Living Cortina during the Games

During the Milano Cortina 2026 Olympic and Paralympic Winter Games, Cortina d’Ampezzo will be infused with a special, intense, and unrepeatable energy. An atmosphere that goes beyond sporting competitions and transforms the town into a place of encounter, emotion, and shared experience. Living in Cortina during these days will mean being part of something truly unique, something destined to remain in memory.

Streets, squares, and the iconic landmarks of the Queen of the Alps will become experiential spaces, where passion for sport intertwines with the beauty of the landscape, Alpine culture, style, and the hospitality that have long defined Cortina. Each day will be shaped by events, images, sounds, and encounters that express Olympic values and the identity of the territory.

Cortina will not only be home to athletes and the Olympic Family, but also an open destination for anyone wishing to experience the atmosphere of the Games. Visitors, enthusiasts, and the curious alike will be able to breathe in the Olympic spirit at the Live Site, follow the competitions, take part in side events and explore the territory during a truly historic moment.

The five-ring experience in Cortina is made up of great sporting emotions as well as everyday moments: a coffee in the town center, a stroll past shop windows, views of illuminated mountains, a lively square. A balance between an international event and a human-scale dimension that makes Cortina a place to be lived in, not just reached.

During Milano Cortina 2026, Cortina d’Ampezzo will be more than an Olympic venue: it will be a complete experience, to be explored with curiosity, participation, and a sense of wonder.

Holidaying in Cortina during the Olympic Games

Cortina d’Ampezzo will continue to welcome its guests with the warmth for which it has always been known. Even during the Olympic and Paralympic Games, all accommodation facilities will remain operational and accessible. Guests booking a stay will receive a dedicated car pass, allowing them to easily reach their accommodation even during periods of traffic regulation.

Staying in Cortina during the Olympic Games

Hotels, apartments, and other accommodation facilities will remain open. While a portion of rooms has been reserved for the International Olympic Committee, official delegations, and teams, a range of accommodation options will still be available for visitors.

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Mountain Huts, Refreshment Stops and Restaurants

Mountain huts, refreshment stops, and restaurants – both on the slopes and in town – will remain regularly open. Visitors will be able to enjoy traditional Ampezzo cuisine, stop at slope-side hut and experience the authentic winter atmosphere of the Dolomites even during the Games.

Ski Instructors and Ski Schools

Ski instructors and ski schools will continue to offer ski and snowboard classes before and during the Games, in areas not affected by the competitions.