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Cortina d'Ampezzo

Veneto
1,224m
6,000

About Cortina d'Ampezzo

Cortina d'Ampezzo is synonymous with elegance and natural beauty. This exclusive mountain resort has been attracting royalty, celebrities, and outdoor enthusiasts for over a century. Surrounded by some of the most dramatic peaks in the Dolomites, Cortina offers unparalleled access to world-famous hiking routes and via ferrata. The town itself is a destination, with luxury boutiques, gourmet restaurants, and a sophisticated atmosphere that sets it apart from other mountain towns.

Highlights

1956 Winter Olympics heritage
Luxury shopping on Corso Italia
Spectacular Dolomites panoramas
World-class via ferrata routes
Exclusive mountain resort atmosphere
Olympic Ice Stadium and ski jumps

Nearby Trails

Tre Cime di Lavaredo

Moderate
45 min by car

Cinque Torri

Easy
20 min by cable car

Tofana di Rozes

Challenging
Cable car access

Lago di Sorapis

Moderate
30 min drive + 1h hike

Quick Facts

Languages:Italian, Ladin
Best Time:June-September for hiking, December-March for skiing
Currency:Euro (€)

Transportation

Train Connections:

  • Venice (3h by bus)
  • Milan (4h by bus)
  • Innsbruck (3h by car)

Local Transport:

Local buses to cable cars and trailheads

Where to Stay

Luxury

Mid-Range

Budget

Where to Eat

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Fine dining

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Mountain hut cuisine

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Traditional Italian

€€

Pizza & casual

Cultural Attractions

Olympic Ice Stadium
Ski Jump Hills
Regole d'Ampezzo Ethnographic Museum
Church of SS. Filippo e Giacomo
Corso Italia shopping district

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