Italy Alto Adige

Cortina d'Ampezzo is a town and commune in the southern (Dolomitic) Alps located in Veneto, a region in Northern Italy. Located in the heart of the Dolomites in an alpine valley, it is a popular winter sport resort known for its ski-ranges, scenery, accommodations, shops and apres-ski scene. It hosted the 1956 Winter Olympics as well as various world cup events and motion pictures. It is also known for its jet set and European aristocracy crowd.

Trento is an Italian city located in the Adige River valley in Trentino-Alto Adige/Sudtirol. In the 16th century the city was the location of the Council of Trent. The city contains a picturesque Medieval and Renaissance historic center, with ancient buildings such as Trento Cathedral and the Castello del Buonconsiglio. Although off the beaten path of mass tourism, Trento offers rather interesting monuments. Its architecture has a unique feel, with both Italian Renaissance and Germanic influences. The city center is small, and most Late-Medieval and Renaissance buildings have been restored to their original pastel colors and wooden balconies.

Bolzano is a city in northern Italy. Its medieval city center, Gothic and Romanesque churches and bilingual signage give it the flavor of a city at the crossroads of Italian and Austrian cultures. This and its natural and cultural attractions make it a popular tourist destination.

Bormio is a town and commune located in the Alps in northern Italy. It has a population of 4,200. In addition to modern skiing facilities, the town is noted for the presence of several hot springs that have been tapped to provide hot spring water to three thermal baths.

Brixen is a town in South Tyrol in northern Italy, located about 40 km north of Bolzano. First mentioned in 901, Brixen is the third largest city and oldest town in the province, and the artistic and cultural capital of the valley. It is located at the confluence of the Eisack and Rienz rivers. Brixen is especially known as a major skiing resort (the Plose). Other activities include hydroelectric power, orchards, and vineyards.

Bruneck is the largest town in the Puster Valley in the Italian province of South Tyrol. It lies at the confluence of the Ahr with the Rienz. Bruneck is characterized by the manufacturing and service industries. Important tourist centers are found all around Bruneck. Especially worthy of mention is the ski resort on Kronplatz mountain. All year round many famous markets and festivals take place here, for example, the popular Stegener Market at the end of October, the largest market in Tyrol.

Canazei is a commune in northern Italy. Canazei is the base station for many excursions and rock climbs to the Sella, Marmolada and Sassolungo Groups. Canazei is also a traditional ski resort on the Sella Ronda circuit with 42 kilometres (26 mi) of ski slopes.

Urtijei is a town of 4,637 inhabitants in South Tyrol in northern Italy. It's located at the Val Gardena within the Dolomites, a mountain chain that is part of the Alps. Currently, the town's economy is mostly based on winter skiing tourism, summer hiking tourism, and woodcarving.