Cortina (1224m) is one of the most prestigious areas for a holiday, surrounded by majestic mountains such as Croda Rossa, Tofane, Fanis and Cristallo. A year-round resort, Cortina is known as the Queen of the Dolomites, boasting a wonderful array of ski slopes (160km), winter sports facilities and clear mountain air for summer walkers. This area was once the setting of the Winter Olympic Games. Interesting excursions include lake of Misurina, Tre Lavaredo Cime, Pieve di Cadore and summer skiing at Marmolada glacier (about two hours by car).