Italy
Skiing in Cortina
The Queen of the Dolomites, blending dramatic alpine scenery with unmatched Italian glamour.
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Big ski area
1,224m
Altitude
2,924m
Summit
120km (1,200km Dolomiti Superski)
Pistes
1,700m
Vertical Drop
4m per season
Avg. Snow
Late November - Mid April
Season
About the Resort
About Cortina
Cortina d'Ampezzo, often referred to as the 'Queen of the Dolomites', is Italy's most glamorous and prestigious ski resort. Framed by some of the most dramatic and photogenic peaks in the Alps, its pedestrian-friendly Corso Italia is lined with designer boutiques, luxury hotels, and elegant cafes, offering an experience where the 'la dolce vita' is just as important as the skiing.
Ideal For
Cortina is perfect for
Luxury Seekers
World-class shopping, dining, and an elegant town atmosphere along the famous Corso Italia.
Intermediates
Endless perfectly groomed red and blue runs across multiple incredibly scenic mountain areas.
Foodies
Incredible mountain rifugios and Michelin-starred dining in the valley.
Non-Skiers
Plenty of activities, spas, high-end boutiques, and accessible mountain huts for pedestrians.
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In Detail
More about Cortina
The Resort
Hosting the 1956 Winter Olympics and co-hosting the upcoming 2026 Games, Cortina boasts a rich winter sports heritage. The skiing is spread across several distinct sectors—Tofana, Faloria, and Cinque Torri-Lagazuoi—each offering unique terrain and spectacular panoramic views of the UNESCO World Heritage Dolomites. While the local slopes offer about 120km of pistes, the resort is connected to the massive Dolomiti Superski network.
The resort appeals heavily to intermediate skiers, luxury seekers, and gourmands. With extensive snowmaking, impeccable piste grooming, and world-class mountain dining (rifugios), Cortina provides a refined, relaxed, and incredibly scenic alpine vacation rather than a hardcore extreme sports destination.
On the Mountain
The skiing is divided into three main areas connected by ski buses and a new gondola network, offering impeccably groomed pistes set against striking limestone cliffs. It is a haven for intermediates with wide, rolling reds, though experts will find thrilling challenges like the famous Olympia run on Tofana.
Dolomiti Superski
A UNESCO World Heritage site known for its towering, jagged limestone peaks and the world's largest interconnected ski network.
Location
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Where to Eat
Dining in Cortina
Rifugio Averau
Cinque Torri ski area
Often voted one of the best mountain restaurants in the Alps, offering gourmet local dishes with spectacular panoramic terrace views.
El Camineto
Base of Tofana
A highly fashionable dining spot famous for its vibrant atmosphere, beautiful sun terrace, and excellent Italian cuisine.
Baita Fraina
Near the Faloria woods
A cozy, traditional Ampezzo restaurant known for its exceptional wine cellar and hearty, high-quality mountain fare.
Tivoli
Lacedel (near Tofana base)
Cortina's Michelin-starred culinary crown jewel, blending traditional mountain ingredients with highly refined modern techniques.
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