Strada Vicinale

The cluster is on the slopes of the Pistoiese Apennines above the Valdinievole. The area is tied to Montecatini Terme, which has full town services, rail connections and the spa core for which it is known. Pistoia is the nearest provincial city, with a substantial historic centre and cathedral. Within this part of the hills the landscape is mostly wooded ridges, chestnut country and scattered hamlets rather than a single standout landmark. Abetone and the higher Apennine ski area are in the mountains farther north, but not within the immediate 15 km landscape.