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Canazei

Trentino-Alto Adige, Italy · Europe

About Canazei

Canazei works well as a base: 10 minutes from Mazzin, 1km from Great Dolomite Road.

Canazei is a town located in Trentino-Alto Adige, Italy. With a population of 1,001, it is an important destination in Europe.

On a road trip, Canazei sits in Italy, where you drive on the right. It's in the Europe/Rome time zone. Below you'll find where to stay, things to do nearby, and everything you need to add Canazei to your route.

About Canazei

Canazei (Italian: [kanatˈtsɛi]; Ladin: Cianacei [tʃanaˈtʃɛi̯] or Cenacei) is a comune (municipality) in Trentino in the northern Italian region of Trentino-Alto Adige/Südtirol, located in the upper part of the Val di Fassa, about 110 kilometres (68 mi) northeast of Trento. Its name derives from the Latin word

Read more cannicetus ('cane thicket').

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Where is Canazei located?

Canazei is located in Trentino-Alto Adige, Italy, Europe. The coordinates are 46.4763 latitude, 11.7693 longitude.

What is the population of Canazei?

Canazei has a population of approximately 1,001 people, making it a town in Italy.

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Quick Information

Population
1,001
Continent
Europe
Country
Italy
Region
Trentino-Alto Adige
Timezone
Europe/Rome
Coordinates
46.4763, 11.7693

Emergency & Services

Essential numbers in Italy

Police
113
Ambulance
118
Fire
115
All emergencies
112
Driving side
right

ACI roadside assistance: 803 116. ZTL (limited traffic zones) in city centres are camera-enforced.

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Worth the detour from Canazei

8 notable places within an hour's drive.

famous road

Great Dolomite Road

A legendary alpine driving route through the Dolomites from Bolzano to Cortina d'Ampezzo via dramatic mountain passes.

1 km · about 5 min drive

famous road

Passo dello Stelvio to Passo Pordoi (Dolomite Circuit)

A spectacular loop through the Italian Dolomites connecting multiple legendary passes amid jagged pink limestone peaks.

3 km · about 5 min drive

mountain pass

Passo Sella

A stunning Dolomite pass beneath the Sassolungo massif, forming part of the legendary Sella Ronda loop that draws thousands of motorcyclists each summer.

4 km · about 5 min drive

mountain pass

Passo Pordoi

The highest pass in the Dolomites at 2239m and a frequent Giro d'Italia summit finish, with sweeping views across the Marmolada glacier.

4 km · about 5 min drive

famous road

Great Dolomites Road (Bolzano–Cortina)

The legendary SS48 strings together Carezza, Pordoi and Falzarego in one of the world's great mountain drives.

5 km · about 10 min drive

mountain pass

Passo di Fedaia

Located at the foot of the Marmolada, the Dolomites' highest peak, this pass features a dramatic lake at its summit and steep hairpins on its eastern approach.

8 km · about 15 min drive

mountain pass

Passo Gardena

A Dolomite pass at the heart of the Sella Ronda circuit, offering jaw-dropping views of jagged limestone towers and emerald-green valleys.

9 km · about 15 min drive

national park

Dolomiti Bellunesi National Park

Dramatic pale limestone peaks and spires in the Italian Alps, a UNESCO World Heritage landscape.

9 km · about 15 min drive

Driving roads near Canazei

  • Right hereGreat Dolomite RoadA legendary alpine driving route through the Dolomites from Bolzano to Cortina d'Ampezzo via dramatic mountain passes.
  • Right herePasso dello Stelvio to Passo Pordoi (Dolomite Circuit)A spectacular loop through the Italian Dolomites connecting multiple legendary passes amid jagged pink limestone peaks.
  • Right herePasso SellaA stunning Dolomite pass beneath the Sassolungo massif, forming part of the legendary Sella Ronda loop that draws thousands of motorcyclists each summer.
  • Right herePasso PordoiThe highest pass in the Dolomites at 2239m and a frequent Giro d'Italia summit finish, with sweeping views across the Marmolada glacier.
  • Right hereGreat Dolomites Road (Bolzano–Cortina)The legendary SS48 strings together Carezza, Pordoi and Falzarego in one of the world's great mountain drives.
  • Right herePasso di FedaiaLocated at the foot of the Marmolada, the Dolomites' highest peak, this pass features a dramatic lake at its summit and steep hairpins on its eastern approach.

Driving in Italy

Drives on
the right
Petrol
~€1.82/litre
Motorway tolls
~€8.50/100km

When to drive here

April to October

Nearby Destinations

Other places to explore near Canazei.

Campitello di Fassa

🇮🇹 Italy

2 km awayPop. 672

Mazzin

🇮🇹 Italy

6 km awayPop. 100

Pozza di Fassa

🇮🇹 Italy

8 km awayPop. 1,462

Selva

🇮🇹 Italy

9 km awayPop. 1,601

Vigo di Fassa

🇮🇹 Italy

10 km awayPop. 1,036

Santa Cristina Valgardena

🇮🇹 Italy

10 km awayPop. 1,477

Corvara in Badia

🇮🇹 Italy

11 km awayPop. 756

Soraga

🇮🇹 Italy

12 km awayPop. 713

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