Snow that changes the pace
Over the past days, heavy snowfall has returned to the Dolomites and the Cadore area. It is the kind of snow that slows things down, calls for care on the roads, and brings ice and more challenging conditions for those moving through the mountains. At the same time, it restores the landscape to its most authentic form, made of silence, clear light, and a naturally slower rhythm.
A winter preparing for something bigger
This winter setting accompanies the weeks leading up to the Milano-Cortina 2026 Winter Olympics. You can sense that the moment is approaching, not through dates or announcements, but in the atmosphere itself. Winter has truly arrived, and these mountains are once again at the centre of attention.
Skiing, cross-country, and small everyday openings
Alongside the easily accessible ski areas of Auronzo, Misurina, and the Forni, the recent snowfall has also allowed the reopening of the cross-country ski track in Lorenzago. In the Pineta, metre by metre, a loop of approximately 2 kilometres has been made usable. A simple, intimate route, suited both to experienced cross-country skiers and to those wishing to try it for the first time, surrounded by a natural and authentic setting.
The passing of the Olympic torch
Within this atmosphere came the passage of the Olympic torch. A symbolic yet deeply felt moment, as the flame crossed the Belluno area and the Dolomite valleys, passing through places such as Longarone before continuing towards Cortina. A journey that speaks of memory, community, and the enduring bond between these mountains and the history of winter sports.
Between challenge and anticipation
Despite snow and difficult road conditions, the relay continued its journey. Villages, residents, torchbearers, and volunteers gathered along the route in a spirit defined more by participation than spectacle. This is how the Olympics are awaited here: quietly, with a strong sense of belonging.
