In the winter months, Tuscany has a lot to offer for enthusiastic skiers, but also for those interested in art and culture and those looking for relaxation.
If you want to experience the Italian way of life away from the annoying tourist crowds, you should spend your winter holiday in Tuscany. In December you can visit lively wine festivals where the Tuscan winemakers proudly present their new wines. After New Year's Eve, January is very quiet - when the olive harvest is over, the field work is suspended. Hikers can now quietly enjoy the wonderful landscape, which is almost spring-like thanks to the mild coastal climate and the evergreen vegetation.
Enjoy art and culture stress-free
A winter holiday in Tuscany is the best way to experience its incomparable art and cultural treasures. Without having to wait long in line, vacationers can now visit the Uffizi Gallery Florence visit, take a stroll through Lucca or climb the leaning tower of Pisa. Those interested in cultural events can also visit the provinces of Florence, Siena, Lucca, Pisa, Livorno and Grosseto find a wide range of concerts, theater and ballet performances.
Skiing in the mountains
In contrast to the mild climate of the coastal region and the valued inland areas, the temperatures in the higher regions of the Apennines can drop into the minus range. The Abetone ski area in the province of Pistoia is in the coldest region of Tuscany, so there is usually enough snow in winter. Around 50 kilometers of ski slopes await skiers here, offering the best conditions for every requirement. Also on the Monte cross-country ski trails Amiata, about an hour's drive from Siena, winter sports enthusiasts get their money's worth.
Winter wellness in the thermal baths
If you prefer to take it easy, you will find yourself in the numerous Tuscany thermal baths can relax wonderfully. The most famous seaside resort is safe Montecatini Terme about 50 km west of Florence. The traditional bathing establishments of this small town are concentrated in the beautiful spa park on Viale Verdi. Nevertheless, the town is quite modern and offers its visitors, in addition to a wide range of wellness and leisure activities, varied shopping opportunities.
Last updated: 06.02.2024
