Skiing is synonymous with freedom and fun, so it should be possible for everyone. “Skiing without barriers” renders the mountains accessible, transforming nature into a wonderful opportunity to keep body and mind healthy, in every season.
The Pistoia Mountains, a true skier’s paradise, are the ideal destination for all those wanting to try out the sport and spend a thrilling week on the snow, overcoming any difficulties and physical limitations.
The Abetone-Val di Luce ski area, in the municipal territory of Abetone Cutigliano, is the largest in central Italy. It reaches heights of between some 4,000 feet (1,200 meters) and 6,400 feet (1,950 meters) above sea level, boasting around 31 miles (50 kilometers) of slopes serviced by 17 lifts, with trails differentiated by technical level, from beginner fields to more challenging runs. This includes services designed to accommodate people with disabilities, where specially trained escorts accompany skiers along the slopes and make skiing possible through the use of dedicated equipment, such as the monoski or dualski.
The Doganaccia ski area, a short distance from Cutigliano, complements the offerings of the Pistoia Mountains with an environment that is particularly suitable even for first-time skiers. The ski area stretches about 9.3 miles (15 kilometers), some illuminated for night skiing, and is serviced by chairlifts, ski lifts and magic carpets for the ski school stretch. The ski area can be reached directly from Cutigliano by cable car in just 8 minutes. At Doganaccia, there is a dualski escort service, which allows those with mobility issues to experience the descents under controlled conditions.
