recreation programs, and community activity calendars. Vicenza also has public transportation, rail connections, shopping, restaurants, cultural attractions, parks, and outdoor recreation.

Things to Know

  • USAG Italy is a garrison, not one single self-contained base. It supports the Vicenza Military Community and the Darby Military Community.
  • The main Vicenza locations are Caserma Ederle and Caserma Del Din.
  • New arrivals must start in-processing on the first working day after arrival.
  • Access rules, visitor procedures, shuttle schedules, service hours, and eligibility requirements can change. Confirm current information before traveling.

Frequently Asked Questions

What is the official name of the garrison?

Its official name is United States Army Garrison Italy.

Where is USAG Italy located?

It is in Vicenza, in the Veneto region of northeastern Italy.

Does the garrison provide an airport shuttle?

Yes. Eligible military identification card holders can reserve a shuttle between Venice Marco Polo Airport and the Vicenza community.

Where do new arrivals begin in-processing?

They report to the Central Processing Facility in Building 393 on the first working day after arrival.

Which schools serve the Vicenza community?

DoDEA schools include Vicenza Elementary School, Vicenza Middle School, and Vicenza High School.