From February 6 to 22, 2026, Bormio and Livigno will host the Milano Cortina 2026 Winter Olympics. To ensure safety and traffic flow during competitions, temporary Limited Traffic Zones (ZTL) will regulate access to areas hosting the events.

This comprehensive guide will help you plan your travels, request the necessary car pass, and learn about all available transportation alternatives.

Traffic Regulations for the 2026 Winter Olympics: Complete Guide for Bormio and Livigno

How to travel during the Milano Cortina 2026 Winter Games from February 6-22: ZTL zones, car passes, shuttles, and practical tips

Introduction to the 2026 Olympics in Valtellina

From February 6 to 22, 2026, Bormio and Livigno will host the Milano Cortina 2026 Winter Olympics. To ensure safety and traffic flow during competitions, temporary Limited Traffic Zones (ZTL) will regulate access to areas hosting the events.

This comprehensive guide will help you plan your travels, request the necessary car pass, and learn about all available transportation alternatives.

Olympic ZTL Zones: How They Work

The Olympic ZTL zones will be active only on race days and during specific time slots. Here's the key information:

• Regulated access through Territory Car Passes
• Three controlled zones: Zone 1 and Zone 2 in Bormio, Zone 3 in Livigno
• Free circulation outside activation hours
• Exit is always free, even without a pass

Zone 1 – Bormio and Valdisotto (Stelvio Slope)

Affected area

Includes part of the municipality of Bormio towards the Stelvio Slope (Vallecetta side) and the municipality of Valdisotto, including the villages of Piatta, San Pietro, Gotrosio, Ciuk, and Bormio 2000.

Schedule and hours

• Race days: February 6, 7, 9, 11, 14, 16, 19, 21
• Active filter hours: 7:00 AM – 4:00 PM
• Required pass: Zone 1 Car Pass

Zone 2 – Bormio Center

Affected area

Remainder of the municipality of Bormio, including the historic center, Bormio Thermal Baths, and lower slopes.

Schedule and hours

• Race days: February 7, 9, 11, 14, 16, 19, 21
• Active filter hours: 7:00 AM – 12:00 PM (shorter window than Zone 1)
• Required pass: Zone 2 Car Pass

Zone 3 – Livigno and Valdidentro

Affected area

From Passo d'Eira to Livigno town, including part of the municipality of Valdidentro (Passo del Foscagno, Premadio).

Schedule and hours

• Active period: February 4 – 22 (24 hours a day)
• Filter hours: 6:00 AM – 12:00 AM (most extensively controlled zone)
• Free access hours: 12:00 AM to 6:00 AM (no pass required)
• Required pass: Zone 1, 2, or 3 Car Pass (valid for all zones)

2026 Olympics Car Pass: Who Can Request It

The Territory Car Pass can be requested by:

• Residents and second-home owners
• Commuting workers
• Commercial and industrial businesses
• Accommodation facilities and their guests
• Delivery and logistics services

Types of Car Passes

Multi-Day Pass

Ideal for those requiring regular access throughout the Olympic period:

• Residents
• Commuting workers
• Second-home owners

Daily Pass

For occasional access:

• Guests of accommodation facilities
• Suppliers and deliveries
• People with sporadic needs

How to Request a Car Pass

Online procedure

1. Access the official platform: passauto.milanocortina2026.org
2. Enter your residence or destination address (the system automatically assigns the zone)
3. Upload required documentation (varies by category)
4. Receive confirmation email with pickup location and date
5. Pick up the adhesive pass to apply on the passenger-side windshield

Important: request the pass in advance, preferably by the end of January 2026.

Pass Pickup in Bormio Terme

Official pickup point

Bormio Terme Lobby – Via Stelvio, 14

Hours

• Days: Monday – Saturday (excluding holidays)
• Hours: 10:00 AM – 1:00 PM / 3:00 PM – 8:00 PM

What to bring

• Confirmation email
• Valid ID document
• Third-party delegation is possible

How to Reach Livigno During the Olympics

By car

• Zone 1, 2, or 3 Car Pass required
• ZTL active from 6:00 AM to 12:00 AM from February 4-22
• Free access from 12:00 AM to 6:00 AM (no pass required)

Without a pass

• Use parking facilities
• Use dedicated shuttles (paid service)

Guests at accommodation facilities

• Request the pass online in advance through the hosting facility

Munt La Schera Tunnel – Special Olympic Hours

During the Olympic period (February 7-21), the tunnel connecting Livigno to Switzerland will have modified schedules:

Opening hours

• 12:00 AM – 6:00 AM: open (alternating one-way traffic)
• 10:00 AM – 2:30 PM: open (alternating one-way traffic)
• 7:00 PM – 12:00 AM: open (alternating one-way traffic)

Closure hours

• 6:00 AM – 10:00 AM
• 2:30 PM – 7:00 PM

Required: car pass, special permit, or shuttle bus service.

Traveling With a Car Pass

Advantages

✓ Access to Bormio and Livigno during active ZTL hours
✓ Pass allows entry to all zones (1, 2, 3)
✓ Free circulation after activation hours
✓ Exit always free, with or without pass

Tips

• Avoid peak hours (6:00 AM – 10:00 AM)
• Always display the pass on the passenger-side windshield
• The pass is nominative and non-transferable

Traveling Without a Car Pass

Limitations

✗ Cannot enter ZTL zones during activation hours
✗ Must use external parking and shuttles

When you can enter freely

✓ On non-race days (all other February dates)
✓ In Livigno from 12:00 AM to 6:00 AM
✓ After ZTL activation hours (e.g., after 4:00 PM in Bormio Zone 1)

Shuttles and Public Transportation

A072 Bormio – Livigno Line

• Hourly bus from 6:00 AM to 10:00 PM
• Connections every hour

Park-and-ride facilities

• Aquilone
• Train & Ride Tirano (with paid shuttles from the railway station)

Shuttle buses to Olympic venues

From parking areas to competition sites, reserved for accredited spectators.

Practical Tips for Visiting Bormio and Livigno

1. Request the pass in advance (by the end of January)
2. Verify your category on the official website
3. Check the confirmation email before pickup
4. Plan your journey avoiding peak hours (6:00 AM – 10:00 AM)
5. Apply the pass on the passenger-side windshield
6. Keep confirmation documentation during travel

Useful Contacts

Car Pass Platform

passauto.milanocortina2026.org

Organizing Committee Email

pass.valtellina@milanocortina2026.org

Livigno Information

livigno.eu/faq-olimpiadi-milano-cortina-2026

Have a great trip to the 2026 Olympics!

Last updated: January 2026
Source: Milano Cortina 2026 Organizing Committee