Archive for 'Skiing & Winter Sports'

  

Saturday, October 21, 2023
Skiing

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.

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Tuesday, December 14, 2021

The charms of the winter getaway are well-known to those who love winter sports and the après-ski lifestyle and Tuscany, though not especially famous for it, is actually a perfect ski break destination. Now, while it may not be able to quite compete with the Alpine regions further north in Italy, the region does boast some nice ski resorts and this, combined with the charms of a holiday in Tuscany during the winter season make it a perfect place to go skiing, snowboarding, and more. So, come and savour the hearty winter Tuscan cuisine that is perfect for keeping you full and warm, admire pretty towns made lovelier by Christmas decorations, visit wonderful Christmas markets and other festive events and traditions, enjoy Tuscan towns, cities, and attractions with smaller tourist crowds, and much more besides, all while hitting the slopes this winter season!


If you are looking for an ideal Tuscan ski resort then look no further than Doganaccia 2000, a brilliant ski spot to visit if you have found a villa in Pistoia. Located on the Croce Arcana slopes, in the town of Abetone Cutigliano, this ski resort is actually a year-round attraction where all sorts of outdoor pursuits can be enjoyed but it truly comes alive when the air grows cold and snow begins to blanket the peaks once more.

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Friday, September 21, 2018
Christmas Lights
f you think of a Tuscan getaway, you probably imagine summers spent eating gelato and drinking coffee between dashing from museums and stunning churches to famous stores and delicious eateries or relaxed holidays just either side of the busy summer season. However, Christmas in Tuscany has its own unique charms that are well worth exploring. There are lots of reasons to plan a Winter break in Tuscany and here are more of the most compelling selling-points of a holiday season in this stunning region of Italy...

3. The Magical Atmosphere

There is something special about the twinkling lights and festive atmosphere of Tuscany.     Read More
Posted in: Activities, December, Events, Florence, Localities, Lucca, San Gimignano, Skiing & Winter Sports, Spa, Tourist Attractions

  

Friday, December 11, 2015
Palazzo Pretorio, Cutigliano
We've already discussed skiing in Abetone while in Tuscany but another good option are the Doganaccia ski slopes at Cutigliano. The resort is located in the Municipality of Cutigliano in Pistoia and it stretches along nearly 10 kilometres of downhill slopes. While there are fewer kilometres to ski by comparison to Abetone, there is a really good balance of slopes for beginners and kids and those for expert skiers. There are also options for those who can't, or don't want to, ski at all. Basically, the slopes of Dognaccia are great for involving everyone in the group or for ensuring that the whole family has fun. All you need to do is find a vacation rental in Pistoia and then you can spend a few days out on the slopes!     Read More
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Friday, December 11, 2015
Abetone Mountains
When people think of skiing in Italy, they tend to imagine the Alps but there are plenty of other ski resorts and options all around the country. One of the best of these and one of the most important ski resorts in the Appenines is at the Abetone pass, on the border between Emilia Romagna and Tuscany. The resort at Abetone is at an altitude of 1388m and is composed of four valleys, Luce Valley, Scoltenna Valley, Sestaione Valley and Lima Valley which are interconnected and offer skiers many kilometres of slopes connected with ski lifts. In total, there are 54km of slopes and 21 ski lifts. While it is a well-equipped and beautiful place to go skiing, it is also a charming resort which seems a little as though time has stopped.     Read More
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