Districts | Lacona, Lido, Innamorata, Madonna delle Grazie, Morcone, Naregno, Pareti |
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Area | 39 km² |
Population | 4,033 |
Altitude | 167 m above sea level |
Postal Code | 57031 |
Must-see | Museum of the Sea |
Nearby | Pieve di San Michele, Sanctuary of Madonna delle Grazie, Capoliveri Mines and Old Workshop Museum, Forte Focardo |
The small town of Capoliveri is perched on a hill at 167 meters above sea level, at the foot of Monte Calmita. Once linked to agricultural and mining activities, it is now one of the most characteristic and active centers of Elba, full of charm and history.
Characterized by very particular architecture, the town still retains the appearance of a medieval village with its narrow and picturesque arched alleys called "chiassi", which hide small artisan shops and cozy places where you can taste a typical dish or a good glass of wine.
Fun Fact: There have always been several hypotheses regarding the meaning and origins of the town's name. Caput Liberum, meaning "sacred to Libero," better known as Bacchus or Dionysus, could refer to a place rich in vineyards and excellent wine; or more likely, it could derive from the very shape of the island area where Capoliveri stands: free, because it is surrounded by the sea.
In the medieval period, the town was fortified by the Pisans to defend against the constant raids of the bloody Saracen pirates: it was heavily hit in 1544 by Khayr al-Din Barbarossa and in 1553 by Dragut.
A testament to that era is the remains of the Church of San Michele.
In the Capoliveri area, there are other churches of historical importance: Church of Madonna delle Grazie, near Morcone, and Sanctuary of Madonna della Neve at Lacona.
The town is divided into four distinct districts: Fosso, Torre, Fortezza, and Baluardo, which every year in October, during the traditional Grape Festival, compete by staging extraordinary choreographies on various harvest themes.
The Grape Festival is not the only important cultural event organized in Capoliveri: on July 14th, the Festival of the Innamorata is celebrated, an ancient legend about two young lovers, Lorenzo and Maria, while during the first week of May, the Festival of the Cavatore is held in honor of the island's ancient mining origins.
Particularly beautiful is the entire coastline, characterized by a myriad of inlets and small bays surrounded by the unmistakable beauty and fragrance of Mediterranean vegetation, such as the coves of Morcone, Pareti, and Innamorata, once small fishing villages, now transformed into renowned holiday spots. Or the peaceful beaches of Naregno, Madonna delle Grazie, Felciaio, Norsi, or the larger, more frequented and equipped beaches of Lacona, Lido, and Margidore.
In the evening during the summer months, Capoliveri offers a free shuttle bus service from the parking lots below the town (cemetery area, Naregno intersection), allowing visitors to park their car in the large parking areas below Capoliveri and ride up to the Town Hall. From here, it’s only a short walk to the historic center. It’s a great service that is definitely worth using, as parking can be tricky if you arrive in Capoliveri after 9:00 PM.
Events: The patron saint of Capoliveri is the Assumption of the Blessed Virgin Mary, celebrated on August 15th. In addition, Capoliveri celebrates Saint Roch of Montpellier on August 16th.
To discover the upcoming events, visit the website www.elbaeventi.it.
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