Dolomites, Italy

Cortina d'Ampezzo Ski Resort

ClosedOpens Late November

Season dates, 120 trails, lift pass pricing, and monthly snow conditions

Budget Friendly

Snow Sure

10,640ft

Peak Elevation

6,643ft

Vertical Drop

120

Trails

200"

Annual Snow

Overview

Cortina d'Ampezzo is a ski resort in Dolomites, Italy, with an elevation range from 3,997ft (1218m) to 10,640ft (3243m). The vertical drop is 6,643ft (2025m) across 120 trails served by 38 lifts and 1,400 skiable acres. The nearest airport is Venice Marco Polo (VCE), about 130 minutes away by car. Cortina d'Ampezzo receives an average of 200 inches of snowfall annually.

Season Overview

Season Timeline

Late November to Mid April

JanFebMarAprMayJunJulAugSepOctNovDec

Opens: Late NovemberCloses: Mid April

Peak Open Early Late Closed

Snow Conditions

60cm(24in)Heavy

Average snowfall in February, Cortina d'Ampezzo's snowiest peak-season month.

200"

Annual Snowfall

(508cm)

0°C

February Avg High

-7°C

February Avg Low

Snowmaking covers 95% of the terrain, supplementing natural snowfall.

Monthly Snowfall

200"

annual avg

Jan

Feb

Mar

Apr

May

Jun

Jul

Aug

Sep

Oct

Nov

Dec

Peak Open Early Latecm/month

Terrain & Trails

120

Total Trails

Lifts

1,400

Skiable Acres

6,643ft

Vertical Drop

Trail Difficulty Breakdown

32%

Beginner: 38 trails

40%

Intermediate: 48 trails

22%

Advanced: 26 trails

Expert: 7 trails

32%Beginner (38)

40%Intermediate (48)

22%Advanced (26)

6%Expert (7)

Cortina d'Ampezzo has 120 trails: 32% green, 40% blue, 22% black, and 6% double-black. With 32% of terrain rated green, beginner-rated trails make up a large share of Cortina d'Ampezzo.

Lift System & Elevation

Total Lifts

6,643ft

Vertical Drop

2,025m

(6,643ft)

Elevation Profile

10,640ft

Peak

3,997ft

Base

Price Trends

Day pass pricing across the season

$73

avg/day

$78

Jan

$82

Feb

$72

Mar

$62

Apr

May

Jun

Jul

Aug

Sep

Oct

$65

Nov

$78

Dec

Peak Shoulder Off-PeakBest value: April ($62)

Best Month to Visit Cortina d'Ampezzo

Top Pick

January

Solid snowGreat valuePeak conditions

score

55cm

Moderate

$78/day

January offers the best overall balance of snowfall, crowd levels, and pricing at Cortina d'Ampezzo, based on this guide's month-by-month scoring. Snowfall this month averages 55cm. Crowd levels are moderate.

Open

45cm

snowfall

-1°/-8°

high/low °C

crowds

$78

day pass

Monthly conditions are based on historical averages. Actual conditions vary year to year. Click on any month for detailed conditions, crowd levels, and packing tips for Cortina d'Ampezzo.

Lift Passes & Pricing

Adult Day Pass

$72

per day

Season Pass

$940

full season

Multi-Resort Pass Inclusion:

Dolomiti Superski

Day pass pricing varies by date and ticket type; check the resort's official site for current rates. Cortina d'Ampezzo is included on the Dolomiti Superski pass.

Getting to Cortina d'Ampezzo

Nearest Airport

Venice Marco Polo (VCE)

Approx. 130 min drive

Location

Dolomites, Italy 🇮🇹

46.5369°N, 12.1356°E

The drive from Venice Marco Polo to Cortina d'Ampezzo takes about 2 hours and 10 minutes.

Frequently Asked Questions

When does Cortina d'Ampezzo open for the season?

Cortina d'Ampezzo typically opens in Late November and closes in Mid April. Exact dates vary year to year, so check the resort's official site before booking travel.

How much is a day lift pass at Cortina d'Ampezzo?

A day lift pass at Cortina d'Ampezzo starts at $72 per day. Prices vary by date and ticket type, so check the resort's official site for current rates.

Is Cortina d'Ampezzo good for beginners?

Yes, 32% of Cortina d'Ampezzo's trails are rated green (beginner terrain).

How much snow does Cortina d'Ampezzo get per year?

Cortina d'Ampezzo receives an average of 200 inches of snowfall per year. Snowmaking covers 95% of the terrain, supplementing natural snowfall.

What is the best month to ski at Cortina d'Ampezzo?

January is the highest-scoring month to ski at Cortina d'Ampezzo in this guide's month-by-month ranking of snowfall, crowd levels, and lift pass pricing. It averages 55cm of snowfall and moderate crowd levels.

Overview

Terrain & Trails

120

Total Trails

Lifts

1,400

Skiable Acres

6,643ft

Vertical Drop

Trail Difficulty Breakdown

32%

Beginner: 38 trails

40%

Intermediate: 48 trails

22%

Advanced: 26 trails

Expert: 7 trails

32%Beginner (38)

40%Intermediate (48)

22%Advanced (26)

6%Expert (7)

Cortina d'Ampezzo has 120 trails: 32% green, 40% blue, 22% black, and 6% double-black. With 32% of terrain rated green, beginner-rated trails make up a large share of Cortina d'Ampezzo.

Frequently Asked Questions

When does Cortina d'Ampezzo open for the season?

Cortina d'Ampezzo typically opens in Late November and closes in Mid April. Exact dates vary year to year, so check the resort's official site before booking travel.

How much is a day lift pass at Cortina d'Ampezzo?

A day lift pass at Cortina d'Ampezzo starts at $72 per day. Prices vary by date and ticket type, so check the resort's official site for current rates.

Is Cortina d'Ampezzo good for beginners?

Yes, 32% of Cortina d'Ampezzo's trails are rated green (beginner terrain).

How much snow does Cortina d'Ampezzo get per year?

Cortina d'Ampezzo receives an average of 200 inches of snowfall per year. Snowmaking covers 95% of the terrain, supplementing natural snowfall.

What is the best month to ski at Cortina d'Ampezzo?