A Mountain of Books
The international literary festival of Cortina d'Ampezzo, between literature and the Dolomites
About A Mountain of Books
Literature at high altitude
Una Montagna di Libri is the literary festival that has been accompanying the seasons of Cortina d'Ampezzo, in the province of Belluno, for over fifteen years. Founded in 2009 and directed by Francesco Chiamulera, the series of author meetings has become a benchmark for Italian culture, capable of bringing writers, journalists, scientists, and personalities from the world of sport and entertainment to the Dolomites.
Two seasons, one passion for books
The festival is divided into a rich summer edition (from July to September) and a winter session, with dozens of meetings hosted in the most evocative halls of the Ampezzo basin: the Alexander Girardi Hall, the Post Office Palace, the Grand Hotel Savoia, and the Zardini Museum. Every year, the event attracts around 20,000 attendees.
Culture, sport, and the identity of the Dolomites
Supported by the Municipality of Cortina and the Veneto Region, Una Montagna di Libri intertwines literature, current affairs, and reflection on the world of the mountains. In the years of the Milan Cortina 2026 Winter Olympics, the festival has dedicated ample space to the theme of sport and Olympic values, confirming itself as one of the most vibrant cultural voices in the Alps.
A Mountain of Books — edition 2026
The 34th edition of Una Montagna di Libri unfolds throughout 2026 with two major events: a winter session (February-March), linked to the Milan Cortina 2026 Olympics, and the rich summer edition with over 40 events from July to September. The meetings are held at the Alexander Girardi Hall, the Post Office Palace, the Grand Hotel Savoia, and the Zardini Museum. For the Olympic year, the festival also presents the project "Words of the Olympians", featuring video interviews with great sports champions.
Programme A Mountain of Books 2026
Winter Session 2026 (February-March)
- Over 25 events dedicated to literature, sport, and Olympic disciplines, in the year of Milan Cortina 2026
- Special project "Words of the Olympians" with video interviews of champions like Nadia Comăneci, Federica Pellegrini, and Armin Zöggeler
- Among the announced guests: Cecilia Sala
Summer Edition 2026 (July-September)
- Over 40 author meetings covering literature, current affairs, science, and mountains
- Venues: Alexander Girardi Hall, Post Office Palace, Grand Hotel Savoia, Zardini Museum
The complete program with the guest calendar will be published progressively on the official website. Festival direction by Francesco Chiamulera.
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How to get there
Cortina d'Ampezzo is reachable by car via the SS51 Alemagna. The events take place in the center, a short walk from each other.
Admission
Most events are free admission until seats are filled. Full program, guests, and updated calendar on the official website unamontagnadilibri.it.
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Where does it take place — A Mountain of Books
Alexander Girardi Hall, Palazzo delle Poste, Grand Hotel Savoia, Museo Zardini
Largo Poste 39, 32043 Cortina d'Ampezzo