Elevation

[?] Elevation of a city refers to the height above sea level at which the city is located, measured in meters.
1211

Population

[?] This is a town's official population, measured each year by the national statistics authority.
5500

Real Population (5km)

[?] Our "Real Population" metric reflects more accurately a town's real size by including inhabitants in the immediate vicinity of the town's official borders.
11200

Air Quality Rating

[?] Based on PM10, PM2.5, NO2, SO2, and ozone levels. Higher scores indicate cleaner air.
90

Region

Veneto

Walkability

Very Walkable

Housing availability

[?] Based on total number of properties (sale and rent) classifies housing availability into five categories: low, relativel ylow, medium, relatively high and high.
Relatively Low

Avg Download Speed (Mbps) / Avg Upload Speed (Mbps)

67
/ 32

Climate Description

Moderate climate, regular rainfall and sunshine, cold snaps possible, generally mild with seasonal snow.

Cortina d’Ampezzo

Veneto

Quality of Life Score

[?]Factors in air quality, amenities, walkability, population, and environmental risks. Higher scores suggest better living conditions.

81

Quality of Infrastructure

[?]Measures internet speed, healthcare access, airports, rail, and walkability. Higher scores mean better connectivity and essential services.

53

Quality of Economy

[?]Based on income, property prices, job availability, and population density. Higher scores indicate stronger economic conditions.

71

Summary

✅ Pros

– High-quality healthcare services available for residents.
– Stunning alpine scenery and outdoor recreational opportunities.
– Rich cultural and historical heritage to explore.
– Excellent air quality enhances overall well-being.
– Low unemployment rate indicates a stable economy.
– Vibrant tourism scene fosters community and integration opportunities.
– Comprehensive transportation options facilitate easy access to nearby cities.
– A peaceful, picturesque environment promotes a relaxed lifestyle.
– Engaging local events and festivals year-round.
– Strong internet connectivity supports remote work and communication.

❌ Cons

– Limited shopping and entertainment options for diverse tastes.
– High cost of living may strain retirement budgets.
– Heavy tourist influx can disrupt local tranquility.
– Harsh winter weather may deter outdoor enthusiasts.
– Infrastructure improvements needed for optimal connectivity.
– Limited educational facilities for families with children.
– Seasonal business focus can lead to off-peak isolation.
– Language barrier may hinder community integration efforts.
– Remote location may complicate urgent travel needs.
– Limited gourmet dining options for culinary adventurers.

Cortina d'Ampezzo Demographics

Population

[?] This is a town's official population, measured each year by the national statistics authority.

5500

Real Population (5km band)

[?] Our "Real Population" metric reflects more accurately a town's real size by including inhabitants in the immediate vicinity of the town's official borders.

11200

Births Per 100 Deaths

40.0

Population Data Source

ISTAT,2023

Estimated Unemployment Rate

Touristy Index

[?] Calculation of tourist density index for the city, comparing its total tourist number to the overall average tourist number of the region relative to its own population.The index indicates how a location’s tourist density compares to the average, with values above 100 representing higher-than-average density and values below 100 representing lower-than-average density.

Tourism Hotspot (57.8 tourists per resident)

Income per capita (2023)

[?] This is an estimation of average income per resident for this town, based on 2023 data from the Italian Ministry of Finance.

26000

Income rank in Italy (2023)

[?] This is a ranking of the town's average income per resident, against the full list of townships in Italy.

204 out of 7901

Infrastructure and Connectivity

Closest Airport

Name

Connectivity Score

[?] Measures travel time and service quality of nearby airport stations. Higher scores mean better transport access.

Driving Time

2nd Closest Airport

Name

Connectivity Score

[?] Measures travel time and service quality of nearby airport stations. Higher scores mean better transport access.

Driving Time

3rd Closest Airport

Name

Connectivity Score

[?] Measures travel time and service quality of nearby airport stations. Higher scores mean better transport access.

Driving Time

Closest Rail

Name

Stazione di Dobbiaco

Connectivity Score

[?] Measures travel time and service quality of nearby rail stations. Higher scores mean better transport access.

