From April to October, 22 appointments , set in the most fascinating places of the Terme di Montecatini, such as the beautiful historical hall of the Excelsior Baths, a true jewel of architecture and an ideal place to make “intimate” music like in a living room of the late nineteenth century, and the Terme Tettuccio, where the music of the great composers who helped make us known to the whole world, still resonates and welcomes the public as if in a big hug.

The festival, which enjoys the patronage of the Ministry of Patronage of MIBACT , Ministry of Cultural Heritage and Activities and Tourism, starts on April 19th.

The Montecatini Opera Festival is an event not to be missed during your stay in Tuscany, an opportunity for a fascinating journey in search of well-being in all its forms.

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Here is how “ Sguardi Di Versi ” was born, the exhibition hosted at Mo.Ca conceived and curated by Bruno Ialuna, Councilor for Culture of the Montecatini Terme Municipality, which has already attracted in the city numerous visitors and fans of poetry.

The exhibition, open to the public every day from 10.30 to 18.30 , brings together the works of numerous contemporary and non-contemporary artists, united by a single common thread: that of the poetic verses that have combined and sometimes combined with their works .

“Sguardi Di Versi” is more than just an exhibition. It is a cure, a panacea, a breath of fresh air that we should all give ourselves every so often, to divert ourselves even for a few minutes from the hectic pace of our everyday life.

Not to mention the beauty of the splendid municipal building which, without a doubt, is worth a morning visit alone. It is indeed the first ever civic gallery for Montecatini Terme , inspired by the big sisters Tate Gallery in London and Moma in New York.

The exhibition space also houses numerous world-class works, such as the paintings by Pietro Annigoni and Joan Mirò, or even the sculptures of the Swiss Claraz.

The exhibition space dedicated to contemporary art, an exceptional place for beauty and historical and cultural importance (it is one of the best preserved twentieth century buildings in Italy).

So don’t wait too long: you have time until Sunday 11 February you can come and visit it in the usual gallery opening hours.

For more information visit the website: http://www.mocamontecatini.it/

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A pleasant visit that you could do in different ways, with your car (we provide you with a convenient parking in the center if you need ) from the boulevards that lead to the Panteraie, for the two sportsmen the roads, the traditional almost 4 km of good climb, or the more technical about 2 km next to the funicular that starts up a path arriving at the foot of the famous little train “ The Funicular “the legendary 2 Gigio and Gigia carriages of the 1800s, which during the season go on continuously from 9.30 am to 12.00 pm, pulled by ropes with counterweight from above until they meet in the middle to exchange lane always fascinating for an ancestral fear of being able to touch.

Arriving in Montecatini Alto, you immediately notice the medieval town, everything breathes old and beautiful from the past; from the houses, from the walls, from the stone paving that goes up and takes you to the main square, the true fulcrum of the town nestled on two hills and its valley entirely of olive trees, you can walk all over it from top to bottom in an hour of pleasant walk , and turning your gaze to the landscape that you can aim for, one of the most sublime, so it is written on a marble tile from Giuseppe Verdi … The most splendid panoramas that I have never seen, this says a lot about what awaits you in Montecatini Alto.

The history of the city must certainly be known, also because before the true city of Montecatini was there, in Montecatini Alto.

However, we talk about the present. The Piazza Giusti , a show, always in turmoil, alive and joyful, ready to welcome both tourists and local citizens, savor some typical features of the place and if you continue straight ahead, a short climb will take you to a another of the key places in the country and its community is the Church of San Pietro Apostolo visit it!

Inside you will also find a small museum that will surprise you, as the whole country will surprise you, with its foreshortenings, its past stories, imagined to live between the past and the future, hide within its walls, the alleys, it will be a short but intense experience.

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In 2002 he did this tour with 11 other cyclists and got sponsors to pay for food, etc. When they returned, they had collected over € 5,000 more and decided to give them to charity, to the Child Cancer Foundation . When they returned, they had collected over € 5,000 more and decided to give them to charity, to the Child Cancer Foundation .

From that moment the project turned into a charity project and grew year after year. Now, 15 years later, they made a donation of almost 6.5 million euros to the Child Cancer Foundation.

In 2016 there will be more than 1,400 cyclists to travel the long 1,250 km tour from Denmark to Paris, and again all the money raised will go to the foundation.

Today 4 out of 5 children can survive cancer. We want all children to survive, and the Foundation is working on this and also to support families who have children with cancer, with the help they need.

Every year a selection is made to get new cyclists to do the tour. For example, one of the managers of our Danish partner, Gislev Rejser, is about to cycle the 1,250 km tour in 2016.

The Hotel Columbia is a sponsor of this project, in order to support the good cause, and because together we can make a difference.

All cyclists from Denmark, Sweden and Norway will reach Paris on Saturday 17th July.

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At any time you can choose one of our exclusive holiday offers and organize your trip to the wonderful spa town to watch the great musical events.

One of the most awaited events is certainly the Montecatini Opera Festival , organized by the cultural association Il Parnassus with the collaboration of the Municipality of Terme Spa.

A unique festival in the world

The Festival has a long history behind it, born in 1999 it has grown over time becoming a fixture for opera lovers .

Since the early years the Festival has featured high-level shows, with internationally renowned artists flanked by the best talents in the industry.

An event that has been inserted perfectly in the cultural panorama of Montecatini Terme , also thanks to the desire to seek a close synergy with the realities that operate in the entertainment world, tightening artistic collaborations of great suggestion.

