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Things to see in Cortina d'Ampezzo (Italy): 107 places and when to go
Cortina d'Ampezzo is a town in Italy, and this site lists 107 places in and around it, mainly Mountains (73), Hiking (51), Nature (42). The best known are Tofane, Cinque Torri and Monte Pelmo. The best time to come is September; also possible: October to August. In June there are 15 h 36 of daylight, and in December, 8 h 24. Here is what there is, when to go, how to get there and what else is nearby.
In a nutshell
- Where
- Italy · 46.5303, 12.1057
- Places
- 107 places on this site, in the town and around it.
- What people come for
- Mountains (73) · Hiking (51) · Nature (42) · Snow (7) · Museums and art (3) · History (3)
- Best time
- September.
- Also possible
- October to August.
- Nearest airport
- VCE Venezia (VE), 116 km as the crow flies
- Highest point
- Tofana di Mezzo, at 3,244 m.
What to see in Cortina d'Ampezzo
The places in and around Cortina d'Ampezzo, best known first, each with its own page: what it is, when to go and what is next to it. Distances are from the centre, as the crow flies.
- TofaneMountain range in the Dolomites4.4 km
- Cinque TorriMountain in the Dolomites4.8 km
- Monte PelmoMountain in Italy12 km
- Dolomiti SuperskiSki area in Italy13 km
- Monte CristalloPeak in the Cristallo-Group, Italy8.8 km
- Col di LanaNature · Mountains12 km
- LagazuoiMountain in the Dolomites7.8 km
- Basilica Minore dei Santi Filippo e GiacomoChurch building in Cortina d'Ampezzo, Italy2.5 km
- PomagagnonMountain in Italy5.5 km
- AverauMountain in the Dolomites6.2 km
- Fanes-Sennes-Prags Nature ParkProtected area in the Dolomites12 km
- Sas dles NüPeak in the Fanes group, Dolomites, Italy15 km
- Sass de StriaMountain in the Dolomites8.3 km
- Piz PopenaMountain in Italy9.3 km
- Piz dles CunturinesNature · Mountains11 km
- Tofana di RozesMountain in Italy4.3 km
- Alta Via 1High altitude footpath, Dolomites12 km
- Becco di MezzodìMountain in Italy7.1 km
- Forte Tre SassiHistoric Austro-Hungarian fortress8.8 km
- La VarellaMountain in Italy12 km
- Tofana di MezzoMountain in Italy3.8 km
- Ampezzo Dolomites Natural ParkProtected area in Italy (EUAP0242)7.5 km
- Piz de Sant’AntoneNature · Mountains14 km
- Cappella della Beata Vergine di LourdesChurch building in Cortina d'Ampezzo, Italy3.3 km
And the other 83, by what you come to do:
- History: Castello di Botestagno, Andraz Castle, Sacrario militare di Pocol
- Nature: Monte Casale, Monte Cavallo, Punta Sorapis, Ra Gusela, Setsas, Cristallino d’Ampezzo, Monte Castello (Fanesgruppe), Col dei Bos, Dito di Dio, La Cesta, Monte Crot, Cima Scotoni, Punta Nera, Torre Fanis, Croda Ciamin, Cima Bel Pra, Cima Formenton, Monte Coldai, Croda Vallon Bianco, Monte Pelmetto, Monte Pore, Nemesis
- Museums and art: Mario Rimoldi Modern Art Museum
- Mountains: Rifugio Città di Fiume, Rifugio Fanes, Rifugio Vandelli, Rifugio Camillo Giussani, Lavarellahütte, Rifugio Sonino al Coldai, Rifugio Venezia, Rifugio Angelo Dibona, Rifugio Averau, Rifugio Cinque Torri, Rifugio Croda da Lago, Rifugio Lagazuoi, Rifugio Nuvolau, Rifugio San Marco, Senneshütte, bivacco Comici, Rifugio Aquileia, Rifugio Duca d'Aosta, Rifugio Palafavera, Rifugio Pomedes, Rifugio Scoiattoli, Rifugio Son Forca, Rifugio Fodara Vedla, Scotonihütte, Bivacco Slataper, Malga Giau, Rifugio Albergo Ospitale, Rifugio Faloria, Rifugio Fedare, Rifugio Lago d'Ajal, Rifugio Malga Ra Stua, Rifugio Passo Staulanza, Rifugio "Passo Valparola", Ristoro Belvedere - Cima Fertazza
- Hiking: Alta via n. 3 delle Dolomiti - Dolomiten-Höhenweg Nr. 3, Alta via n. 5 delle Dolomiti - VI Tappa, Alta via n. 9 delle Dolomiti - Dolomiten-Höhenweg Nr. 9, Cammino delle Dolomiti - Tappa 11, Cammino delle Dolomiti - Tappa 12, Cammino delle Dolomiti - Tappa 13, Cammino delle Dolomiti - Tappa 14, Cammino delle Dolomiti - Tappa 15, Dolomites World Heritage Geotrail 13, Dolomites World Heritage Geotrail 43, Dolomites World Heritage Geotrail 44, Dolomites World Heritage Geotrail 45, Dolomites World Heritage Geotrail 46, Dolomites World Heritage Geotrail 47, Via Alpina Yellow, Via Alpina Yellow
- Snow: Cortina d'Ampezzo, Cortina Tofane, Cristallo - Faloria, Lagazuoi - 5 Torri, San Vito di Cadore, Ski Civetta
- Stargazing: Osservatorio Astronomico del Col Drusciè
When to go to Cortina d'Ampezzo
The best time to visit Cortina d'Ampezzo is September; also possible: October to August. This comes from its own places: a month counts as the town's best time when it is the best time for half of what there is to see.
- JanPossible8:46
- FebPossible10:05
- MarPossible11:36
- AprPossible13:21
- MayPossible14:48
- JunPossible15:36
- JulPossible15:17
- AugPossible14:00
- SepBest time12:19
- OctPossible10:38
- NovPossible9:08
- DecPossible8:24
Best timePossibleBetter notHours of daylight
In June there are 15 h 36 of daylight, and in December, 8 h 24. In September, 99 of the 107 places are at their best.
When to go to Italy in general, with its festivals and peak seasons, is in its country guide.
Getting to Cortina d'Ampezzo
The nearest main airport is Venice Marco Polo Airport (VCE, Venezia (VE)), 116 km as the crow flies. How to get around Italy (train, car, bus) is in its country guide, and what to sort out before you leave is in its checklist.
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And all of Italy, in its country guide.
Frequently asked questions
What is there to see in Cortina d'Ampezzo?
The best known: Tofane, Cinque Torri, Monte Pelmo, Dolomiti Superski, Monte Cristallo. In all, 107 places in the town and around it, all on your trip map from day one.
When is the best time to visit Cortina d'Ampezzo?
September; also possible: October to August. In June there are 15 h 36 of daylight, and in December, 8 h 24.
How do you get to Cortina d'Ampezzo?
The nearest main airport is Venice Marco Polo Airport (VCE), 116 km away. From there, directions opens the route on the map.
How do I add it to my trip?
Create a trip with Cortina d'Ampezzo as the destination and these 107 places are on your map, each with its category. The ones you like go into a day's plan with one tap, and Kokai reminds you when you pass nearby.
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