THE 10 BEST Things to Do in Abetone
Things to Do in Abetone
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Day Tripsfromper adultC$79- fromper group (up to 7)C$1,374
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E-Bike Toursfromper adult (price varies by group size)C$167
Private and Luxuryfromper adultC$214
Wine Making Workshopsfromper adultC$168
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Cooking Classesfromper adultC$54
Wine Tastingsfromper adult (price varies by group size)C$213
Top Attractions in Abetone
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- Joanna HNorwich, England, United Kingdom83 contributionsWearied by museums and buildings I looked for a way to get out into the fabulous surrounding countryside. Michel had lots of ideas but this one was the one I chose first. It did not disappoint. tranquil, challenging, and with a swim too. perfect. I shall be taking Michel's advice again.Written February 10, 2018This review is the subjective opinion of a Tripadvisor member and not of Tripadvisor LLC. Tripadvisor performs checks on reviews.
- fjane84Island of Malta, Malta666 contributionsWe were really looking forward to visiting waterfall del doccione which has an easy access route that goes through this museum. However on arriving we saw it was closed with no opening info. There is a large fence all around the area blocking access to the disabled friendly path to the waterfall. It's sad that when the museum is not open even access to the waterfall alone is not possible. However the forest and river nearby is beautiful.Written May 24, 2017This review is the subjective opinion of a Tripadvisor member and not of Tripadvisor LLC. Tripadvisor performs checks on reviews.
- Brun066Florence, Italy13,881 contributionsThe most beautiful walk, among those without significant differences in height, in the Abetone area.Those who don't know the Abetone area well, might think that it is a place especially suitable for winter sports, but not for walking at high altitude: the mountains that surround it in fact appear so steep, that one can legitimately assume that there are no halfway between an (unattractive) walk in the center of the town, and some tough climb (primarily the one to the scenic “Lago Nero”).
However, this circular walk, recommended for those who want to take even long walks from Abetone (in this case approximately 7.7 km), but without significant differences in altitude, is possible. It's suitable for everyone.
The path is also highlighted (with map) on the official tourist website of the town, i.e. abetone-cutigliano.it (the text is also available in English).
In this website the circuit is called "Verginetta - Casetta di Lapo", from the name of the two points of interest that can be reached at the end of the route.
Most of the route, both on the outward and return journey, takes place in dense woods, especially silver firs (Abies alba) and beeches. It's therefore very shaded.
We are here in fact in the heart of the "Abetone Biogenetic Nature Reserve", established since decades around the Abetone area. An interesting narrative on the Reserve can be found on the web (also in English) by entering its name in a search engine. A large part of the route is also dotted with information panels (but these, sadly, only in Italian) on the flora and fauna of the area.
A little beyond the halfway point of the route, right where the ring begins which provides a different return and outward route, there's an area equipped with a water source (but a sign warns "biologically uncontrolled”), a BBQ structure, tables for eating packed lunches.
From this point, please also note the following additional detour, which will take you a few minutes. A walk of a few tens of meters on the watershed ridge towards the south-west (therefore retreating towards Abetone) allows you to come across, about 50 meters from each other, cylindrical boundary stones, of gray sandstone, very well preserved thanks to the protection of the trees above. These stones date back to the border defined in 1793 between the two states that met here, the Grand Duchy of Tuscany and the Duchy of Modena and Reggio. Each stone is engraved with the date, the order number, and the letters "TA" on the Tuscan side, "M" on the Modena side.
Continuing the journey and arriving at the end (Casetta di Lapo, about 1500 mts.) the most gorgeous panorama of the entire route opens up. Here the path overlooks the treeless ridge, therefore the view sweeps freely over the underlying valleys of the province of Modena. The pass is also dominated by the Emilia mountains looming to the north (wooded in the lower part, bare towards the top) and culminating in Monte Lagoni (1962 m). Such mountain, due to its height, precludes the view of Monte Cimone behind it, the highest peak in the entire northern Apennines (2165 m).
Last but not least: the route can also be done in winter, using snowshoes.Written June 24, 2024This review is the subjective opinion of a Tripadvisor member and not of Tripadvisor LLC. Tripadvisor performs checks on reviews. - SuperjboyManchester, UK1 contributionWe have skied many times in many countries and I have to say that the service we received from Maurizio was second to none. Just superb.
Accommodating, helpful, and always with a smile.
Plus if you hire from them, next time you get a 15% discount!
Can't recommend them highly enough.Written March 1, 2019This review is the subjective opinion of a Tripadvisor member and not of Tripadvisor LLC. Tripadvisor performs checks on reviews. - Alyssa Mae O17 contributionsThe shop is great! It offers everything you need in all varieties for a ski trip. People are also very friendly!Written July 29, 2017This review is the subjective opinion of a Tripadvisor member and not of Tripadvisor LLC. Tripadvisor performs checks on reviews.
- GerrymeisterScotland, UK49 contributionsI had two issues with this hotel. One was being charged for one of our rooms despite it having been prepaid ( mix up by Hotels.com) but the issue was the length of time to reimburse. They would not respond to my request for them to reimburse to my credit card I paid with, instead I had to furnish them with my bank details. Eventually paid in to my account a month later. We were also charged fo use of the pool. We expected to pay for massage etc but not the basic soa. No mention of it either at the reception nor at the spa. €160 charge at the end of the holiday. I have requested on 5 occasions the contact details fir their customer service director and have been totally ignored. A nice hotel spoiled by their service. We stay in Abetone every year for a few days skiing. Will most certainly not be back here.Written March 29, 2017This review is the subjective opinion of a Tripadvisor member and not of Tripadvisor LLC. Tripadvisor performs checks on reviews.
- JezblancOxford, UK363 contributionsRocked up semi prepared for the family to go and have a guided lesson and me hit the trails. Nicola one of the guides / tutors ended taking us all for a family spin along a forest track as the family were less keen on the gravity side of things. Just doing a simple pedal and Nicola got my wife doing things on the bike she would never have thought she was capable of on a bike . Great few hours and thanks to Nicola, Grazie Mille. I should also thank Rolando who set up the whole thing.Written July 27, 2015This review is the subjective opinion of a Tripadvisor member and not of Tripadvisor LLC. Tripadvisor performs checks on reviews.
- ArianneConSolana Beach, CA4 contributionsI took a lesson with Checco and really enjoyed my snowboard lesson. Checco's instructions were easy to follow and he really helped me understand the mechanics of improving my snowboarding. I definitely recommend this snowboard school for both English and Italian speakers.Written February 1, 2011This review is the subjective opinion of a Tripadvisor member and not of Tripadvisor LLC. Tripadvisor performs checks on reviews.
