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Paths and trails for beginners and experts

The paths and trails we suggest are easy to follow even by beginners. However, due to the type of paths and where they are, the careful excursionist might have some questions, so we suggest you go in the spring-summer months, with the necessary equipment and adequate clothing.

Whoever chooses to go for a walk along the paths and trails in Elba has also chosen to be surrounded by nature, so what better a way to improve your health, especially if you live in a big city, than an excursion. Never forget, however, that Mother Nature also belongs to our children, and our children's children; sad to say, some people's behaviour is slowly destroying our natural environment.

Some useful suggestions

  • admire and smell the flowers and wild plants, but do not pick them;
  • never light a fire for any reason at all;
  • never leave any rubbish, if there are no waste bins around, carry it with you;
  • follow only the signposted paths;
  • do not damage the trees or bushes;
  • do not disturb the animals, and do got go near their young;
  • do not shout or make any loud noises. The peace and quiet of nature belongs to everybody;
  • follow the local instructions, rules and decrees;
  • park your car or motor bike only where you are meant to, and always remember that it is strictly forbidden to go on a country path or trail by any motor vehicle;

In order to fully appreciate the immense beauty of Elba, its environmental and archeological richness of Elba, and the many variations in nature, there are many accommodation possibilities, combined with naturalistic, archeological and educational excursions available all year round:

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When to go

Any time of the year is suitable, but mid season is better if you want to avoid the crowds.

Equipment and clothing

Hiking boots are a must, as well as an anorak (a K-Way is perfect because it is very light) and a back pack. Not absolutely necessary but certainly very useful: binoculars for observing animals and admiring the Mediterranean scrub, and your camera for photographing flowers and scenery.

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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).
Cavo - Porto Azzurro GTE
From Cavo to Porto Azzurro through a territory that is rich in minerals and colours: the red earth. the green Mediterranean bush and the blue sea

Porto Azzurro - Procchio GTE
Second part of the GTE that, from the town of Porto Azzurro, across the backbone of the Island of Elba, gets you to Procchio.

Procchio - Pomonte/Patresi GTE
Third Stage of the GTE, that from Procchio goes uphill towards Monte Perone and gets you to Pomonte or Patresi (depending on the route you prefer).

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.

Nisportino - Mangani Trekking

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

Biodola - Procchio trekking

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

Carmignani Walk

The Carmignani walk is an equipped route suitable both for adults and children, and goes from Porto Azzurro to Barbarossa beach.

At the Saint's places

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

In the land of iron

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

Terranera Lake

Short trekking from Reale beach to Terranera Lake. Suitable also for children.

In the world of granite

Trekking excursion from San Piero, past Pietra Murata, and on to Moncione Mill: the granite routes in Elba.

The shepherds' routes

This route represents only a small part of the network of trails of the shepherds' routes..

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,

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.

The eagles' nests

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

Enfola ring

A short walk along the Enfola promontory, with unique scenery and important historical relics all around.

Via Crucis Madonna del Monte

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

From north to south

Excursion on foot round the western part of the Island of Elba: from Marciana to Chiessi.

Capo Castello - Tonietti Mausoleum - Cavo

Excursion on the eastern side of the Island of Elba, near Cavo, among hawks and pheasants.

Campo ai Peri - Monte Orello - Acquabona

Trekking excursion across the paths of Monte Orello, as far as Acqua bona, on the Island of Elba.

The Via dell'Essenza

The Via dell'Essenza is a project aimed at creating a coastal route on the Island of Elba: a trail that is 127 km long and divided into 12 stages.

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