Dreaming of a Tuscan getaway as you browse our Tuscany Villas? But also after a ski break in Tuscany this winter? Well, though the Alps are more well-known for their ski resorts and winter sports facilities, Tuscany’s Appenine mountains also have some great places to hit the slopes while leaving you free to spend days in between exploring the famous cities and tourist attractions of Tuscany – the best of both worlds!
Easily accessible for those who book a villa in Pistoia or a vacation rental in Florence, for example, is the Abetone pass. Located on the border between Emilia Romagna and Tuscan, this ski resort has plenty to offer visitors while also being perfect day-trip distance from many parts of Tuscany.
Positioned at an altitude of 1388m, Abetone’s ski resort is made up of four interconnected valleys: Luce Valley, Scoltenna Valley, Sestaione Valley, and Lima Valley. Boasting a whopping 54km of slopes, with some 21 ski lifts dotted around to help you get about, this is a well-equipped spot and it makes sense that it has been a key ski destination since the early 20th century and is the most important winter ski resort in central Italy.
The resort itself is also steeped in charm with all of the other amenities you could need including two ski schools, a cross-country skiing circuit, ski equipment hire stores, and a selection of bars and restaurants. Ideal for those who are just starting out, there are also some more challenging slopes to keep the more advanced skiiers in your party happy.
So, don’t think that you have to choose between a ski break in Italy or a vacation in Tuscany but, instead, perfectly combine the two by visiting Abetone this winter during a stay in one of our incredible Tuscany Villas.
