Visit The Ski Village Of Cutigliano

High up in the Apennine Mountains in the province of Pistoia, behind Mount Cuccola is a picturesque area with a scattering of beautiful towns and villages to visit. One of these ideal tourist spots is the village of Cutigliano that’s located close to the ski resort of Doganaccia.

For those wishing to stay in the area for a few days, why not book into a cosy villa rental with great reviews in Bagni di Lucca town, further down the mountains, only twenty minute’s drive from Cutigliano.

This beautiful medieval village is packed tightly with quaint narrow streets so it would be better to explore on foot.

It’s the proud holder of the prestigious Orange Flag Award that means it has a fantastic tourist information centre and provides excellent tours and signposts to nearby visitor attractions.

In the historic main square, see the façade of the Palace of the Captains, adorned with many coats of arms from noble families living there over the centuries. Also worth a visit are the decorative churches of the Madonna di Piazza nearby and that of St. Bartholomew, just a short scenic stroll from the village. It houses some beautiful 17th century Florentine paintings that are well worth a look. There are lots of hiking trails available to embark on from the village during the summer months especially, which range from beginner to expert level. Be sure to bring a camera to capture some breath taking photographs of the Apennines!

Tourists who come here in wintertime would thrill in a trip to the nearby ski resort of Doganaccia where the slopes reach over 1500 metres along the ridge. The joy of whizzing down these white snow slopes is sure to add generously to you happy memories of this Tuscan holiday; it’s so much fun! Read about some more of Tuscany’s finest skiing destinations to help plan a winter ski vacation here!

Visit the nearby town of Collodi where the author of the famous children’s fairytale, Pinocchio, came from! There’s a wonderful theme park here that’s ideal for the whole family to enjoy. While you’re here, enjoy a stroll around the Villa Garzoni with its colourful garden and butterfly house.

After an exhilarating day of skiing, mountain trekking or just touring around the area; why not relax back in the warm welcoming village of Cutigliano in a well reviewed restaurant called L'Osteria. Taste their exquisite spinach soufflé and the sublime home-made tagliatelle with white wine rabbit sauce.


This delicious meal would go well along with the house white wine and is sure to add the perfect finishing touch to a superb visit to this village in the Pistoia Apennines!