7

Driving Time

35min(s)

Train service at Stazione di Dobbiaco offers a robust connection for passengers with the following structured details:

– **Rail Lines:** Operated primarily by Trenitalia and Italo.
– **Key Destinations:** Direct trains connect to several prominent locations including Innsbruck Hbf, Munich Hbf, Verona Porta Nuova, Venice, Milan, and Calalzo-Pieve di Cadore-Cortina.
– **Train Operators:** The main operators are Trenitalia and Italo.
– **Frequency of Departures:** High frequency with up to 19 trains per day to Munich and 18 to Innsbruck, while destinations like Verona and Venice have about 15-16 services daily.
– **Types of Trains:** The station accommodates a mix of regional and high-speed trains, ensuring varied travel options for passengers.

Overall, Stazione di Dobbiaco serves as an essential hub in South Tyrol, providing comprehensive train services across key central European cities.

2nd Closest Rail

Name

Stazione di Villabassa-Braies-Val di Braies

Connectivity Score

[?] Measures travel time and service quality of nearby rail stations. Higher scores mean better transport access.

7

Driving Time

41min(s)

Train service at Stazione di Villabassa-Braies-Val di Braies offers a variety of options for travelers. The main rail lines stopping here are operated by Trenitalia and Italo. Key destinations connected by direct trains include Trento, Verona Porta Nuova, Belluno, Venezia Santa Lucia, and Bergamo. The frequency of departures is significant, with around 16 to 17 trains running daily to major destinations, making trains available approximately every hour throughout the day. The services primarily consist of regional trains, with no high-speed trains currently servicing this station, providing a mix of transit options for commuters and tourists.

3rd Closest Rail

Name

Stazione di San Candido

Connectivity Score

[?] Measures travel time and service quality of nearby rail stations. Higher scores mean better transport access.

7

Driving Time

42min(s)

Train service at Stazione di San Candido includes connections via the Puster Valley Railway and the Drava Valley Railway. The key destinations connected by direct trains from this station include Fortezza and Innsbruck, among others. Train services at this station are operated primarily by Trenitalia and SAD. The frequency of departures varies, with some trains running hourly or every thirty minutes, while others may have fewer services per day, especially during off-peak times. The station serves regional trains only, as it does not host any high-speed train services, providing a more localised travel option for passengers.

Infrastructure & Amenities

Within 10km

Auto Repair Shops

46

Bars

36

Cafes

36

Cinemas

1

Dentists

1

Golf Courses

0

Gyms

2

Health Clinics

6

Hiking Trails

16

Historical Sites

42

Libraries

0

Museums

7

Parks

2

Pharmacies

3

Restaurants

37

Shopping Centres

18

Supermarkets

6

Spas

2

Beach

Name

Driving Distance

Water Quality Rating

Mountain Resort

Name

Cortina d'Ampezzo

Driving Distance

5.0mins

Healthcare

Healthcare Score

[?] Evaluates hospital/clinic access, drive time to care, and regional quality rankings. Higher scores mean better healthcare.

69.0

Nearest Hospital Name

Ist. Codivilla-Putti-P. Soccor

Drive Time to Nearest Hospital

5 minutes

Hospitals and Clinics Within 10km

1

Local Public Healthcare Provider

AZIENDA ULSS N. 1 DOLOMITI

Healthcare Quality Description

In this area of Veneto, healthcare services are renowned for their overall high quality. The local health authority excels broadly in national assessments, providing reliable and efficient hospital care. Notably, acute treatments, such as heart attack interventions and bone fracture management, are executed promptly and competently. Postoperative care sees patients discharged quickly, underpinning efficient recovery processes. However, areas like less invasive breast cancer surgery require attention, showing scope for improvement. Nonetheless, the robust handling of emergent situations evidences a well-regarded system, appealing to those prioritising healthcare reliability.

Safety

Seismic Zone (risk of earthquakes)

[?] Official seismic zones classify areas based on earthquake risk.

Moderate to Low Earthquake Risk

Road Accidents Rate per 10k Inhabitants

[?] Calculation of road accidents per 10,000 people based on the number of deaths and injuries registered in roads for year 2022 for the city.

56

Percentage of Population at Landslide Risk

[?] Percentage of the population in high or moderate landslide risk zones. Higher values indicate greater environmental risk.

