Cortina d'Ampezzo is a ski resort located in Dolomites, Italy, sitting at an elevation range of 3,997ft (1218m) to 10,640ft (3243m). With a vertical drop of 6,643ft (2025m), the resort offers 120 trails served by 38 lifts across 1,400 skiable acres. The nearest airport is Venice Marco Polo (VCE), approximately 130 minutes by car. The resort receives an average of 200 inches of snowfall annually. Snowmaking covers 95% of the terrain, ensuring consistent conditions throughout the season.
Late November to Mid April
Groomed, consistent surface. Good skiing.
55cm
Snow Depth
(22")
-2°C
-9°C to -2°C
(16°F / 28°F)
200"
Annual Snowfall
(508cm)
95%
Snowmaking
coverage
200"
annual avg
120
Total Trails
38
Lifts
1,400
Skiable Acres
6,643ft
Vertical Drop
Cortina d'Ampezzo offers a balanced mix of terrain with 32% beginner, 40% intermediate, 22% advanced, and 6% expert-only runs. The generous proportion of green runs makes this a solid choice for beginners and families learning to ski.
38
Total Lifts
6,643ft
Vertical Drop
2,025m
(6,643ft)
10,640ft
Peak
3,997ft
Base
Day pass pricing across the season
$73
avg/day
January offers the best overall balance of snow quality, crowd levels, and pricing at Cortina d'Ampezzo. The snowpack is generally well-established with consistent groomed conditions. Moderate crowds mean reasonable lift lines, especially on weekdays.
February
60cm snow, high crowds, $82/day
April
$62/day, 15cm snow, low crowds
55cm
snowfall
-2°/-9°
high/low °C
crowds
$78
day pass
60cm
snowfall
0°/-7°
high/low °C
crowds
$82
day pass
40cm
snowfall
4°/-3°
high/low °C
crowds
$72
day pass
15cm
snowfall
9°/2°
high/low °C
crowds
$62
day pass
20cm
snowfall
2°/-4°
high/low °C
crowds
$65
day pass
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 weather forecasts, crowd analysis, and packing tips for Cortina d'Ampezzo.
Adult Day Pass
$72
per day
Season Pass
$940
full season
Multi-Resort Pass Inclusion:
Day pass pricing at Cortina d'Ampezzo varies by date. Peak periods (holidays and weekends) may cost 10-15% more. Purchasing lift tickets online in advance typically saves $10-20 per ticket. Cortina d'Ampezzo is included on the Dolomiti Superski pass, which can offer significant savings for skiers visiting multiple resorts per season.
Venice Marco Polo (VCE)
Approx. 130 min drive
Dolomites, Italy 🇮🇹
46.5369°N, 12.1356°E
The drive from Venice Marco Polo to Cortina d'Ampezzo takes approximately 2 hours and 10 minutes. Consider booking a shuttle transfer or renting a car with winter tires and chains.
Cortina d'Ampezzo offers a range of accommodation options for every budget. On-mountain lodging provides ski-in/ski-out convenience but typically costs 30-50% more than staying in the nearest town. Budget travelers can find hostel-style accommodations starting around $40 per night, while mid-range hotels and condos average $100-180 per night. Luxury ski-in/ski-out properties can exceed $250 per night during peak periods.
Booking 2-3 months in advance secures better rates, especially for holiday periods. Many resorts offer lift-and-lodging packages that bundle accommodation with multi-day tickets at a discount.