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| Cortina–Milano 2026 Winter Olympics | |
|---|---|
| Name | Cortina–Milano 2026 Winter Olympics |
| Host city | Cortina d'Ampezzo, Milan |
Cortina–Milano 2026 Winter Olympics. The Cortina–Milano 2026 Winter Olympic Games are the XXV Olympic Winter Games, awarded to a joint bid from Cortina d'Ampezzo and Milan after a bidding process judged by the International Olympic Committee and announced in 2019. The Games involve venues across the Dolomites, the Lombardy and Veneto regions of Italy and are organized by a local organising committee in coordination with national bodies, international federations, and regional authorities.
The bid originated from a coalition including the Italian National Olympic Committee, regional governments of Veneto and Lombardy, and municipal administrations of Cortina d'Ampezzo and Milan. The candidature competed against proposals evaluated by the IOC Session and the IOC Evaluation Commission before winning selection during the 134th IOC Session in Lausanne. Key stakeholders included the Italian National Alpine Ski Team, representatives from the Fédération Internationale de Ski, and the International Skating Union who assessed technical guarantees, financial commitments, and venue readiness. The successful bid built on Italy’s previous hosting of the 1956 Winter Olympics, the 2006 Winter Olympics, and Italy’s national legacy in winter sport institutions.
Venues span mountain resorts and urban arenas. Alpine events are scheduled in Cortina d'Ampezzo, with downhill, super-G, and combined races using established runs on the Tofane and training infrastructure tied to the FISI legacy. Milan hosts ice sports in indoor arenas including refurbished facilities associated with Mediolanum Forum and venues historically used by AC Milan and Inter Milan for sporting events. Additional sites include Bormio for men's alpine speed events, Val di Fassa and Cogne for Nordic events, and San Siro area adaptations for ceremonies. Coordination involves the Italian Winter Sports Federation, municipal authorities, and heritage bodies managing the Dolomites World Heritage Site.
The programme follows the Olympic Charter and includes disciplines governed by the International Olympic Committee and relevant international federations: alpine skiing under the Fédération Internationale de Ski, biathlon under the International Biathlon Union, bobsleigh and skeleton under the International Bobsleigh and Skeleton Federation, luge under the International Luge Federation, figure skating under the International Skating Union, and ice hockey under the International Ice Hockey Federation. The event schedule integrates Olympic traditions from the Winter Olympic Games and adaptations from recent editions such as Pyeongchang 2018 and Beijing 2022 including mixed team formats introduced by the IOC Executive Board.
The organising committee operates under statutes aligning with the IOC and national legislation, involving oversight from the CONI and collaboration with the Italian Government. Governance structures include committees for sport, marketing, infrastructure, and legacy, staffed by professionals with experience in previous Italian multisport events and international affairs linked to the European Olympic Committees. Legal and financial guarantees were provided through instruments coordinated with regional treasuries and institutions such as the European Investment Bank in advisory capacities.
Transport planning integrates upgrades to rail corridors like the Trenitalia network and improvements to airports including Milan Malpensa Airport and Treviso Airport for international arrivals. Road enhancements target mountain access roads serving Cortina d'Ampezzo and ski resorts like Val Gardena, coordinated with regional agencies responsible for alpine safety. Temporary athlete villages and legacy housing projects interact with municipal planning departments, urban redevelopment initiatives in Milan, and facilities used in past events like the Turin 2006 athlete accommodations.
Marketing strategy links national cultural assets—references to the Italian Republic, Italian design houses in Milan, and the Dolomites—with the Olympic brand under the supervision of the IOC’s brand protection unit. Ceremonies draw on theatrical and musical traditions associated with institutions such as La Scala and involve collaboration with arts bodies and national broadcasters like RAI. Sponsorship portfolios combine domestic corporations and international partners approved by the IOC Marketing Commission.
Security frameworks are coordinated with national security agencies and local police forces, drawing on protocols from previous events including Turin 2006. Environmental management addresses impacts on the Dolomites World Heritage Site with measures influenced by the UNESCO World Heritage Centre guidance and European environmental directives. Sustainability commitments align with the IOC Agenda 2020 recommendations, incorporating carbon reduction targets, public transport incentives, and investments in renewable energy infrastructures.
Projected legacy outcomes include upgrades to winter sports infrastructures that benefit national teams such as the FISI programs, urban regeneration in Milan, and long-term tourism growth for alpine communities like Cortina d'Ampezzo and Bormio. Economic analyses reference models used in post-event assessments of Turin 2006 and London 2012 for urban legacy, with employment impacts during construction phases and anticipated increases in hospitality revenues in regions like Veneto and Lombardy. Cultural legacies are expected through partnerships with institutions such as the National Olympic Museum and regional museums preserving the sporting history of Italy.