What to do with children in Cortina D’Ampezzo?

Cortina D’Ampezzo, in the Province of Belluno, in the Veneto region, a famous tourist center in Italy, known for being one of the most famous ski resorts in the country, offers us stunning landscapes with its forests, mountains and lakes that form a stunning scenery of so much beauty. You might think that it is not a place to take the kids, but today we are going to find out: What to do with children in Cortina D’Ampezzo? Stay with us and make the most of the country of the boot! Here at Italy’s Dream Tourism you can make the trip of your dreams come true!!! Also check out our Accommodation in Italy Section – Tips for your Vacation!

Our Introduction

As it is one of the most famous places in Italy when it comes to winter, snow and cold, we often think that Cortina D’Ampezzo is a place that only allows us to ski, play in the snow and that there are not many attractions beyond that to have fun with the little ones, but no!

Since almost all children usually have energy to spare, how about organizing an outing with the little ones that involves hiking amidst beautiful landscapes, or even skating on a really cool rink and learning about the First World War? All of this is prepared and designed so that children and adults can have fun and live wonderful moments together

Cortina D’Ampezzo has structures designed precisely for those who want to do something more profound and complete in the middle of nature, taking the children and thus creating memories that time will certainly not erase! Read also: Where to stay in the cities of the Dolomites?

Attention!!

• Be aware of the opening hours of parks, museums and other attractions! Before your visit, check the official opening and closing times on the website, as some places change their opening hours according to the seasons (especially those with outdoor attractions)!

1) What to do with children in Cortina D’Ampezzo? EXCURSIONS AND TOURS DIRECTLY FROM CORTINA!

Don’t want to risk a long walk or worry about taking a car to go further? Well, you can reach beautiful places and go on excursions from Cortina D’Ampezzo itself on foot. These are walks that won’t require much physical effort or time, but will provide you with beautiful landscapes and adventure for the kids! Read also: What to see in Cortina d’Ampezzo?

Lago di Pianozes

Through the center of Cortina towards Campo di Sopra and then Campo di Sotto, there you will find a very beautiful lake with crystal clear water, not very large but surrounded by pine trees that together form a beautiful landscape. There, you will find the Chalet Lago di Pianozes, which is an excellent resting place to recharge your batteries while the children have fun. The walk from Cortina to the lake is approximately 50 minutes and is considered an easy route.

Lake Ghedina

How about seeing an incredible panoramic view from an altitude of 1,457m? In this case, you will need to take the Freccia nel Cielo cable car that leaves directly from the center of Cortina and you will soon be at Col Drusciè, which offers a panoramic view of the entire Valle del Boite, which is made up of five small villages: San Vito, Borca, Vodo, Valle and Cibiana di Cadore.

From here, you and the children can continue the walk through a forest that looks like a fairy tale and that will take you to Lake Ghedina, which, like Lake di Pianozes, is surrounded by pine trees. If you want to end the tour here, that’s fine! But you can also take a walk of about 50 minutes to Rifugio Tondi and be even more amazed by the landscape surrounded by mountains at an altitude of about 2,327m. You won’t regret it!

Rifugio Tondi and Rifugio Faloria

Another very interesting and beautiful hike! First, you will take the cable car that will take you directly to Rifugio Faloria, which will allow you to enjoy a spectacular panoramic view of the Valle del Boite. If you and your children want to stay there, that is fine, but you will not have made any effort and you will not have spent a single ounce of energy.

Since the idea is to have fun and get your children moving and discovering new places, I recommend following the path indicated on site to Rifugio Tondi, as it is a place where you will feel like you are on another planet, a beautiful place that you will be able to enjoy with a walk of approximately 1 hour. Read also: What to do in three days in Cortina D’Ampezzo?

2) What to do with children in Cortina D’Ampezzo? DISCOVER THE OSSERVATORIO ASTRONOMICO DEL COL DRUSCIÈ!

Speaking of other planets, how about appreciating the beauty of the sky in Cortina d’Ampezzo? The observatory has a program that will allow you and your children to enjoy and learn a lot about the Sun, the Moon, the Stars and the planets. With high-performance and precision telescopes, you will have a lot of fun observing distant galaxies and several other celestial bodies. And every year thousands of people visit the place and are even more enchanted by the place. Read also: What to  do in Italy during the Winter?

Useful Information

I will leave some information for visiting the park, but always keep an eye on the Official Website.

