Cross-country skiing just a stone's throw from the sea will become reality on the occasion of Caorle Wonderland 2021-2022, the Christmas events in the coastal city an hour from Venice. The 400-metre course, aptly named Skii-country, runs along the city’s coastline, and there is also a special ski rental service and a careful checking process that ensures the safety of all participants.
Skiing on an ecological synthetic surface
The starting point of the route is located close to the iconic Sanctuary of the Madonna dell’Angelo, nestled against the cliffs of Caorle. The entire track then runs along the coast with the sea on one side and the Christmas lights of the city above. Made of synthetic material the course is an ecological choice made by the organizers so you find yourself gliding along on a synthetic surface, which feels just like snow and ice. And it provides huge energy savings as it does not have to be kept at sub-zero temperatures.
A roller coaster and Santa’s Grotto
The 2021/2022 edition of Caorle Wonderland is an extraordinary marathon of non-stop events running up to 9 January. In via Salita dei Fiori Music Land will delight younger visitors who can enjoy music from famous DJs as well as the enchanted castle, the roller coaster and the Star Wars carousel rides. Piazza Papa Giovanni XXIII will host the fairy-tale carousel and a 3D cinema. Piazza Mercato will be transformed into Santa’s Grotto which will then give way to the Befana on 6 January.
Merry-go-rounds and a giant Ferris wheel
Between Largo Francesconi and Piazza Pio X a high-altitude panoramic carousel and a 15-meter Christmas tree will stand out, and in Campo degli Oriondi, the artificial ice-skating rink is in the same material as the cross-country ski track. And, last but not least, Piazza Matteotti has a children's village with merry-go-rounds, a climbing adventure trail, a train ride and a giant Ferris wheel overlooking the historic centre.
