Where is Cortina, Italy?

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Cortina d'Ampezzo is a scenic mountain town located in northeastern Italy, in the Province of Belluno, Veneto region. Situated on the Boite river, in an alpine valley. Cortina lies at a latitude of 46.5378° N and a longitude of 12.1359° E. Known as the "Queen of the Dolomites", the town is famous for mountain landscapes, world-class ski resorts, skiing trails, scenery, accommodation, shops, and its host venue for the 2026 Winter Olympics.

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About Cortina d'Ampezzo

Cortina d'Ampezzo is a renowned alpine resort town in the Province of Belluno, Veneto, in northeastern Italy. The town has a population of approximately 5,500 residents and covers an area of about 254 square kilometers, making it one of the largest municipalities in the Dolomite region by land area. Cortina d'Ampezzo is located about 120 km north of Venice and approximately 430 km north of Rome. It lies close to the Austrian border, at a distance of around 80 km, and plays an important role as one of Italy’s premier mountain tourism and sports centers, especially as a host venue for the 2026 Winter Olympics. Cortina is a major destination for winter sports and summer hiking. Its top tourist attractions include the Dolomiti Ampezzane Natural Park, Faloria and Tofana ski areas, Lake Misurina, and the historic Basilica of Saints Philip and James.

Cortina d'Ampezzo City Facts

ContinentEurope
CountryItaly
RegionVeneto
ProvinceBelluno
LocationNortheastern Italy, in the Dolomite Mountains
Coordinates46.5378° N, 12.1359° E
FoundedMedieval period
Area254.51 sq km (98.26 sq mi)
Elevation1,224 m (4,016 ft) above sea level
Population (2024 est.)5,500
Time ZoneUTC +1 (CET), UTC +2 (CEST – daylight saving)
Postal Code (CAP)32043
Area Code0436
Calling Code+39
ClimateAlpine climate (cold winters, mild summers)
Official LanguageItalian
CurrencyEuro (€)
ReligionPredominantly Roman Catholic
RiverBoite River
Public TransportBuses and regional transport services
Nearest Airports Venice Marco Polo Airport (VCE), Treviso Airport (TSF)
Main AttractionsTofana Ski Area, Faloria Mountain, Dolomiti Ampezzane Natural Park, Lake Misurina, Basilica of Saints Philip and James
Economic ImportanceTourism, winter sports, hospitality and luxury services
UNESCO SiteDolomites (UNESCO World Heritage Site)
Local GovernmentMunicipality (Comune di Cortina d'Ampezzo)
Famous ForSki resorts, Dolomite scenery, luxury tourism, and 2026 Winter Olympics host city
Official Websitehttps://www.comunecortinadampezzo.bl.it

Road Distance from Cortina d'Ampezzo to Other Italian Cities

  • Cortina d'Ampezzo to Venice – 160 km (99 miles)
  • Cortina d'Ampezzo to Milan – 410 km (255 miles)
  • Cortina d'Ampezzo to Rome – 520 km (323 miles)
  • Cortina d'Ampezzo to Florence – 360 km (224 miles)
  • Cortina d'Ampezzo to Verona – 260 km (162 miles)
  • Cortina d'Ampezzo to Bologna – 350 km (217 miles)
  • Cortina d'Ampezzo to Turin – 500 km (311 miles)
  • Cortina d'Ampezzo to Naples – 700 km (435 miles)
  • Cortina d'Ampezzo to Genoa – 470 km (292 miles)
  • Cortina d'Ampezzo to Pisa – 430 km (267 miles)
  • Cortina d'Ampezzo to Bergamo – 330 km (205 miles)
  • Cortina d'Ampezzo to Padua – 210 km (130 miles)
  • Cortina d'Ampezzo to Trento – 230 km (143 miles)