Opening Hours

The park’s opening hours and days are not fixed and may change depending on the time of year without prior notice. Therefore, we recommend that you check the official website before visiting to check the opening days and times.

Ticket Prices

• Full price: 10.00 euros;
• Reduced price: 5.00 euros (6 to 18 years old);
• Free (children under 6 years old).

Address

• Località Pecol 95, 32043 Cortina d’Ampezzo (BL).

3) What to do with kids in Cortina D’Ampezzo? HAVE FUN AT THE STADIO OLIMPICO DI GHIACCIO!

Let’s get the kids skating and have a great time in this charming and fun place! Located just a few minutes from the center of Cortina D’Ampezzo, the Stadio Olimpico di Ghiaccio (literally the Olympic Ice Stadium) has a very large (30x60m) air-conditioned skating rink, the facilities include skating instructors, a bar, a beautiful playground and a skateboarder’s track so that the kids can have even more fun. Read also: Where to ski in Italy?

Fun fact!

The Stadio Olimpico Di Ghiaccio was the venue chosen to hold the Opening Ceremony of the 1956 Winter Games. During the event, it hosted hockey and skating competitions. This demonstrates the full potential of the venue’s structure and organization.

Useful Information

I will leave you with some information about visiting the park, but always keep an eye on the Official Website.

Opening Hours

The park’s opening hours and days are not fixed and may change depending on the time of year without prior notice. Therefore, we recommend that you check the official website before visiting to check the opening days and times.

Ticket Prices

• Skating with skate rental: 10.00 euros;
• Skating with your own skates: 6.00 euros.

Address

• Via A. Bonacossa, 1 – Cortina d’Ampezzo (BL).

4) What to do with kids in Cortina D’Ampezzo? PLAY AT THE HELVETIA MINIGOLF COURSE!

Golf is a sport that attracts attention, as it is not always possible to have a place of its own to try out our skills in this game. But in Cortina D’Ampezzo you can play and have fun with the kids on this mini course with 18 holes, and where you can rent all the equipment necessary for the practice. Read also: Where to go sled dogging in Italy?

Useful Information

Opening Hours

The park’s opening hours and days are not fixed and may change according to the time of year without prior notice, so we recommend that, before visiting, you inquire directly at the location or by calling +39 0436 5869 to check opening days and times.

Ticket Prices

Prices should also be checked directly at the location.

Address

• Via del Castello, 53 – 32043 Cortina d’Ampezzo (BL).

5) What to do with children in Cortina D’Ampezzo? VISIT THE GREAT WAR MUSEUM!

For older children, this is a very interesting tour that will teach them a lot about the not-so-distant past, but which left a profound mark on the world: the First World War. The museum is located in 5 Torri, one of the symbols of the region, and is about 15 km from Cortina D’Ampezzo.

To get to the museum, you will need to take the cable car to 5 Torri, which leaves from Bai de Dones, or if you prefer, you can take a walk and enjoy the incredible scenery. In this case, the starting point is Baita Bai de Dones, a very pleasant restaurant and bar at the foot of the mountain. In about 1h30, you will arrive at the museum.

This is an open-air museum, and children will be able to see artifacts, materials, shelters and even walk through the trenches made by soldiers who passed through there between 1915 and 1917. The entire route has explanatory posters about the period and the sadly significant impact on the life of that place and that mountain. It will certainly be an incredible history lesson that will enrich everyone’s knowledge, not just the children’s! Read also: Tourism in Italy with children!

Useful Information

Opening Hours

Under normal conditions, the best months to visit the place are between May and October. The museum’s opening hours and days are not fixed and may change according to the time of year and weather conditions, without prior notice, so we recommend that you check the Official Website before visiting.

Ticket Prices

Prices should also be checked directly at the site.

Address

• Via del Mercato, 14 I-32043 Cortina d’Ampezzo – BL (Office);
• Teleférico 5 Torri Telephone +39 0436 4010;
• Office Telephone +39 0436 871178.

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Conclusion

What to do with children in Cortina D’Ampezzo? There’s more to this place than just skiing and playing in the snow. Hiking in places with spectacular views, having fun on the skating rink and learning all come together to make a trip with the kids to Cortina D’Ampezzo truly unforgettable and memorable! So, include this place in your travel itinerary for Italy with kids, because you’re sure that no one will regret it!

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