Cortina, Italy

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Cortina is a world famous winter resort that rivals any other in the Alps. Magnificently located in a sunny amphitheater of mountains, it is ringed by spectacular peaks which rise nearly 2,000 meters above the village. The eastern slopes of the Pomagagon and Punta Fiames mountains are spectacular at sunset; Cristallo sparkles in the afternoon sun; Tofana glems golden in the early morning sunrise. Cortina was the scene of the 1956 winter Olympic Games and has 45 lifts spread over varied slopes surrounding this beautiful valley. While these lifts service a network of over 65 miles (110 km.) of ski runs and cross-country trails, many lifts also operate in summer, bringing hikers to the beginning of fascinating day walks. The mountain in winter offer everybody a chance to have fun: Lifts and ski slopes for skilled skiers and beginners, Alpine skiing, Nordic skiing, winter mountaineering, snow - shoe tracking, motor - sled tours, sled - dog races, horse drawn sleighs, toboggan, taxi bob-sled.

It is difficult to believe that Cortina is only a two-hour drive from the wonders of Venice, and anyone can also experience a one- or two-day walking itinerary in this magical city.Twisting, scenic mountain roads also take travelers from Cortina through the Dolomites, off the beaten track south to Alleghe's beautiful lake, and for a visit to the Agordino. A drive west through Passo Pordoi brings walkers to the Val di Fassa and Vigo di Fassa, in another valley. Cortin a is only 40 minutes from the Austrian border, close enough to Lienz, Austria, for an interesting one-day excursion

Life in town centers around the Corso, a pedestrian area lined with shops where the late afternoon passeggiata proceeds without fail. Browse the latest winter fashions or purchase a gift from one of the many craft and antique shops. At the heart of the Corso is a central piaua, a church with a towering campanile, and the interesting Regole Museum. Optional excursions are available to Venice, Innsbruck, Salzburg, Plan de Coranes/Brunico, and Pieve di Cadare.

Arrival City: Venice
Time to Destination: 2 1/2 hours
Base Elevation: 4,016 ft.
Peak Elevation: 9,039 ft.
Vertical Drop: 5,023 ft.
Average Snowfall: 117"
Snowmaking: Yes

Snowboarding is Allowed

Cristallo Hotel & Spa	Grand Hotel Tre Croci	Hotel Menardi
The Centennial Historical Building of the Cristallo Palace has been entirely restored and it is now the most complete center for wellness/beauty and relaxation. Its original grandeur and hospitality tradition have been revived- becoming once again the first choice for the most experienced international and Italian guests. Set atop a quiet/panoramic and sunny hill- the Cristallo reconditioning and beauty hotel and spa offers an unrivaled view of the spectacular valley of Cortina d-Ampezzo/the most exclusive yet naturally preserved town/nestled in the natural park of the Ampezzo Dolomites.	Grand Hotel Tre Croci is One of the Biggest and Modern First  Category Hotels in Cortina. We Are Located in the Height of 1805m. For Those Who Love Winter Sports  We Are in the Vici Nity of a 52 Chair Lift With More Than 130km of Ski Slopes	A Typical Chalet Style which at the Turn of the Century, was an by then an ancient house, a Family Inn, with a Stable and a barn, It was a  Post-House on the route connecting the Habsburg Empire to the Kingdom of Italy. Today, this House is owned by the same Family, and they covet the same relaxed atmosphere. The grounds are rich and beautifully landscaped. Enjoy your surroundings,  continuity with the past in comfortable modern furnishings, and the  genuine and pure beauty of the Dolomites will surround you with the Ski Lift 0.5 Kms away.