Best beaches when a scirocco wind is blowing

Sand, White

East

Length: 45 m

Small wild beach between Ferrato and Straccoligno, accessible only by sea or over the rocks. Crystal-clear sea and unspoilt nature.

Shingles, Golden

North

Length: 80 m

Acquaviva is a small, white shingle beach, near Enfola and Viticcio, in the commune of Portoferraio

Shingles, Multicolor

North

Length: 300 m

Bagnaia is a beach in the gulf of Portoferraio, with bathing establishments, rentals, bars and restaurants

Shingles, Grey

North

Length: 70 m

Bagno is a small beach consisting of medium/large shingle, mostly grey and multicoloured.

Sand, Golden

North

Length: 600 m

Biodola is a sandy beach in one of the most enchanting gulfs in Elba, near Portoferraio. Beautiful hotels and restaurants right on the beach.

Shingles, White

North

Length: 100 m

Cala dei Frati is a small, white pebble beach with access by sea only; sheltered from all winds, be they scirocco or the west wind.

Sand and shingles, White

North

Length: 280 m

Capo Bianco is a white pebble beach with crystal clear water, not far from the centre of Portoferraio

Reef, Grey

West

Length: 400 m

Beautiful smooth granite rocks to lie on and sunbathe.

Sand, Golden

West

Length: 50 m

The small beach of Cotoncello has smooth granite cliffs at its back, and is considered a natural swimming pool.

Shingles, White

North

Length: 70 m

Crocetta beach consists of large, cream coloured stones, and offers you a crystal clear sea near Marciana Marina.

Sand and shingles, Red

East

Length: 95 m

Ferrato Uno is a small sand and pebble beach on the eastern coast of Elba, with clear water, a shallow seabed and a natural setting.

Sand and shingles, Red

East

Length: 50 m

Ferrato Due is a small secluded beach with rocks on Elba Island's eastern coast.

Sand, Golden

North

Length: 120 m

Forno is a small, quiet sandy beach facing La Biodola Gulf.

Shingles, Grey

North

Length: 60 m

Small wild beach between Marciana Marina and Sant’Andrea, with crystal-clear sea, gravel, rocks and access by path.

Shingles, Grey

North

Length: 15 m

Enchanting tiny, almost hidden beach set like a jewel in picturesque natural surroundings

Shingles, Grey

North

Length: 95 m

La Fenicia is a long, shingle beach in Marciana Marina, with easy access and numerous facilities for the disabled.

Sand and shingles, Grey

North

Length: 90 m

La Paolina is a sand and tiny stone beach, and takes it name from Napoleon's sister.

Sand and shingles, Golden

North

Length: 60 m

Tiny beach that is interesting from a naturalistic point of view and that you get to by following the Sentiero della Salute: Biodola - Procchio.

Shingles, Grey

West

Length: 50 m

Tiny beach along the Costa del Sole that you can get to from Colle d'Orano

Shingles, White

North

Length: 330 m

Le Ghiaie, made up of small, smooth white shingle, is one of Portoferraio's most beautiful beaches. Environment protection area, thus perfect for scuba diving.

Sand and shingles, Multicolor

North

Length: 60 m

Small beach mid way between Bagnaia and Nisporto, access to which is only by sea.

Shingles, Multicolor

North

Length: 80 m

Dark shingle beach sheltered by a pine grove, on the road between Procchio and Marciana Marina.

Sand and shingles, Multicolor

North

Length: 180 m

Le Viste is a beach near the centre of Portoferraio, with the ancient Medicean walls overlooking it.

Sand and shingles, Multicolor

North

Length: 110 m

The beach in the tiny hamlet of Magazzini, right opposite Portoferraio

Sand and shingles, Multicolor

North

Length: 120 m

Almost magical because typically pristine and rugged, Mangani beach is one of the most beautiful and untouched bays on the Island of Elba.

Sand and shingles, Multicolor

North

Length: 350 m

Small beach next to the town of Marciana Marina

Shingles, Multicolor

South

Length: 18 m

Small Maretto beach on the Island of Elba, between Madonna delle Grazie and Stecchi: fine gravel, natural pools and crystal-clear sea.

Sand and shingles, Multicolor

North

Length: 140 m

Nisportino is definitely the beach for those who want to escape from the city and have a completely relaxing holiday.

Sand and shingles, Multicolor

North

Length: 220 m

Nisporto is well sheltered from the wind and is perfect for children, thanks to its sea bed and the numerous facilities available

Sand and shingles, Multicolor

North

Length: 320 m

Ottone is a tiny, quiet beach in Portoferraio and is sheltered from most of the winds.

Sand and shingles, Multicolor

North

Length: 170 m

Very characteristic beach due to the lush, subtropical vegetation growing behind it.

Sand and shingles, White

North

Length: 170 m

Padulella is a white pebble beach, near Le Ghiaie and Capo Bianco, with many facilities and a crystal clear sea.

Shingles, Grey

West

Length: 150 m

Patresi beach consists of large pebbles, and the beautiful sea bed is perfect for lovers of scuba diving and snorkelling.

Sand and shingles, Golden

South

Length: 120 m

A picturesque beach with suggestive cliffs covered in Mediterranean bush watching over it.

Sand and shingles, Golden

North

Length: 40 m

Porticciolo beach is a tiny, sheltered pristine inlet that is much loved by boatmen who are looking for peace and quiet.

Sand, Golden

North

Length: 860 m

Procchio is one of the longest and most pleasant sandy beaches in Elba, with a very wide choice of facilities and plenty room to park.

Shingles, Black

West

Length: 65 m

This beautiful cove, sometimes called Guardia beach, lies in the high cliffs of Punta Polveraia.

Shingles, Multicolor

North

Length: 100 m

Redinoce is a fully equipped, stone and sand beach between Procchio and Marciana Marina.

Shingles, Grey

North

Length: 20 m

Remonto is a tiny beach consisting of pebbles of different colours and is near Marciana Marina.

Shingles, White

North

Length: 90 m

Ripa Barata is a tiny, pristine cove that takes its name from the "landslide" of rocks to the right of the beach.

Shingles, White

North

Length: 240 m

Sansone is an enchanting beach consisting of small white shingle and has a fantastic sea bed, typical of the northern side of the Island of Elba.

Sand, Golden

West

Length: 130 m

Sant’Andrea beach, in Marciana, is a small Elban gem with granite sand, turquoise sea, cliffs and services by the sea.

Sand, Golden

North

Length: 140 m

Tiny sandy beach next to La Biodola, with many facilities and breathtaking sunsets over the Island of Capraia on the horizon.

Sand and shingles, Multicolor

North

Length: 400 m

Characteristic beach with breathtaking view of the skyline of Portoferraio, on the northern side of Elba.

Sand and shingles, Golden

North

Length: 180 m

Seccione beach (also called Prunini) is a very quiet and relaxing beach on the road to Viticcio, in Portoferraio.

Shingles, White

North

Length: 80 m

La Sorgente (also called Acquavivetta) is tiny, white shingle beach near Viticcio and Enfola, in Portoferraio.

Sand and shingles, White

North

Length: 190 m

Sottobomba is white shingle beach, typical of this area, with a crystal clear sea and spacious car park.

Sand, Golden

North

Length: 158 m

Fine, golden sand set like a precious jewel between two rows of cliffs: this is Spartaia beach.

Shingles, Grey

North

Length: 200 m

There are no facilities on the beaches in Viticcio, so they are perfect if you want to have a relaxing time at the beach away from the busy crowds.

Sand and shingles, Multicolor

North

Length: 180 m

Zupignano beach is geologically remarkable for its high cliffs, which seem to press it towards the sea.