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  1. Island of Elba
  2. Sports and free time
  3. Land sports
  4. Trekking
    • Path classification
    • Signposts of the routes
    • Paths and trails
    • Excursions in safety
    • Elba Nordic Walking
    • Walking Festival
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Trekking on the Island of Elba

Walks along the paths of the Tuscan Archipelago National Park

Legend has it that the Tuscan Archipelago originated from a necklace that slipped off the neck of Venus, the goddess of beauty and love, and fell into the waters of the Tyrrhenian Sea. The nature and history of the third-largest Italian island have long intertwined to produce, in a small space, an extraordinary variety of environments and cultures.

By walking just a few kilometers, you can start from the sea and reach the mountain. You can visit the remains of an ancient Etruscan fortress and then dive into the sea from a small beach just a few hundred meters away, with the caution that the tree-covered rock a few meters from the shore, more than two thousand years ago, served as a pier for Roman merchant ships.

There is no other island in the Mediterranean where you can find a granite mountain over 1000 meters high and, just 2 hours away on foot, one of the most interesting mining areas in the world.

Those visiting the Isola d'Elba for the first time will be amazed at how, after turning a corner, unexpected and different landscapes appear. It seems that its complex geological nature has shaped everything else, and upon closer inspection, this is indeed the case. Certainly, to trace the thread of its most authentic nature, you need to view the island, even though it is intensely touristy, with different eyes. The method that produces the best results is to explore it on foot.

Doing trekking means engaging with the environment you are visiting. On Elba, even a short excursion, done slowly, to see and listen, will lead to thousands of discoveries. It is also an invitation to visit Elba during the quieter months of autumn, winter, and spring, to uncover microcosms based on delicate balances, historical, cultural, and natural values that have been forgotten.

We are sure that the excursions we offer, between sea and sky, will not only be an opportunity for knowledge but also a reason for personal enrichment in one of the most captivating landscapes in the Mediterranean.

Path classification

Italian Alpine Club scale of the levels of difficulty of the routes Read more

Signposts of the routes

How to read the signposts along the roads in Elba: the vertical and horizontal signs. Read more

Paths and trails

Trekking paths and trails in Elba for beginners and experts, suggestions on how to follow them and respect nature, and what to wear.

GTE

A challenging but very scenic route that goes right across the Island of Elba from the most northeastern point to the western coast (or vice versa).
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Napoleon's walk

Trekking itinerary that goes along the same route that Napoleon followed when he went from the Mulino Villa to Napoleon's Seat via Madonna del Monte.
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Marciana Marina - Sant'Andrea trekking

Wonderful excursion along the north-western coast of the Island of Elba with breathtaking sea views, Mediterranean bush and colourful flowers in full bloom.
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Nisportino - Mangani Trekking

Short and scenic hike that requires close attention. Interesting from a geological point of view.
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Biodola - Procchio trekking

The Fitness Track goes from Biodola beach to Procchio beach. It isn't difficult so it is suitable even for children.
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Carmignani Walk

The Carmignani walk is an equipped route suitable both for adults and children, and goes from Porto Azzurro to Barbarossa beach.
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At the Saint's places

A trekking route in Elba along the San Cerbone trails, amidst chestnut woods and the rocky cliffs of Marciana.
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In the land of iron

Trekking route from Rio nell'Elba, the land of iron, to the fortress of Monte Giove.
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Excursion to the Terranera lake

Short trekking from Reale beach to Terranera Lake. Suitable also for children.
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In the world of granite

Trekking excursion from San Piero along the granite paths.
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The shepherds' routes

This route represents only a small part of the network of trails of the shepherds' routes..
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On the peak of the Island of Elba

Going through ilex woods and slabs of granite and climbing up to Monte Capanne, the highest peak on the Island of Elba,
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Route with iron footholds on Monte capanne

Path No. 100 is the only Elba circuit to be awarded the EEA. It contains several very dangerous exposed parts where iron footholds are there to help you along.
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The eagles' nests

Walk along the slopes of Volterraio and Monte Castello, starting off at Rio nell'Elba.
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Enfola ring

A short walk along the Enfola promontory, with unique scenery and important historical relics all around.
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Via Crucis Madonna del Monte

Trekking excursion along the route from Marciana to the Sanctuary of the Madonna del Monte.
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From Marciana to Chiessi

Excursion on foot round the western part of the Island of Elba: from Marciana to Chiessi.
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Capo Castello - Tonietti Mausoleum - Cavo

Excursion on the eastern side of the Island of Elba, near Cavo, among hawks and pheasants.
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Campo ai Peri - Monte Orello - Acquabona

Trekking excursion across the paths of Monte Orello, as far as Acqua bona, on the Island of Elba.
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La Via dell'Essenza

La Via dell’Essenza is a project by the Acqua dell’Elba Foundation and the Tuscan Archipelago National Park aimed at creating a coastal trail around Elba.
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Excursions in safety

The 12 Federparchi golden rules so you can follow the paths within the protected areas in complete safety Read more

Elba Nordic Walking

Nordic Walking in Elba: a healthy activity suitable for all that is done in the heart of the magnificent nature on the island. Read more

Walking Festival

Walking in spring and autumn, the best way to experience the Park. Read more

Previous editions of the Walking Festival

A review of the past years’ Walking Festivals

2023 Walking Festival

From the 16th to the 28th May and from October 21st to November 4th you will be able to take part in the walking Festival excursions.
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2022 Walking Festival

2022 Tuscan Archipelago National park Walking Festival
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Walking Festival 2021

The 2021 Walking Festival is for all naturalistic and trekking fans, held in spring and autumn in the heart of the beauty of the Tuscan Archipelago Park.
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2020 Walking Festival

2020 Walking Festival, green Archipelago in the heart of the Tuscan Islands.
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Islands of the 2019 Tuscan Walking Festival

2019 Walking Festival, green Archipelago in the heart of the Tuscan Islands.
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Islands at the Tuscany Walking Festival 2018

To walk along the panoramic paths of the National Park of the Tuscan Archipelago in no hurry. Program for 2018
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Tuscan Islands Walking Festival 2017

All the events of the Tuscan Islands Walking Festival 2017 with a programme that enables you to discover the hidden aspects of the Tuscan islands.
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Tuscan Islands Walking Festival 2016

All the events of the Tuscan Islands Walking Festival of 2016 with a programme that enables you to discover all the hidden aspects of the Tuscan islands.
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Tuscany Walking Festival 2015

Every part of the 2015 Walking Festival so that you can get to know every aspect of the Tuscan Archipelago National Park.
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2014 Tuscany Walking Festival

Everything about the 2014 Walking Festival in the Tuscan Archipelago Park. The programme includes many excursions following Napoleon's steps.
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