2026 Winter Paralympics

Name: 2026 Winter Paralympics
Start: 2026-03-06T00:00:00+01:00
End: 2026-03-15T23:59:59+01:00
Location: Milan & Cortina d’Ampezzo

March 6 – March 15 CET

Tofana di Mezzo in the Cortina d'Ampezzo, host of the 2026 Winter Olympics

The 2026 Winter Paralympics, officially the XIV Paralympic Winter Games, will showcase the world’s most elite para-athletes across Northern Italy. Operating under the same sustainable, decentralised model as the Olympics, the Paralympics will bring 10 days of intense competition to the cities of Milan and Verona, and the mountain regions of Cortina and Valtellina.

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📅 When are the 2026 Winter Paralympics?

Paralympic Games: March 6 – March 15, 2026.
Opening Ceremony: March 6, 2026 (Verona Arena).
Closing Ceremony: March 15, 2026 (Stadio Olimpico del Ghiaccio).

🏔️ Where are the 2026 Winter Paralympics?

The Paralympic program is condensed into three primary geographical clusters:

1. Milan Cluster (Ice Sports)

Sports: Para Ice Hockey.
Key Venue: Milano Santa Giulia Arena.

2. Cortina d’Ampezzo Cluster (Mountain & Ice)

Sports: Para Alpine Skiing, Para Snowboard, Wheelchair Curling.
Key Venue: Olympia delle Tofane (Skiing/Snowboard) and the Stadio Olimpico del Ghiaccio (Curling).

3. Val di Fiemme Cluster

Sports: Para Cross-Country Skiing, Para Biathlon.
Key Venue: Tesero Cross-Country Stadium.

🎟️ How do I get tickets for the 2026 Winter Paralympics?

Digital Ticketing: Tickets are significantly more accessible than Olympic tickets and are sold through the official Milano Cortina 2026 portal.
Accessibility Seating: The ticketing platform includes a dedicated section for fans requiring wheelchair-accessible seating or easy-access seats for those with limited mobility.
Hospitality: “On Location” provides inclusive hospitality packages that ensure accessible transit and viewing experiences.

🚆 Accessibility & Travel Between Venues

Italy is heavily upgrading its infrastructure to ensure a barrier-free experience for the 2026 Games.

Trenitalia (Sala Blu): The “Sala Blu” service at major stations like Milano Centrale and Verona Porta Nuova provides specialized assistance for passengers with disabilities. It is recommended to book assistance 48 hours in advance.
Accessible Shuttles: All official Paralympic spectator shuttles between train stations (like Calalzo di Cadore) and the mountain venues are equipped with ramps or lifts.
By Air: Milan Malpensa (MXP) and Venice Marco Polo (VCE) are the primary accessible gateways, with dedicated PRM (Persons with Reduced Mobility) services.

🏨 Where to stay for the 2026 Winter Paralympics

1. Milan (Para Ice Hockey Hub)

Accessible Luxury: Hotel Principe di Savoia – Fully ADA-compliant rooms in the heart of the city.
Strategic Accessibility: NYX Hotel Milan – Located at Stazione Centrale with step-free access to the Metro and high-speed trains.
Modern Choice: Starhotels Anderson – Offers spacious accessible rooms and is located directly next to the airport shuttle and train platforms.

2. Cortina & Belluno (Alpine, Snowboard & Curling Hub)

Mountain Resort: Hotel Faloria Mountain Spa Resort – Features accessible suites and a lift-accessible wellness center.
City Base: Albergo delle Alpi (Belluno) – A more budget-friendly, accessible hub with easier terrain for walking/wheeling than the steep slopes of central Cortina.

3. Verona (Closing Ceremony Hub)

Historic Center: NH Collection Palazzo Verona – Professionally adapted rooms within a historic building, steps away from the accessible entrances of the Verona Arena.