Percentage of Population at Flood Risk

[?] Percentage of the population in high or moderate flood risk zones. Higher values indicate greater environmental risk.

Car Insurance Price Index

[?] The car insurance price index is a measure of how a city's average car insurance premium compares to the national average, expressed as a percentage. A value of 100 indicates that the city's premium is equal to the national average. Values above 100 show higher premiums, while values below 100 show lower premiums.

87.402

Housing & Property Market

Housing availability

[?] Based on total number of properties (sale and rent) classifies housing availability into five categories: low, relativel ylow, medium, relatively high and high.

Relatively Low

Property Prices per m²

[?] Calculation of property sale prices per square meter for apartments, houses in the city. Median (50th Percentile): The midpoint price, where half the values are above and half below. First Quartile (25th Percentile): The price below which 25% of properties fall. Third Quartile (75th Percentile): The price below which 75% of properties fall.

First Quartile

12524

Median

14856

Third Quartile

17223

Connectivity & Digital Access

Walkability Description

Very Walkable

Avg Download Speed (Mbps)

67

Fast Download Speed (Mbps)

92

Slow Download Speed (Mbps)

26

Education

Avg Schools Ranking (All Criteria)

[?] This ranking shows in which decile the town's public schools fall while looking at all the indicators provided by the Italian Ministry of Education for the most recent available year. Note that figures are only provided by the ministry at the school catchment area level, and therefore several schools may be grouped together.

Bottom 30%

Avg Schools Ranking (Standardised Tests)

[?] This ranking shows in which decile the town's public schools fall while looking the students' results in national standardised tests. The data is provided by the Italian Ministry of Education for the most recent available year.

Top 50%

Counts of School

Climate & Weather

Precipitation

[?] Based on daily climate data for precipitation from OPEN-METEO this parameter indicates how a city's annual precipitation compares to others in terms of percentage, with values ranging from 0 (lowest) to 1 (highest). For example, a percentile rank of 0.75 means the city's total precipitation is higher than 75% of other cities.

Exceptional (Top 10%)

Sunshine

Very Low (Bottom 10%)

Snowfall

Exceptional (Top 10%)

Min Annual Temperature (°C)

[?] This parameter represents the monthly average of daily minimum temperatures for January, based on data from OPEN-METEO.

-7

Max Annual Temperature (°C)

[?] This parameter represents the monthly average of daily minimum temperatures for January, based on data from OPEN-METEO.

21.3

Climate Description

Cortina d'Ampezzo offers a distinct climate that caters well to those seeking both wintry charm and sun-filled days. Winters here are notably snowy, providing ideal conditions for winter sports enthusiasts. The town's summers, though warm, are seldom overly hot, making outdoor activities enjoyable. Between seasons, the weather transitions smoothly, with temperatures seldom reaching extremes. Ample sunshine throughout the year illuminates this mountainous landscape, ensuring that daylight rarely feels scarce. Rainfall is well-spread over the year, preserving the lushness of the local flora without overwhelming residents or visitors. For retirees and expats, Cortina d'Ampezzo presents a climate that supports a range of leisurely pursuits.

Annual Temperature Chart (Min)

Climate data provided by Open Meteo, based on 2010–2022 averages.

Annual Temperature Chart (Max)

Climate data provided by Open Meteo, based on 2010–2022 averages.

Sunny Days By Month

Climate data provided by Open Meteo, based on 2010–2022 averages.

Environmental & Air Quality

Classifications

PM10

[?] PM10 levels indicate Good air quality at 0–20 µg/m³, Fair at 20–40 µg/m³, Moderate at 40–50 µg/m³, Poor at 50–100 µg/m³, Very Poor at 100–150 µg/m³, and Extremely Poor at 150–1200 µg/m³.

Good

PM2.5

[?] PM2.5 is Good if PM2.5 levels are between 0–10 µg/m³, Fair between 10–20 µg/m³, Moderate between 20–25 µg/m³, Poor between 25–50 µg/m³, Very Poor between 50–75 µg/m³, and Extremely Poor between 75–800 µg/m³.

