Cortina d'Ampezzo at a glance
- Ideal for
- Intermediate skiers who switch sectors during the day
- Advanced skiers: 13 black runs, including the Stratofana Olimpica
- Skiing and town: shops, restaurants, ice rink
- Less suitable if
- Skiing from your door: lifts are spread out
- Natural snow: 95% of runs on artificial snow
Weather, snow and webcams in Cortina d'Ampezzo
MET Norway forecast, updated daily at 1 am and 9 am.
Snow report · Avalanche bulletin
Where to stay in Cortina d'Ampezzo
Recommended hotels for your budget
What to do in Cortina d'Ampezzo besides skiing
Cortina d'Ampezzo piste map and ski area
Beginners: Col Gallina, Falzarego and Averau · Baby Socrepes · Kids Station from age 3
OpenSkiMap data · © OpenStreetMap contributors (ODbL), unofficial. Official piste map
Cortina d'Ampezzo lift pass prices
| Lift pass | Adult | Child |
|---|---|---|
| Cortina · 1 day, low rate | €76 | €53 |
| Cortina · 6 days, January | €378 | €265 |
| Superski · 1 day, low rate | €80 | €56 |
| Superski · 6 days, January | €407 | €285 |
2026-2027 prices · 6 days from 11 to 16 Jan · cheaper online in advance · high season: €84 a day for Cortina · official ticket office
Ski rental and lessons in Cortina d'Ampezzo
Book your skis before you go
- 1 Skiset shop in Cortina d'Ampezzo, near the lifts
- Equipment, shop and dates chosen online, in a few minutes
Skiset (1 shop) and eleven rental shops in town · rental at the Freccia nel Cielo departure point
Ski lessons and schools
| Lessons (2026-2027 season) | Price |
|---|---|
| Adult group, 6 mornings, low season | €500 |
| Adult group, 6 mornings, high season | €550 |
| Private lesson 1 h in the morning, low season | €70 |
| Under-18s group, 6 mornings (Azzurra) | €780 |
Groups from age 4 at the Socrepes snow garden (Scuola Sci Cortina), from age 3 at Azzurra. · Cheaper lessons outside holidays: before 20 Dec, 10 Jan to 6 Feb, from 7 Mar.
When to ski in Cortina d'Ampezzo
Best time: January to March
Getting to Cortina d'Ampezzo
On site
Corso Italia 81, 32043 Cortina d'Ampezzo
Where to eat and unwind in Cortina d'Ampezzo
In town rather than on the slopes: wine bars and bars around Corso Italia and Largo Poste
Restaurants in the resort
Forst beer, platters, barley soup; service 11am-10pm
📍 Largo Poste (centre)Pizzas and local dishes, run by the Ghedina family
📍 Largo Poste (centre)Home-cooked dishes of the day: roast chicken, goulash, polenta
📍 Via Marconi (centre)Mountain restaurants
Spa and relaxation
Sauna at the summit of the Lagazuoi, 60 min, book the day before
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Frequently asked questions
When does Cortina d'Ampezzo open in 2026-2027?
The lift consortium announces that the lifts will open from 28 November 2026. Closing is staged after Easter; Faloria sometimes stays open until early May.
How much does a lift pass cost in Cortina?
For 2026-2027, the one-day Cortina pass costs €76 at the low rate and €84 in high season, €378 for 6 days in January (list price, cheaper online a few days ahead). The Dolomiti Superski is €80 or €89 a day and €407 for 6 days in January.
Can you get to Cortina without a car?
Yes, but the nearest station is Calalzo di Cadore, 35 km away, from where a Dolomiti Bus reaches Cortina. Cortina Express also links the town to the Venice and Treviso airports. On site, ski bus lines link the centre, the car parks and the lifts.
Is Cortina suitable for beginners?
Yes, with caveats: Col Gallina, Falzarego and Averau are rated easy, and Baby Socrepes and the Socrepes-Pocol zone are good for learning. The ski area is, however, best known for its intermediate runs and its 13 black runs.
Should you buy the Cortina pass or the Dolomiti Superski?
The Cortina pass covers 120 km around Cortina, San Vito di Cadore and Auronzo-Misurina. The Dolomiti Superski opens up 1,200 km, including Alta Badia and the Sellaronda, for about €29 more over 6 days in January.
What do you need to ski in Italy?
A helmet is compulsory for everyone on the slopes, whatever the age, and third-party liability insurance is required. It is not included in the lift pass but can be bought for a single day.
Sources and method
Resort profile: skipasscortina.com, cortina.dolomiti.org
Lift passes: dolomitisuperski.com, skipasscortina.com
Snow and season: cortina.dolomiti.org, dolomitisuperski.com, skipasscortina.com
Ski area: skipasscortina.com, skiset.com
Getting there: fondazionecortina.com, cortinaexpress.it, skipasscortina.com
Accommodation: cortina.dolomiti.org
Restaurants and activities: cortina.dolomiti.org
Equipment rental: cortina.dolomiti.org, skiset.com
Runs and lifts: OpenSkiMap · © OpenStreetMap contributors (ODbL). Terrain: Mapzen Terrain Tiles (AWS Open Data). Forecasts: MET Norway (CC BY 4.0). Snow on the ground: ARPAV Veneto (CC BY 4.0). Schools, restaurants, spas and practical information: venue websites and tourist office.
Photos: Photo Duc Tinh Ngo / Pexels · Wolfgang Moroder, CC BY-SA 3.0, Wikimedia Commons · MaiDireLollo, CC BY-SA 3.0, Wikimedia Commons · Photo Enrico Maioni / Pexels.
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