Among the realities with which he collaborates there are the Arena of Verona, the Piccini Opera Association, the Luciano Pavarotti Foundation and many other internationally distinguished realities for the promotion of musical culture and not only.

Musical stages of great charm

The Festival takes place from April to October , with shows in the prestigious locations of the city, such as the Excelsior Baths or the Tettuccio, ideal settings to let yourself be carried away by the unique pleasure of good music.

In an atmosphere with an antique flavor, the great musical compositions of the masters of the past express all their strong emotional impact, for an experience of great intensity that involves all the senses.

The Montecatini Opera Festival is an event not to be missed during your stay in Tuscany, an opportunity for a fascinating journey in search of well-being in all its forms.

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What makes the thermal centers of Montecatini really special, in addition to the extraordinary scenographic context they offer, are their waters rich in beneficial substances for the body.

In combination with specific wellness treatments, the thermal waters become an important aid for the treatment of various pathologies . In particular they are indicated to improve tissue circulation and oxygenation; for the treatment of diseases related to the digestive system and the liver; to combat rheumatism, joint pain and respiratory problems.

The extraordinary beneficial properties of the thermal waters of Montecatini Terme had been known since Roman times. Today keeping intact the culture of wellness introduced in ancient times is the task of the thermal centers of Montecatini Terme, structures with imposing and scenographic architectures, designed to maximize the extraordinary naturalistic heritage of the thermal waters.

This thermal wealth is combined with a high-level wellness proposal that sees the Hotel Columbia at the forefront with its Wellness Center and the great outdoor swimming pool , which make it a reference point for relaxation in Montecatini Terme.

Not far from the Hotel Columbia there are in fact the main spas of the city.

Let’s discover the thermal centers of Montecatini together:

Terme Tettuccio

This is the largest establishment of the spa town, the building was conceived under the reign of the Grand Duke Pietro Leopoldo around the end of the eighteenth century, before being expanded and completed in the twentieth century. The imposing salons, the ambulatory and the thermal spaces richly decorated with works by the artists of the time create a warm and relaxing atmosphere. The waters of the Tettuccio spas have beneficial effects on the functionality of the liver and the digestive system.

The Excelsior Spa

The spa, built at the beginning of the twentieth century, welcomes you with its beautiful arcade with columns in pietra serena, embellished with finely decorated capitals decorated with arches and medallions depicting the illustrious men of the city. In the establishment you can perform various beauty and wellness treatments, including inhalation therapies, mud therapy or crenotherapy.

The Redi Spa

The establishment was built around 1965, according to a classic layout with rooms dedicated to the different types of wellness treatments. In particular, the Redi Thermal Baths are known for mud therapy and balneotherapy, treatments indicated to promote purification and oxygenation of the organism.

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Staying in our hotel in the heart of Montecatini Terme you will have the opportunity to plan your days dedicated to golf, easily reaching one of the most popular courses important in Italy.

The history of Montecatini Golf was born in the 80s when the farmhouses and the lands of the Pievaccia farm were transformed to create one of the most beautiful courses in the world for naturalistic and golf practice.

What awaits you in Montecatini Golf

The particularity of this field is that of offering an infinite variety of scenarios, 18 holes that develop between dense woods, ponds and slopes, for a unique sports experience of its kind.

The property is located 12 km from Montecatini Terme , surrounded by nature and offers all the comforts one may need to fully enjoy the pleasure of a round of golf.

Inside there is indeed a restaurant with indoor and outdoor seating, offering classic or quick dishes. There is also an area dedicated to wellness , with sauna, emotional shower, massage area and gym, ideal to recover from the fatigue of an entire day dedicated to golf.

The outdoor swimming pool is truly spectacular, from which you can enjoy a breathtaking view of the hilly landscape of Montalbano.

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But there are also other aspects that make this city truly unique, below you will find three things to do absolutely during your stay in Montecatini Terme.

1) The aromas and flavors of the rural world

There is nothing better than a good dish to feel gratified and in perfect shape, Montecatini Terme from this point of view really offers the embarrassment of choice.

Hams, cured meats and cheeses such as Cinta Senese, Finocchiona, Buristo, Pecorino Toscano or Caciotta Dolce are a must try, perhaps combined with an excellent wine. Among the typical products undoubtedly we cannot forget the Waffles of Montecatini, the nougat of Lamporecchio and the Brigidino.

It will not be difficult for you to find local trattorias or shops where you can taste the best of the culinary culture of Montecatini , you will discover a world of flavors and fragrances from which emerges the close link of gastronomic tradition with the peasant world.

The panoramic restaurant of the Columbia Hotel will delight you with a menu full of local delicacies, for an extraordinary journey in the Tuscan flavors.

2) An evening at the Teatro Verdi

The new Verdi Theater is definitely a must, every year it offers a rich live theater and music program .

The theater can accommodate an audience of 1,500 people, established in recent years as the cultural landmark of the Renaissance city. A unique scenic location where you can spend happy evenings in company.

3) The panorama of Montecatini from the funicular

An experience that you absolutely must experience during your stay in Montecatini is surely to travel the stretch that connects Montecatini Terme with Montecatini Alto on board the funicular.

The funicular was built at the end of the 19th century, initially moved by a steam boiler until the advent of electricity.

The carriages move on rails pulled by ropes along a 15-minute journey from which you can enjoy an incredible view of the city, the surrounding hills and valleys.

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