Nievole

Nievole, commonly referred to as Pieve a Nievole, is a comune in Tuscany, central Italy. It is located in the province of Pistoia, in the Valdinievole area, along the Nievole river. The town lies near Montecatini Terme and not far from Pescia.

The municipality sits in a flat portion of the Valdinievole valley, bordered by gentle hills. The Nievole river runs through the area, contributing to the landscape and to the region’s agricultural heritage. The territory includes the main town and several small hamlets.

The name derives from a medieval parish church, or pieve, that served the surrounding countryside. Settlement in the area dates to antiquity, with development accelerating in the Middle Ages and later with improvements in transport and industry in the 19th and 20th centuries.

The local economy combines small-scale industry, crafts, and services, with agriculture in the surrounding countryside. Proximity to spa towns such as Montecatini Terme supports commerce and tourism. Transport connections include regional roads and access to the A11 autostrada; a local railway line serves the community.

Notable features of the town include historic churches, the central square, and bridges spanning the Nievole. The Nievole river remains a defining element of the local landscape, and the town maintains cultural and civic facilities for residents of the Valdinievole region.