Sited just a few kilometers away from the Austrian border, San Candido is considered to be one of the most sought after holiday resorts in the whole of the Alta Val Punteria. The town, which is known throughout the world, is close to the Nature Reserve of the Sesto Dolomites, with its breathtaking scenery. The town is a vibrant tourist destination throughout the year.
During the winter season, skiers can enjoy snow covered mountains with 30 ski lifts and over 50 kilometers of slopes, of every level of difficulty, which extend in to the Val Fiscalina, the Valle Anterselva, Cortina d'Ampezzo and Austria.
In the summer season, visitors can enjoy a great number of unique excursions as well as sports such as horse riding. There are a number of cultural sites to visit; such as the Cathedral of San Candido, the Parish Church of St Michele, the Chapel of the Santo Sepolcro, the Chapel of Altotting, and the convent of the Franciscan monks.


