There is Elba island with beaches, fun, relaxation and culinary specialties. But there is also another island, made of little-known places, paths surrounded by nature, or overlooking the sea. Discovering it is easy. Just follow these ideas to visit Elba island on foot.
This is the route par excellence for visiting Elba island of foot. The Great Elba crossing, with its 72 kilometers, will make you cross the island from east to west, starting from Cavo and arriving at Pomonte. A long but also unforgettable journey, divided into four stages. Along the entire route there are several accommodation facilities. In addition, the Great Elba crossing, especially in the summer, is served by an efficient bus service.
An authentic must for all trekking enthusiasts. The western ring of Elba island is the coastal road that goes from Procchio to Marina di Campo. A road that will take you to touch some of the most beautiful places on Elba island, such as the Paolina islet, Mount Capanne, the Gulf of Fetovaia.
It is the highest point of Elba: from its top you can embrace the whole island, its coasts, its beaches, its inhabited centers with your gaze. It is no coincidence that the hike on Mount Capanne is one of the must-sees of any holiday on Elba island.
Perhaps not everyone knows that the hills of Elba are literally dotted with hermitages and sanctuaries, many of which date back to the period immediately following the fall of the Roman Empire. They can be reached through paths immersed in the nature of the island. Some of the most famous hermitages on Elba island are the hermitage of San Cerbone, the sanctuary of the Madonna del Monte, the sanctuary of the Madonna del Monserrato.
Another little-known aspect of Elba island. Stone monsters are natural stone formations, often very large, to which tradition and popular imagination have given names based on their shape. And so the Cullata del diavolo, Masso dell’aquila, Sedia di Napoleone e Sommergibile were born. All of them can be visited thanks to a well-marked walking route.
Very demanding path, it will take you about six hours. We start from Mount Capanne and arrive at the Pisan fortress of Marciana. You will walk along the highest ridges of Elba island but you will also be able to admire unrivaled panoramas.
Sentiero 100 is recommended for experienced and highly trained hikers.
The latest idea is certainly the most relaxing and suggestive. The best beaches on Elba island reacheable on foot are five and they are all located in the surroundings of Portoferraio: Sottobomba, Capo Bianco, Padulella, Cala dei Frati, Spiaggia delle Ghiaie.
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