{"id":7492,"date":"2025-09-17T08:23:33","date_gmt":"2025-09-17T08:23:33","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/www.fantasticaitalia.com\/?p=7492"},"modified":"2025-09-17T08:25:26","modified_gmt":"2025-09-17T08:25:26","slug":"winter-olympics-2026-in-italy-cortina","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/www.fantasticaitalia.com\/en_US\/news\/winter-olympics-2026-in-italy-cortina\/","title":{"rendered":"Winter Olympics 2026 in Italy: curiosities and things to know"},"content":{"rendered":"

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Discover the Magic of Winter Olympics 2026 in Italy: the Guide by Fantastica Italia<\/em><\/p>\n

The world is turning its eyes to Cortina d\u2019Ampezzo and Milan, Italy<\/strong>, as the two cities get ready to host the 2026 Winter Games<\/strong>. From February 6 to 22, 2026, the Italian Alps will welcome athletes and fans from around the globe for the XXV Olympic Winter Games<\/strong>, followed by the Paralympic Winter Games<\/strong> from March 6 to 15, 2026.<\/p>\n

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Why Cortina 2026 is Unmissable<\/h3>\n

Known as the \u201cQueen of the Dolomites,\u201d Cortina offers a breathtaking alpine backdrop, historic Olympic tradition, and Italian elegance. Sharing the stage with Milan, visitors can expect a mix of world-class winter sports, vibrant city life, and unforgettable cultural experiences<\/strong>.<\/p>\n

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Fast Facts: Milan-Cortina 2026<\/h3>\n
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    Dates<\/strong>: Olympics (Feb 6\u201322, 2026), Paralympics (Mar 6\u201315, 2026)<\/p>\n<\/li>\n

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    Athletes<\/strong>: Over 3,500 competitors from 93 countries<\/strong><\/p>\n<\/li>\n

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    Medals<\/strong>: 195 medals across 16 Olympic and 6 Paralympic sports<\/p>\n<\/li>\n

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    Mascots<\/strong>: Tina<\/strong> (Cortina) and Milo<\/strong> (Milan) \u2013 charming ambassadors of the Games<\/p>\n<\/li>\n

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    Venues<\/strong>: 15 locations across northern Italy, including Milan, Cortina, Livigno, Anterselva, and Verona<\/p>\n<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n

    Sports on the Program<\/h3>\n

    Fans will be thrilled by 16 Olympic sports, including alpine skiing, figure skating, ice hockey, biathlon, curling, snowboarding, and ski jumping. Exciting new additions<\/strong> debut in 2026:<\/p>\n

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      Ski Mountaineering (SkiMo)<\/strong> \u2013 the only new sport, featuring uphill climbs and thrilling descents.<\/p>\n<\/li>\n

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      New Events<\/strong>: women\u2019s doubles luge, women\u2019s large hill ski jumping, mixed team skeleton, dual moguls, and mixed team alpine combined<\/p>\n<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n

      How to Get Tickets<\/h3>\n

      There are two main ways to experience the Games live:<\/p>\n

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        Individual tickets<\/strong> for specific competitions.<\/p>\n<\/li>\n

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        Hospitality packages<\/strong>, which include tickets plus premium services like VIP seating, catering, and exclusive experiences.<\/p>\n<\/li>\n<\/ol>\n

        \ud83d\udc49 For details on availability and official sales, check our dedicated page How to Attend the Games<\/em>.<\/p>\n

        Venues Across Northern Italy<\/h3>\n

        From Milan\u2019s San Siro Olympic Stadium<\/strong> to Cortina\u2019s Sliding Centre<\/strong> and the stunning slopes of Livigno<\/strong> and Stelvio<\/strong>, the venues themselves are part of the spectacle. Notable highlights include:<\/p>\n

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          Tofane Alpine Skiing Centre<\/strong> (Cortina) \u2013 home of iconic downhill races<\/p>\n<\/li>\n

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          Anterselva Biathlon Arena<\/strong> \u2013 a paradise for fans of endurance sports<\/p>\n<\/li>\n

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          Verona Olympic Arena<\/strong> \u2013 the grand stage for the Closing Ceremony<\/p>\n<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n\n\t\t