Milan is abuzz with excitement as the hunt for free Milan Cortina 2026 Winter Olympics commemorative pins officially kicks off. This unique initiative, organized by Yes Milano, aims to engage residents and visitors in the spirit of the upcoming Games.
How to Participate in the Olympic Pin Hunt
The scavenger hunt began on Saturday, February 7, in Nolo, one of Milan’s iconic neighborhoods. Here’s how you can join the fun:
- Daily Clues: Every day until February 18, between 7:00 AM and 8:00 AM, the official Instagram page @visit_milano will reveal the location of a new kiosk.
- Collection Time: Pins can be collected from the revealed kiosk starting at noon on the same day.
- Limited Supply: Pins are available on a first-come, first-served basis, with only one pin per person.
First Location: The hunt started at the kiosk on Via delle Leghe 18, between Viale Monza and Via Varanini, in the Nolo district.
The Pins: Iconic Landmarks and Neighborhood Symbols
There are a total of twelve unique pins to collect, divided into two categories:
Iconic Pins:
These pins feature some of Milan’s most recognizable landmarks:
- Duomo
- San Siro Stadium
- Torre Velasca
- Castello Sforzesco
Neighborhood Pins:
These pins represent specific Milanese neighborhoods and their unique symbols:
- Nolo: (North of Loreto) – Known for its vibrant community.
- Chinatown: Featuring the Chinese dragon.
- Navigli: Depicting the famous canals.
- Brera: Symbolizing its artistic heritage with painters.
- Porta Romana: Showcasing flamingos.
- Porta Venezia: Represented by the rainbow tram.
- Isola: Featuring the Bosco Verticale (Vertical Forest).
- Other neighborhoods with unique symbols.
Upcoming Locations and the Grand Prize
Mark your calendars for these upcoming pin collection points:
- Sunday, February 8: Torre Velasca
- February 9: Navigli
- February 10: Brera
- February 11: Castello Sforzesco
- February 12: Porta Venezia
- February 13: Isola
- February 14: Porta Romana
- February 15: San Siro
- February 16: Sarpi-Chinatown
- February 17: Duomo
- February 18: The final treasure hunt will lead to the Yes Milano info point in Piazza del Duomo 14, where participants who have collected all the pins can claim the ‘panettone’ pin, the ultimate prize.
Important Information
- Promotional Items: These pins are commemorative promotional items and cannot be sold or used for any commercial purpose.
- Objective: The initiative aims to strengthen the communication strategy linked to Milanese neighborhoods, building on previous successful campaigns.
Contact and Further Information
For the latest updates and daily clues, follow @visit_milano on Instagram.
Source: milano.corriere.it
