Cortina d'Ampezzo Ski Resort Guide
Cortina d'Ampezzo, Italy
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| Recommended For | Expert Skiers, Intermediates, Beginners, Snowboarders, Snowfall and Apres-Ski! |
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| Total Piste Length | 120km 75 miles |
| Highest Lift | 2,930m 9,613ft |
| Resort Height | 1,220m 4,003ft |
| Nearest Airports | Bolzano and Treviso |
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Cortina d'Ampezzo
Cortina d'Ampezzo is a premier ski resort in the Italian Dolomites. Known for its stunning scenery and diverse slopes, it caters to all levels of skiers and snowboarders.
Summary
Cortina d'Ampezzo boasts over 120 kilometers of skiable terrain, with runs for beginners to experts. The resort is part of the Dolomiti Superski area, offering a vast interconnected network of lifts and pistes.
The ski area of Cortina d'Ampezzo is in the Italian Dolomites at an altitude of 1,220m 4,003ft , with 120km 75 miles of marked runs.
Cortina d'Ampezzo is part of the Dolomiti Superski area with access to 1,294km 804 miles of downhill skiing, with 668 marked pistes, served by a total of 488 ski lifts. In addition to the skiing in Cortina d'Ampezzo itself ( 120km 75 miles of pisted ski runs), the appropriate ski Lift Pass will allow you to ski or snowboard in the other Dolomiti Superski ski resorts of Alpe di Siusi/Seiser Alm, Alta Badia, Alta Pusteria, Arabba, Bruneck-Kronplatz, Civetta, Marmolada, Obereggen, Predazzo, San Martino di Castrozza, San Vito di Cadore, Val Gardena, Val di Fassa, Val di Fiemme and Valle Isarco. Cortina d'Ampezzo is directly linked by Ski Lift to the ski areas of Santa Cristina (Val Gardena).
With ski lifts as high as 2,930m 9,613ft , skiing and snowboarding is assured throughout the season.
Notable Ski Runs
The longest possible descent in Cortina d'Ampezzo is 9km 6 miles long.
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Snow and Weather
Cortina d'Ampezzo typically enjoys a snow depth of 100-200 cm during peak season, with reliable snowfall from December to April. For the latest snow conditions, check J2Ski for up-to-date information.
When will it snow in Cortina d'Ampezzo?
The next notable snow forecast is 4cm 1in , expected on 14 February, with around 27cm 11in forecast over the next 7 days.
See our long-range Snow Forecast for the latest update.
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Ski Area Stats
Cortina d'Ampezzo Ski Area
| Black Pistes Expert Trails | 8 | 10km 6 miles |
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| Red Pistes Intermediate Runs | 19 | 45km 28 miles |
| Blue Pistes Easy Trails | 42 | 55km 34 miles |
| Downhill Total Length | 120km 75 miles | |
| Cross Country Total Length | 82km 51 miles | |
| Ski Lifts Number of Lifts | 37 | |
Dolomiti Superski Ski Area
| Black Pistes Expert Trails | 72 | |
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| Red Pistes Intermediate Runs | 274 | |
| Blue Pistes Easy Trails | 306 | |
| Green Pistes Beginner Runs | 16 | |
| Downhill Total Length | 1,294km 804 miles | |
| Ski Lifts Number of Lifts | 488 | |
Cortina d'Ampezzo Altitudes
| Highest Lift | 2,930m 9,613ft |
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| Resort Altitude (Cortina d'Ampezzo) | 1,220m 4,003ft |
| Lowest Piste | 1,050m 3,445ft |
| Max Vertical | 1,880m 6,168ft |
Ratings & Suitability
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Skiing
The mountains of Cortina d'Ampezzo reach elevations of over 3,000 meters, with notable ski areas including Tofana, Faloria, and Cinque Torri. Key lifts such as the Freccia nel Cielo and the Tofana Express provide access to renowned pistes like the Olympia delle Tofane and the runs at Faloria.
There are a variety of pistes to suit all levels of skier ability, from Beginner to Expert.
Ski Lessons in Cortina d'Ampezzo
To choose a Ski School, and book Group Ski Lessons or a Private Instructor, see Cortina d'Ampezzo Ski Schools and Cortina d'Ampezzo Ski Instructors.
Snowboarding
Snowboarders will find excellent terrain parks at Cortina, particularly the one located at the Tofana area. The park features jumps, rails, and boxes suitable for various skill levels.
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Location and Map
Where is Cortina d'Ampezzo?
This ski resort is in the Italian Dolomites in Province of Belluno, Veneto.
Map
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How to get there
By Air
The nearest airport to Cortina d'Ampezzo is Bolzano, 110 minutes drive away.
Treviso, Venice, Innsbruck Airport, Trieste and Klagenfurt airports are all within three hours drive.
To reach Cortina d'Ampezzo, fly into Venice Marco Polo Airport or Innsbruck Airport, both of which are about two hours away by car. Regular bus services connect these airports to the resort.
Infrastructure
Ski Lift Capacity
The 37 ski lifts are able to uplift 60,000 skiers and snowboarders every hour.
Snow Making
Snow-making is available, on 75km 47 miles of ski runs, with 30 snow cannons.
Season Dates
When is Cortina d'Ampezzo open?
We don't currently have confirmed season dates, but hope to soon.
NOTE:- Ski area, lift and piste opening is subject to Current Snow Conditions.
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Aprés Ski
Cortina d'Ampezzo offers vibrant après-ski options, with popular spots including the iconic Bar Pasticceria Mazzorani and the lively Lounge Bar at the Hotel De La Poste. Dining options are plentiful, ranging from traditional Italian cuisine to upscale restaurants.
