Cortina d'Ampezzo focuses on linguistic heritage and Olympic legacy

In Cortina d'Ampezzo, local discussions highlight both linguistic preservation and the economic future of the region following the 2026 Olympic and Paralympic Games.

Regarding local culture, there is a growing concern over the erosion of the Ladin dialect. Observations note that younger generations are increasingly replacing traditional terms, such as ‘babo’ and ‘tata’ for family members, with Italian adaptations. This linguistic shift is viewed as a loss of local identity.

On the institutional front, Stefano Longo, president of Fondazione Cortina and vice president of the Italian Winter Sports Federation (FISI), has announced his candidacy for federal counselor at the upcoming FISI elections. Longo emphasizes leveraging the human capital and infrastructure left by the 2026 Games. He aims to focus on professional training and local expertise to meet the demands of increasing international tourism and to prepare for the 2028 Winter Youth Olympics.