Spiaggia di Canata in Lacona, Elba Island (Capoliveri)

Canata Beach is located in the area of Lacona, in the municipality of Capoliveri, along the southern coast of the Island of Elba, within the Tuscan Archipelago National Park.

It is a small, wild and little-frequented cove, overlooking a stretch of clear, transparent sea.

About 70 metres long, the beach is made up of dark pebbles and gravel. The seabed is mixed, with sandy stretches alternating with rocky areas; offshore and especially at the ends of the bay, there are rocks and rocky seabed, making this stretch of coastline particularly interesting for those who enjoy snorkelling and observing marine life.

Thanks to its secluded position within a small bay, Canata Beach generally remains quiet even during the busiest tourist periods. It is therefore an ideal destination for anyone wishing to relax in a natural setting, away from the more crowded areas of the Island of Elba.

The beach has no facilities, thus preserving its natural and unspoilt character. It is therefore advisable to come prepared with water, a beach umbrella and everything needed for the day.

Canata is also frequented by people who practise naturism, which is tolerated here. On the Island of Elba, the only beaches officially recognised for naturism are Acquarilli and Le Tombe, but in this cove, as in other similarly secluded and not easily accessible spots, you may come across people practising it.

How to get to Canata Beach

To reach Canata Beach, it is recommended to leave your car in the public car park near Lacona Beach, in the Via il Moletto area.

From the car park, continue on foot towards Camping Stella Mare, enter the campsite, and proceed straight along the road. Pass the campsite market and restaurant, then continue up a slope on the left until you reach a fork with a sign for Canata Beach. Here, turn right and continue along the path, which in its final section runs alongside the sea, offering pleasant panoramic views of the coast.

Shortly afterwards, on the right, you will find a stairway leading down to the cove: follow it to reach the beach directly, where you can admire the crystal-clear sea and the small bay that shelters this hidden beach.

The full route from the Via il Moletto car park to Canata Beach takes about 15 minutes on foot.

Canata Beach can also be reached by sea and is often a stop for those exploring the wild Capo di Stella promontory by canoe, kayak or SUP, starting for example from Lacona Beach, of which Canata is one of the first stops.