The Epiphany, as everyone knows, concludes the holiday season. After the hustle and bustle of Christmas, the markets, New Year's Eve, the crowded shops and the big dinners, we need a break to recover from all the emotions. January is just the best month to enjoy a few days in the Dolomites, before the start of snow weeks.
Snow or no snow, there is always plenty to do and see both for winter sports enthusiasts, as for those who prefer to relax, eat or maybe attend some top events. During a winter holiday in January in the Dolomites, everyone can fit in and feel good!
There are several reasons to come to the Dolomites in January, for a long or short weekend or for a week:
- January is cheaper: after January 6th, costs are lower and hotels offer numerous low cost specials
- The ski resorts and cultural centers of Alto Adige, Trentino and Belluno are less crowded: this allows you to ski in peace or walk in the city without haste and frenzy
- A holiday in January is a great way to overcome the Christmas season!
- It's sales period so why not take advantage and buy some nice handmade article or something typical?
- January is also a month of major events such as international downhill ski races, cross country skiing, gastronomy on the slopes, but also special romantic events for women, children, car enthusiasts ...
Experiences in the Dolomites
January is the perfect month to try new adventures in the Dolomites. Many experiences to do in winter alone or in company, an original idea also for a special gift!
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January in the snow: skiing and more
Natural or artificial, there is no lack of snow on the perfectly prepared downhill ski slopes. On the ski areas of Alto Adige, Trentino, and Bellunese there are many slopes on which to leave your mark in the snow. For the more experienced, the ski season cannot end without you having tried one of the most beautiful slopes of the Dolomites or the renowned Sellaronda ski tour.
The Dolomite area offers numerous cross-country skiing trails that wind through silent forests and picturesque landscapes, as well as sledding runs and countless snowshoe hikes. There are also numerous winter Nordic walking routes among the fascinating Dolomite panoramas.
What to do in the Dolomites if there isn't any snow
And if there isn't any snow? No problem, even in winter you can visit the museums, such as the Dolomythos which is located in San Candido, where children can become treasure hunters, or stroll in the city between palaces and historic streets: Bolzano, Trento, Merano, Bressanone, Ortisei, Glorenza, Belluno... or relax in the sun on the terraces of the shelters tasting typical local products.
After Christmas, take some time for yourselves: why not take advantage of the many wellness offers available at hotels and spas? Immersed in clouds of steam between scents of pine wood and essences, it's so easy to relax!
January events in the Dolomites
A long list of events and appointments await you in this period: there really is something for everyone! Big events include the Cortina Ski World Cup on the Tofane in Cortina d'Ampezzo and the Peasant Wedding with horse-drawn sleighs.
In Chiusa and its surroundings you can stay overnight at a special campsite, the Biwak Camp.
There are also events dedicated to gastronomy, such as in Alta Badia; appointments for motoring enthusiasts, with the Winter Marathon in Madonna di Campiglio; and events reserved for women.
