Summer in Abetone and the Pistoia Mountains
Sambuca Pistoiese, San Marcello Piteglio, Abetone Cutigliano
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Exhibitions in Pistoia and the Pistoia Mountains
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Medieval festivals and historical reenactments
Abetone Cutigliano, Marliana, Pistoia, San Marcello Piteglio, Serravalle Pistoiese
The most-liked places of Pistoia on Instagram
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A summer of festivals: events you can’t miss
San Marcello Piteglio, Serravalle Pistoiese, Pistoia, Agliana
Pistoia, crossroads of pilgrimage routes
Pistoia, Abetone Cutigliano, Sambuca Pistoiese, San Marcello Piteglio, Serravalle Pistoiese
Spring weekend: two days of art, taste, and nature
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NaturArt Village: Contemporary Green
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Skiing on the Montagna Pistoiese
Abetone Cutigliano
Snowshoeing in the Pistoia Mountains
Abetone Cutigliano
Pistoia, Italian Book Capital
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Looking out for Castagno di Piteccio’s works of art
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Spring and summer outdoor excursions
Montale, Quarrata, Pistoia
What is there to do in Pistoia over Christmas?
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Christmas in the Pistoia Mountains
Abetone Cutigliano, San Marcello Piteglio, Marliana
Everybody going crazy for the foliage
Abetone Cutigliano, Sambuca Pistoiese, San Marcello Piteglio
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Summer in Abetone and the Pistoia Mountains
Discover the Pistoia Mountains in summer with hiking trails, museums, outdoor activities and events across Abetone Cutigliano, San Marcello Piteglio and Sambuca Pistoiese.
Summer is the perfect season to discover the Pistoia Mountains, with their forests, hiking trails, historic villages and mountain lifts. Between Abetone Cutigliano, San Marcello Piteglio and Sambuca Pistoiese, visitors can enjoy outdoor adventures, family activities and museums that tell the story of the Tuscan Apennines. To help you plan your stay, explore our guides to summer events, outdoor experiences and local festivals across the Pistoia Mountains, or browse the…
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Exhibitions in Pistoia and the Pistoia Mountains
Consult the list of exhibitions in Pistoia and the Pistoia Mountains: current shows, upcoming openings, and permanent collections in museums across the area.
Discover exhibitions in Pistoia and the Pistoia Mountains: temporary shows, contemporary art, photography, and itineraries through city museums and local villages. On this page you’ll find an updated list of current exhibitions, with information on venues, opening hours, and visiting details. Marino Marini. La pittura Must-see From December 24 to September 27 – Pistoia, Museo del Novecento e del Contemporaneo di Palazzo FabroniMarino Marini. La pitturaThe museum’s second floor hosts…
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Medieval festivals and historical reenactments
A journey back in time to the era of noble ladies and knights, of jousts on horseback and merry celebrations, surrounded by drums and booming trumpets.
Duels, archery, games, dances, parades: these historical reenactments of medieval events are the ideal moment to visit art cities and tiny hamlets. Not only the 'Giostra dell'Orso' – the Joust of the Bear: this is the time to admire and to enjoy, parades and shows, with noble dames, knights, musicians and flag-throwers. Medieval Cutigliano In the 14th century, the 'Capitano della Montagna's headquarters was in Cutigliano: this Captain was the…
Abetone Cutigliano, Marliana, Pistoia, San Marcello Piteglio, Serravalle Pistoiese
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The most-liked places of Pistoia on Instagram
The most iconic places of the city of Pistoia and the essential tips to find the right angle and bring home the perfect shot.
Sharing the most beautiful shots of a vacation is an almost indispensable gesture for many travelers and for all those who use social networks as boards where they leave a trace of their most special moments. Italian cities have a special charm, that’s why the alleys of a village, the halls of a great museum, crowded or lonely squares become perfect snapshots that contain, without words, only thanks to the…
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A summer of festivals: events you can’t miss
From blues to jazz, experimental guitar to soul: a quick guide to summer music festivals in Pistoia, Serravalle Pistoiese, and the Pistoia Mountains.
In summer, squares and open-air theatres fill with music and joy, thanks to major musical events that draw a large and diverse audience each year. The city of Pistoia and the hamlets in the area also transform into open-air stages. Here are the festivals you won't want to miss. Photo credit: Pistoia Blues Festival Pistoia Blues Festival Since 1980, in July, the striking Piazza del Duomo in the historic heart of Pistoia…
San Marcello Piteglio, Serravalle Pistoiese, Pistoia, Agliana
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Pistoia, crossroads of pilgrimage routes
In Pistoia and the Pistoia Mountains, five pilgrimage routes intertwine, offering a unique experience that blends history, tradition, and unspoiled landscapes.
Walking along an ancient pilgrimage route is not only a spiritual experience, but also a sustainable journey through cultures, traditions, and landscapes. It's an authentic and respectful way to connect with the villages along the path, following gestures and rituals passed down through the centuries. Pistoia, with its mountainous region, is an ideal destination for those seeking a journey immersed in nature and reflection. Here, five historic routes intersect, touch,…
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Spring weekend: two days of art, taste, and nature
Piccoli consigli di viaggio per visitare Pistoia durante il weekend di Pasqua e i ponti festivi di aprile e maggio, in città e nei dintorni.