Good

NO2

[?] NO₂ levels are considered Good at 0–40 µg/m³, Fair at 40–90 µg/m³, Moderate at 90–120 µg/m³, Poor at 120–230 µg/m³, Very Poor at 230–340 µg/m³, and Extremely Poor at 340–1000 µg/m³.

Good

SO2

[?] SO₂ levels indicate Good air quality at 0–100 µg/m³, Fair at 100–200 µg/m³, Moderate at 200–350 µg/m³, Poor at 350–500 µg/m³, Very Poor at 500–750 µg/m³, and Extremely Poor at 750–1250 µg/m³.

Good

O₃

[?] For O₃, the air is Good at 0–50 µg/m³, Fair at 50–100 µg/m³, Moderate at 100–130 µg/m³, Poor at 130–240 µg/m³, Very Poor at 240–380 µg/m³, and Extremely Poor at 380–800 µg/m³.

Fair

Air Quality Rating

[?] Based on PM10, PM2.5, NO2, SO2, and ozone levels. Higher scores indicate cleaner air.

90

Air Quality Description

Cortina d’Ampezzo offers its residents commendably clean air, with low concentrations of particulate and gaseous pollutants. The town’s picturesque setting among the Dolomites contributes positively to its overall air purity. Measures such as fine particulates PM10 and PM2.5 — key indicators often used to gauge air pollution — are consistently marked good, reflecting particles at minimal levels. Similarly, nitrogen dioxide and sulphur dioxide, potentially harmful gases typically linked to industrial activity, are found here in scant amounts, both classified as good. Ozone levels are slightly elevated but still fall within a satisfactory range, earning a fair rating.

Cortina d’Ampezzo offers its residents commendably clean air, with low concentrations of particulate and gaseous pollutants. The town’s picturesque setting among the Dolomites contributes positively to its overall air purity. Measures such as fine particulates PM10 and PM2.5 — key indicators often used to gauge air pollution — are consistently marked good, reflecting particles at minimal levels. Similarly, nitrogen dioxide and sulphur dioxide, potentially harmful gases typically linked to industrial activity, are found here in scant amounts, both classified as good. Ozone levels are slightly elevated but still fall within a satisfactory range, earning a fair rating.

Town Descriptions

Getting There

Getting Around

Local Cuisine

Cortina d’Ampezzo, located in the Veneto region of Italy, boasts a diverse culinary scene that blends traditional dishes with modern interpretations. The region is known for its rich culinary traditions, highlighting dishes such as canederli (dumplings), casunziei (ravioli filled with red beet), strüdel, spätzle, and fartaies (fritters served with red currant jam). Eating establishments in Cortina vary widely, from gourmet lodges to casual pizzerias, offering both local and international cuisines. Traditional Italian dining remains prominent, often featuring seasonal ingredients like Ampezzo-style potatoes and speck, while also incorporating contemporary culinary trends. The town is home to several Michelin-starred restaurants, including SanBrite and El Brite di Larieto, recognized for their exceptional alpine and contemporary cuisine. These dining venues contribute significantly to the town’s reputation as a culinary destination, appealing to both locals and tourists alike.

Shopping Overview

Neighborhoods

Green Areas and Parks

✅ Pros

– High-quality healthcare services available for residents.
– Stunning alpine scenery and outdoor recreational opportunities.
– Rich cultural and historical heritage to explore.
– Excellent air quality enhances overall well-being.
– Low unemployment rate indicates a stable economy.
– Vibrant tourism scene fosters community and integration opportunities.
– Comprehensive transportation options facilitate easy access to nearby cities.
– A peaceful, picturesque environment promotes a relaxed lifestyle.
– Engaging local events and festivals year-round.
– Strong internet connectivity supports remote work and communication.

❌ Cons

– Limited shopping and entertainment options for diverse tastes.
– High cost of living may strain retirement budgets.
– Heavy tourist influx can disrupt local tranquility.
– Harsh winter weather may deter outdoor enthusiasts.
– Infrastructure improvements needed for optimal connectivity.
– Limited educational facilities for families with children.
– Seasonal business focus can lead to off-peak isolation.
– Language barrier may hinder community integration efforts.
– Remote location may complicate urgent travel needs.
– Limited gourmet dining options for culinary adventurers.

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