Milan Cortina 2026 will be the most spread‑out Winter Olympics ever, with events staged across three spectacular regions of northern Italy: Lombardy, Veneto and Trentino‑Alto Adige/South Tyrol. This makes the Games a perfect excuse to combine world‑class sport with a multi‑stop Italian winter trip.
Overview of Milan Cortina 2026 Venues
The 2026 Winter Olympics and Paralympics are organised into several “clusters” of venues, stretching from the urban energy of Milan to the Dolomite peaks of Cortina and the high‑altitude resorts of Valtellina and Livigno. In total, 16 Olympic sports and multiple Paralympic disciplines will be contested in arenas, ski areas and ice stadiums spread across the three host regions.
Main clusters
- Milan cluster in Lombardy: ice sports and urban experiences.
- Valtellina & Livigno in Lombardy: Alpine, freestyle and snowboard competitions.
- Cortina d’Ampezzo in Veneto: classic Dolomites setting for Alpine skiing, sliding sports and curling.
- Val di Fiemme & Anterselva in Trentino‑Alto Adige/South Tyrol: Nordic skiing and biathlon heartlands.
Lombardy: Milan, Valtellina and Livigno
Lombardy is the beating heart of Milan Cortina 2026, blending big‑city glamour with historic ski resorts in Valtellina and the “Little Tibet” of Livigno.
Milan: ceremonies and ice sports
Key venues in and around Milan include:
- Milano San Siro Olympic Stadium: set to host the Opening Ceremony in a football temple reimagined for the Winter Games.
- Milano Ice Park & Santagiulia Ice Hockey Arena: home to speed skating, short‑track and ice hockey.
- Figure skating and other ice events are scheduled at state‑of‑the‑art indoor arenas within the Milan cluster.
For travellers, Milan offers a full cultural programme during the Games, from special exhibitions and Olympic‑themed events to classic sightseeing at the Duomo, the Last Supper and designer shopping districts.
Valtellina: Bormio and the Stelvio
The Valtellina valley, already famous among skiers, becomes one of the stars of the Olympic Alpine programme.
- Bormio / Stelvio Ski Centre: this legendary World Cup downhill course will welcome men’s Alpine skiing events, offering steep, technical terrain and dramatic viewing spots.
- The wider Valtellina area plans a rich calendar of side events, exhibitions, tastings and evening entertainment during the Games.
Outside race times, visitors can ski the same slopes as the athletes, relax in historic thermal baths, or explore atmospheric mountain villages that line the valley.
Livigno: freestyle, snowboard and “Little Tibet”
High‑altitude Livigno, near the Swiss border, is another headline venue for Milan Cortina 2026.
- Livigno Aerials & Moguls Park: purpose‑designed terrain will host aerials and moguls competitions.
- Livigno Snow Park: all snowboard events plus freestyle ski disciplines such as halfpipe, slopestyle, big air and ski cross are scheduled here.
Livigno is known for duty‑free shopping, après‑ski and a long season thanks to its elevation, making it a natural base for spectators who want to combine Olympic action with extensive skiing.
Veneto: Cortina d’Ampezzo and Verona
Veneto brings both Dolomite drama and Renaissance romance to the 2026 programme, anchored by Cortina d’Ampezzo and the Roman arena of Verona.
Cortina d’Ampezzo: queen of the Games
A former Olympic host in 1956, Cortina is once again centre stage.
- Tofane Alpine Skiing Centre (Olimpia delle Tofane): venue for women’s Alpine skiing, on slopes well known from the World Cup circuit.
- Cortina Sliding Centre: bobsleigh, luge and skeleton, using a modern track carved into the forested slopes.
- Cortina Curling Olympic Stadium (Stadio Olimpico del Ghiaccio): curling and, in the Paralympics, wheelchair curling.
Cortina will also host Paralympic para‑alpine skiing and snowboard competitions on adapted versions of its iconic slopes.
Verona: a historic stage for ceremonies
Verona, better known for Romeo and Juliet than for winter sports, plays a symbolic role at Milan Cortina 2026.
- Verona Olympic Arena (the Roman Arena): selected for Olympic and Paralympic ceremonies, adding an unforgettable heritage backdrop to medal celebrations.
Ahead of the Games, Verona is rolling out free weekends of outdoor, wellness and sports experiences to build excitement and showcase the region.
Trentino‑Alto Adige / South Tyrol: Nordic and Biathlon Capitals
Trentino‑Alto Adige and neighbouring valleys host the endurance disciplines that define the spirit of Nordic winter sport.
Val di Fiemme: cross‑country and ski jumping
Val di Fiemme, long a fixture on the Nordic World Cup calendar, will once again welcome the world’s best.
- Tesero Cross‑Country Skiing Stadium: cross‑country skiing and Nordic combined events.
- Predazzo Ski Jumping Stadium: ski jumping and the jumping portion of Nordic combined.
During the Games, Val di Fiemme plans cultural events, shows and celebrations built around the passage of the Olympic Flame and competitions.
Anterselva / Antholz: biathlon in a snow kingdom
In South Tyrol, Anterselva (Antholz) provides one of the most scenic biathlon arenas in the world.
- Anterselva Biathlon Arena (Südtirol Arena): biathlon competitions framed by towering peaks and dense forests.
The surrounding Valle di Anterselva is known as a winter playground for cross‑country skiing, snowshoeing and family‑friendly snow activities, and some of its trails will be integrated into the Olympic experience.
Paralympic Venues and Legacy
Many Olympic sites will transition directly into Paralympic use, underlining the shared legacy strategy of Milan Cortina 2026.
Key Paralympic venues
- Verona Olympic Arena: Paralympic Opening Ceremony.
- Cortina Olympic Stadium: wheelchair curling and Paralympic Closing Ceremony.
- Olimpia delle Tofane & Cortina Para Snowboard Park: para‑alpine skiing and para‑snowboarding.
- Milano Santagiulia Ice Hockey Arena: para ice hockey.
- Tesero Cross‑Country Stadium: para cross‑country skiing and para biathlon.
The organisers emphasise reusing iconic venues, improving accessibility and enhancing transport links so that the infrastructure continues to benefit these regions long after the flame goes out.
