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Portoferraio, the capital of Elba Island, is a small town with multiple charms, combining historical heritage, port activity, and natural beauty. A former Medici fortress, the town is dominated by several imposing bastion complexes such as Forte Falcone and Forte Stella. It also houses the Napoleonic residences, reflecting its historical role. Its pebble beaches, bathed […]
Around Portoferraio, there is a mix of rocky coves, small sandy or pebble beaches, and hills covered with Mediterranean vegetation. The northern coast, towards Enfola and Sansone, includes some of the island’s most beautiful beaches. It is characterized by cliffs and secluded beaches, accessible by trails, ideal for enjoying the clear sea. To the south, […]
Marciana, perched on the slopes of Monte Capanne, is one of the oldest villages on the island of Elba. Its stone houses, medieval streets, and Pisan fortress reflect its strategic role. Surrounding it are the thermal village of Poggio, the seaside resort of Marciana Marina, and the trail leading to the Sanctuary of the Madonna […]
The western coast of Elba Island, between Sant’Andrea and Cavoli, presents a wilder and more preserved landscape than the eastern areas. The granite cliffs plunge into clear waters where small coves, long beaches, and wave-polished rocks alternate. The coastline is dominated by the Monte Capanne massif, whose slopes are home to picturesque villages and hiking […]
Mount Capanne, reaching 1,019 meters, is the highest point on Elba Island and dominates the landscape of the Tuscan Archipelago. Its slopes present a striking contrast with the coastline: chestnut forests, Mediterranean scrub, and granite rocks alternate up to the summit, where the panoramic view encompasses the entire island and the Tyrrhenian Sea. The mountain […]
The southeast of Elba Island presents a varied landscape combining sandy beaches, rocky coves, picturesque villages, and mining heritage. The region, shaped by the history of iron exploitation, has preserved a unique cultural and natural heritage. Seaside resorts such as Capoliveri and Porto Azzurro are near small bays ideal for swimming and diving. The hinterland, […]
The northeast of Elba Island consists of a massif that extends into the waters, where Rio nell’Elba is located in the heights, Rio Marina on the eastern coast, while Magazzini, Bagnaia, Nisporto, and Nisportino are on the western side. Crossing Monte Capannello, a ridge runs through this area, combining varied landscapes: rugged coasts, sandy and […]
Between Procchio in the north and Marina di Campo in the south, two beautiful sandy beaches are connected, with medieval villages on the heights in between, hiking trails through the maquis, timeless historical buildings, abandoned churches, and geological and artisanal curiosities of the island. This area thus allows for a combination of relaxation by the […]
