Ski holidays in Cortina d'Ampezzo

Skiing In Cortina

Beginners skiing in Cortina ****

Cortina has one of the best beginners ski areas on offer in the Dolomites. The Socrepes area has more than 50% of the runs being classed as easy as well as some slightly harder runs which are great for beginner skiers to progress onto.

Intermediate skiing in Cortina ****

The runs towards the top of Tofana and Pomedes are ideal for intermediate skiers. The scenery is fantastic are there is a nice variety of blue and red runs. The vertical drop from the top of Tofana down to Pocol is roughly 1500m. The slopes right at the top are a bit more open to the elements but generally have the best snow conditions whilst there are plenty of tree lines pistes lower down.

Advanced skiing in Cortina***

Advanced skiers will enjoy the black runs on offer in the Lagazuoi 5 Torri area as well as the Faloria area and the red run (known as the Hidden Valley) which runs down from the Passo Falzarego cable car is also a must ski for any advanced skier on holiday in Cortina. Advanced skiers will definitely want to purchase a full area lift pass thus allowing them to ski the famous Sella Ronda ski circuit as well.

Snowboard holidays in Cortina***

There is plenty of fun to be found for snowboarders on holiday in Cortina. The tree-lined cruisey runs from Pomedes down to Pocol are great for those looking for a few spots to practice jibs or just gently cruise around and soak up the beautiful scenery. For those looking for something a bit more adrenaline-fuelled, you will want to head over to the Faloria area where they build the snow park. The Snow park is serviced by a 4 seater chair lift and is divided into two lines, one easy line and one medium line. It is not the biggest park in the world but will keep must intermediate to upper-intermediate snowboarders happy during the course of weeks snowboarding holiday on Cortina.

Off-piste skiing in Cortina ***

Some of the best off-piste skiing in Cortina is to be found in the Lagazuoi 5 Torri area. There are some great descents (snow conditions permitting) and the locals have names for them all. Bus di Tofana (Tofana’s Hole) is a great choice on the Tofana side and offers 1900m of vertical drop, while Canali Lagazuoi (Lagazuoi Couloirs) and 5 Torri Boa (5 Towers) are ones to look out for in the Lagazuoi 5 Torri area. You have to be careful not to get stopped by ski patrols when skiing of piste in Italy so it is highly recommended to hire a guide if you want to stay safe and stay on the right side of the law.