Explore the medieval city, visit an international art exhibition, savor delicious local dishes, and immerse yourself in unspoiled nature: during the Easter weekend and the spring holidays in April and May, Pistoia offers the perfect opportunity to spend two days enjoying art, flavor, and nature—discovering the very best the city and its surroundings have to offer. Day 1 Dedicate your morning to discovering the striped medieval churches, so named for…
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NaturArt Village: Contemporary Green
Pistoia, European hub of nursery production, is home to NaturArt Village, a space inspired by its green tradition and open to all.
Pistoia is known as the “city of nurseries”, a place where green culture has for decades been a defining and highly productive element, recognized even at an international level. Located between Pistoia and Prato, NaturArt Village fits into this landscape as a space designed to welcome visitors of all ages, where nature, culture, and conviviality come together. A large park of over 30,000 square meters surrounds the complex, offering an…
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Skiing on the Montagna Pistoiese
On the Pistoia Mountains, slopes, landscapes and services come together to offer a full winter experience between Doganaccia and Abetone–Val di Luce, a territory shaped by sporting tradition, nature and warm hospitality.
Choosing the Pistoia Mountains for a winter holiday means enjoying a complete experience: panoramic slopes, snow-covered forests, a strong skiing heritage and services designed for anyone who loves the mountains in winter and wants to make the most of every moment. The area offers two ski resorts, Doganaccia and Abetone–Val di Luce. Both are equipped for winter sports enthusiasts, each with distinct yet complementary features. Doganaccia Ski Area Reaching Doganaccia…
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Snowshoeing in the Pistoia Mountains
Snowshoeing is an excellent alternative to traditional winter sports. So that you can do physical activity while in close touch with nature and surrounded by breathtaking landscapes.
Snowshoeing in the Pistoia Mountains is an exciting experience suitable for everyone, including beginners. It is a wonderful way to immerse yourself in the silence and tranquillity of snow-covered landscapes, either during the day or at night. Everything you need to know about snowshoeing Snowshoes – Snowshoes allow you to walk without sinking into fresh snow or slipping on hard-packed snow. They are attached to your boots with a pivoting…
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Pistoia, Italian Book Capital
More than 1,500 events, innovative projects and initiatives for all ages turn the city into an open cultural laboratory for everyone.
2026 will be the year of Pistoia as Italian Book Capital. This recognition brings with it a rich programme of readings, meetings, cultural projects and initiatives designed to involve the entire city, for a total of more than 1,500 events. The initiatives involve not only the two civic libraries, San Giorgio and Forteguerriana, but also booksellers, publishers, authors, illustrators, reading groups, schools and many other figures from the local book world.…
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Looking out for Castagno di Piteccio’s works of art
To wander about Castagno is a continuous surprise each and every time you come here! This little but large place is always a work in progress.
They peep out of windows, they hide in bushes, they linger behind a corner: in the tiny hamlet of Castagno di Piteccio the works of art 'play' with their visitors who, alighting from the train or leaving their car behind, plunge into its alleys where they often come across lazy cats just waiting patiently for them. Founded in and around 1600, this hamlet is surrounded by hills and mountains that…
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Spring and summer outdoor excursions
The temperatures get warmer and the days longer: being outdoors is an indispensable pleasure. Four ideas between nature, art and culture.
In spring, the natural world wakes up from its long winter lethargy while, at the same time, the days get longer and longer. Could there ever be a better moment to spend time outdoors, going for a lazy walk or having a picnic, lying in a field full of flowers? The Pistoia Mountains, together with the area's villas and parks, are perfect places for enjoying moments of leisure and relaxation,…
Montale, Quarrata, Pistoia
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What is there to do in Pistoia over Christmas?
Experience Christmas in Pistoia with concerts, exhibitions, shows, and events that light up the city and the holiday season.
The Christmas season in Pistoia is the perfect opportunity to rediscover the city from a new perspective. Cultural initiatives, musical events, and activities throughout the historic center create a journey that blends tradition and festive atmosphere. Stay up to date: discover events and experiences by joining the Visit Pistoia newsletter. Pistoia, City of Christmas Celebrate the holiday season with the Pistoia Città del Natale program.
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Christmas in the Pistoia Mountains
Christmas on Pistoia Mountain: nativity scenes, markets, and festive events for all ages. Discover everything you need to enjoy a magical holiday season.
The Pistoia Mountains welcome the Christmas season with a variety of activities for both adults and children. Nativity scenes, decorated trees, concerts, and markets will bring villages and hamlets to life, creating a magical festive atmosphere. Photo credit: Presepe di Vivaio Abetone, Ovovia Photo credit: Pro Loco Serra Pistoiese Photo Credit: Doganaccia 2000 Visit the Experiences section to stay updated on activities in the Pistoiese Mountains, including trekking, snowshoeing, night…
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Everybody going crazy for the foliage
Three ideas to enjoy and admire the wonderful sight of the autumn foliage and to appreciate all the beneficial aspects of coming into close contact with the natural world.
The Pistoia Mountains natural world is truly amazing all year round, but in autumn, its beauty is enhanced by breathtaking panoramic views and the warm and intense colours of the leaves, which gently fall from their branches and cover the ground with their soft cloak. In this season - suspended in time, waiting for the snow to embrace the forests once again - to go for a walk surrounded only…
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