Free Climbing: climbing on the island of Elba

The Island of Elba offers numerous opportunities for practicing sports in contact with nature. Among the most interesting sports to do on Elba is certainly Free Climbing or sport climbing.

From Fetovaia to Sant'Andrea, passing through Monte Capanne, there are many areas where climbers can challenge themselves on spectacular and often little-frequented walls: for example, along the granite cliffs of the western side or in the untouched Costa dei Gabbiani, southeast of the island.

There are several sectors and different difficulty levels for those practicing sport climbing, with some routes being only a few pitches long but rewarding due to the beautiful setting, even for those accustomed to belaying 30 meters high.

infoelba recommends: In Elba, it is not easy to gather updated information about the conditions of the routes, bolts, and belays. Unfortunately, many sectors have been sparsely used over the years, or they are particularly exposed to the sea and weather conditions. Therefore, before attempting a climb, it is always advisable to check the safety of the bolted routes.

Below you can find a selection of climbing itineraries on the Island of Elba with photos, descriptions, and suggestions prepared by expert Renato Bardi, FASI Certified Instructor (Italian Federation of Sport Climbing), Nordic Walking Instructor.
Sponsor: Lasportiva, Camp, Cassin, Julbo.