Cortina
Cortina is known as the Queen of the Dolomites, the haunt of the affluent set and of the Italian celebrity. Set in the heart of the famous UNESCO World Heritage Dolomites, this Italian village is one of the country’s most fashionable and sophisticated ski resorts. Cortina is a picturesque village surrounded by forest with some fantastic restaurants and a vibrant nightlife. Skiers and snowboarders will enjoy the challenge of the slopes whilst appreciating the warm charismatic characters of the Italian locals. Cortina also offers plenty of activities off the slopes like snowmobiling through the forest, ice skating on the former Olympic stadium or taking a stroll along the Corso Italia, the heart of Cortina.
Why Cortina
Cortina is part of the famous Dolomites Superski which allows you to ski or board, twelve different ski areas and over 1220 kilometres of pistes linked by 450 lifts.
Cortina is located in the heart of the Vallee d’Ampezzo. Major films have featured this picturesque area such as, The Pink Panther, For Your Eyes Only and Cliff Hanger.
One of Italy’s most fashionable ski resorts. The main village street is pedestrian zone only, with plenty of shopping and cafés to enjoy.
Cortina Mountain Statistics
| Summit | 2828m |
| Base | 1224m |
| Vertical | 1604m |
| Lifts | 34 |
| Runs | 120km |
| Average Snowfall | 325cm |
| Beginner | 35% |
| Intermediate | 53% |
| Advanced | 12% |
Cortina Accomodation
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