San Candido

Travel Guide

San Candido
San Candido
San Candido
San Candido
Photo by Ľuboš Capcara
High in the immense Dolomite mountain range is this town of elegant buildings and exhilarating outdoor activities.

Stroll through streets of traditional alpine houses in San Candido and admire a stunning church that dates back to the 8th century. Speed down Italy’s longest bobsled ride or immerse yourself in a warm swimming pool.

Just south of the Austrian border, set against a backdrop of lush meadows and snow-capped peaks, San Candido is one of Italy’s most naturally beautiful towns. Year-round, you will always find a friendly crowd of residents and many enjoyable activities.

Uncover years of local history at the Monastery Museum. Inside a beautiful white church in the heart of town, seven rooms hold a collection of old manuscripts and exquisite paintings by local artists.

As you wander around the town, look to the south at the colossal figure of Haunold. Standing 2,221 feet (677 meters) tall, this mountain is a base for a range of excursions and sports. Shoot down the 2-mile (3-kilometer) summer toboggan run before you attempt the giant Fun-Bob Ride.

A slower way of seeing this incredible area is by setting off along more than 43 miles (70 kilometers) of hiking trails surrounding the town. Walk along paths through thick spruce forests and marvel at spectacular views.

When it’s time to relax, head to Acquafun at the east end of town. Soak in the Jacuzzi or bask under the sun in the outdoor pool.

During the winter the town cools down and the focus turns to snow sports. Ski and snowboard on the slopes of Haunold Mountain or try snowshoeing on the Dolomiti Nordic Ski trail. Come in January when artisans from around the world gather for the International Snow Sculpture Festival.

San Candido has a selection of fantastic restaurants along with hotels and guesthouses. RomeOpens in a new window is just over 7 hours away by car, FlorenceOpens in a new window is just over 5 hours and VeronaOpens in a new window a much easier 3-hour drive.

Cultures collide with magnificent effect in this area, as northern Italy meets the Austrian border. Those looking for outdoor life will find exciting summer fun and winter skiing and snow sports in San Candido.

B&B Hotel Passo Tre Croci Cortina
B&B Hotel Passo Tre Croci Cortina
3 out of 5
Strada regionale 48 delle Dolomiti 6, Cortina d'Ampezzo, BL
The price is €96 per night from 16 Mar to 17 Mar
€96
includes taxes & fees
16 Mar - 17 Mar
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8.6/10 Excellent! (170 reviews)
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Reviewed on 2 Mar 2025

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Hotel Olimpia
Hotel Olimpia
3 out of 5
Largo Delle Poste 37, Cortina d'Ampezzo, BL
The price is €116 per night from 1 Apr to 2 Apr
€116
includes taxes & fees
1 Apr - 2 Apr
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7.8/10 Good! (295 reviews)
"The best characteristic about this hotel is also it's worst facet, it's location. The location is right in the heart of the town, easily walkable around town. That's why we selected it; however, there are also bars right out front and loud and screaming teenagers woke us up at 2am more than once ..."

Reviewed on 2 Mar 2025

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Franceschi Park Hotel
Franceschi Park Hotel
4 out of 5
Via Cesare Battisti 86, Cortina d'Ampezzo, BL
The price is €211 per night from 23 Mar to 24 Mar
€211
includes taxes & fees
23 Mar - 24 Mar
Stay at this 4-star ski hotel in Cortina d'Ampezzo. Enjoy free breakfast, free WiFi, and free parking. Our guests praise the helpful staff in our reviews. Popular ...
9.2/10 Wonderful! (90 reviews)
"We stayed at Franceshi Park on a recent ski trip to Cortina with friends. Great location for buses to the tram (Tofana) and gondola (Faloria), very easy walk to town, great breakfast, excellent bar and restaurant, interesting spa area. The rooms are a little dated but the bathrooms have been recently ..."

Reviewed on 16 Feb 2025

Franceschi Park Hotel
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Post Alpina - Family Mountain Chalets
Post Alpina - Family Mountain Chalets
4 out of 5
Helmweg 9, Vierschach, San Candido, BZ
Stay at this 4-star spa residence in San Candido. Enjoy free WiFi, free parking, and a full-service spa. Popular attractions Vierschach-Helm Gondola and La Collegiata ...
8.4/10 Very Good! (5 reviews)
Persönlich geführtes Hotel mit top Anlage
"Das Hotel ist sehr persönlich geführt und spezialisiert als Familienhotel. Wir haben es auch als Paar genossen und waren begeistert von der Anlage und den Dienstleistungen, inklusive Wellness. Die Küche ist hervorragend und das gesamte Personal sehr freundlich und zuvorkommend. Wir werden das Hotel ..."

Reviewed on 17 Oct 2022

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Radisson Residences Savoia Palace Cortina d’Ampezzo
Radisson Residences Savoia Palace Cortina d’Ampezzo
4 out of 5
Via Roma 37, Cortina d'Ampezzo, BL
Stay at this 4-star golf residence in Cortina d'Ampezzo. Enjoy free WiFi, parking (surcharge), and an airport shuttle (surcharge). Popular attractions Cortina ...
9.2/10 Wonderful! (137 reviews)
"5 star experience staying at this location. I will stay here again when I return to Cortina. Anything in the room that we had a question about or needed help with, the hotel staff responded immediately. We stayed here for 5 nights and upgraded to a suite with a balcony view of Tofana so that we had ..."

Reviewed on 9 Jan 2025

Radisson Residences Savoia Palace Cortina d’Ampezzo
Camping Sass Dlacia
Camping Sass Dlacia
Strada Sciarè 11, 11, Badia, BZ
Book a stay at this spa campground in Badia. Enjoy free WiFi, free parking, and a full-service spa. Popular attractions Cortina d'Ampezzo Ski Resort and Cortina ...
Camping Sass Dlacia
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