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What to see on Elba Island
Elba Island
Elba is the largest of the Tuscan islands, a microcosm made of beautiful seabed, nature parks of rare beauty, fascinating memories and evidence of a past linked to mining and iron…discover it with us!
Visiting our island is an unforgettable experience for the whole family. There are so many places to explore, each with its own unique feature! Whatever the weather, whatever you feel like doing in a specific moment and whatever the personal passion, each visitor will find just what they are looking for or simply feel like doing!
What to see on the island of Elba
The islands of the archipelago
The villages of the island
The museums of the Island
Giglio, Capraia and Pianosa
The Giglio, Capraia and Pianosa islands are three of the seven islands that make up the Tuscan Archipelago National Park.
They are characterized by very lush vegetation, almost pristine in some areas, with steep cliffs overlooking the sea and deep blue waters.
The Giglio, Capraia and Pianosa islands are three of the seven islands that make up the Tuscan Archipelago National Park.
They are characterized by very lush vegetation, almost pristine in some areas, with steep cliffs overlooking the sea and deep blue waters.
The seabed of Pianosa Island represents the pure essence of nature, never really disturbed by humans. So does the Giglio Island, renowned for its marvelous marine environment, with various species of animals including sperm whales, fin whales and dolphins, to be admired in the warmer months. Capraia Island is the only one of volcanic origin, the "wildest" with just over 300 inhabitants and many sites of historical interest.
Porto Azzurro and Portoferraio
Porto Azzurro and Portoferraio are two historic villages on Elba Island with thousands of years of history. Their golden beaches are among the most beautiful in the world, with crystal-clear waters full of wonders that are particularly appealing to scuba divers for their splendid seabed.
Porto Azzurro and Portoferraio are two historic villages on Elba Island with thousands of years of history. Their golden beaches are among the most beautiful in the world, with crystal-clear waters full of wonders that are particularly appealing to scuba divers for their splendid seabed.
In Porto Azzurro, the best equipped port on Elba, there are many quaint restaurants on stilts where you can enjoy traditional specialties. In this fishing village you can visit the 1602 Fort of San Giacomo. In Portoferraio, on the other hand, you will be fascinated by the history of the many different peoples who have been here, thanks to castles and towers from Etruscan times, Roman and Napoleonic villas.
Art and history
The Island of Elba has a wealth of stories to be told and experienced firsthand by visiting its various museums and archaeological sites.
From the Ginevro Mine, where Europe's largest magnetite mine is located, to the Archaeological Museum in Portoferraio with very ancient artifacts.
The Island of Elba has a wealth of stories to be told and experienced firsthand by visiting its various museums and archaeological sites.
From the Ginevro Mine, where Europe's largest magnetite mine is located, to the Archaeological Museum in Portoferraio with very ancient artifacts.
From the Palazzina dei Mulini, Napoleon's former official residence when he was exiled to the island, to the Pisan Fortress, Elba's historic landmark with a walkway from which to admire the most beautiful views of the azure gulf. To the Museo del Mare (Sea Museum), where precious jewels, gems and ancient coins found at the bottom of the sea are preserved: a treasure that had been lost during the shipwreck of a French vessel around 1840.
What to do if…
You want to taste the unique flavors of Elba Island?
Visit Tenuta delle Ripalte!
There is another property of the Vacanze di Charme group on our splendid island. Not only does the Wine Resort Tenuta delle Ripalte have villas and apartments, but it is also home to a Cantina d'Autore winery: from 450 hectares of vineyards, kissed by the sun of the Costa dei Gabbiani, we produce traditional Elban wines such as Aleatico, Vermentino and many others to taste!
Discover our wine: visit the wineries.
There is another property of the Vacanze di Charme group on our splendid island. Not only does the Wine Resort Tenuta delle Ripalte have villas and apartments, but it is also home to a Cantina d'Autore winery: from 450 hectares of vineyards, kissed by the sun of the Costa dei Gabbiani, we produce traditional Elban wines such as Aleatico, Vermentino and many others to taste!
Discover our wine: visit the wineries.
Is the sea rough? Do you want to immerse yourself in nature?
Go trekking in nature! Go to the Tuscan Archipelago National Park.
The park includes 56,766 hectares of sea and 17,887 hectares of land, between Livorno and the Argentario Promontory, and six islands starting from Gorgona, the smallest, passing through Capraia, Giannutri, Giglio, Montecristo, Pianosa and arriving to Elba, the largest. A park featuring woods and thick Mediterranean scrub, botanical species that grow exclusively here as the violet and cornflower of Elba, and in the sea vast meadows of posidonia, sea fans, sea anemones. For lovers of fauna, dolphins, groupers and rare ocean sunfish swim in the water while birds such as herring gulls, ravens, peregrine falcons and many others fly in the sky.
The park includes 56,766 hectares of sea and 17,887 hectares of land, between Livorno and the Argentario Promontory, and six islands starting from Gorgona, the smallest, passing through Capraia, Giannutri, Giglio, Montecristo, Pianosa and arriving to Elba, the largest. A park featuring woods and thick Mediterranean scrub, botanical species that grow exclusively here as the violet and cornflower of Elba, and in the sea vast meadows of posidonia, sea fans, sea anemones. For lovers of fauna, dolphins, groupers and rare ocean sunfish swim in the water while birds such as herring gulls, ravens, peregrine falcons and many others fly in the sky.
Is there bad weather?
Visit the Fortress of Volterraio
To immerse yourself in the atmosphere of ancient medieval battles, on the top of the hillock of Portoferraio stands the Fortress (or Castle) of Volterraio, which towers over the town to the east, and is also visible from all over the island. You can enjoy the view of all the Elba Island that enchants like the fairy tales of old: the views from the nearly 400-meter high hill on which it stands are extraordinary. An impregnable fortress, it can be reached via a path and overlooks rocky walls of red jasper, barely covered by vegetation. We recommend visiting it at sunset: you will not regret it!
To immerse yourself in the atmosphere of ancient medieval battles, on the top of the hillock of Portoferraio stands the Fortress (or Castle) of Volterraio, which towers over the town to the east, and is also visible from all over the island. You can enjoy the view of all the Elba Island that enchants like the fairy tales of old: the views from the nearly 400-meter high hill on which it stands are extraordinary. An impregnable fortress, it can be reached via a path and overlooks rocky walls of red jasper, barely covered by vegetation. We recommend visiting it at sunset: you will not regret it!
Don't feel like staying at the beach but love the water?
Don't take a single step: you have it all right here at your fingertips!
No problem! Rosselba Le Palme satisfies your desire to dive with the pool park full of water games, water jets and entertainment activities! For the older ones (and for some relaxation) in addition to the sunbathing area there is also our spa in the heart of the holiday village. If you're feeling adventurous, there's always the option of scuba diving with our diving center!
No problem! Rosselba Le Palme satisfies your desire to dive with the pool park full of water games, water jets and entertainment activities! For the older ones (and for some relaxation) in addition to the sunbathing area there is also our spa in the heart of the holiday village. If you're feeling adventurous, there's always the option of scuba diving with our diving center!
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