Elba Island
Pearl of the Tuscan archipelagoPort ≈ 12 km
Elba is the largest island in the archipelago: beaches, trekking, villages, and Napoleonic history. Ferry from Piombino (≈12 km from B-Natural) — a day trip or overnight stay to discover coves, mines, and unique Tyrrhenian views.
Why visit
Beaches & coves
From Capo Bianco to Fetovaia — coastline for every taste.
Trekking
National Park trails with 360° sea views.
Villages
Portoferraio, Capoliveri, Marciana — history and Mediterranean mood.
Ferry from Piombino
Frequent connections — booking advised in high season.
Getting there
From B-Natural, reach Piombino (≈12 km) via lines 016, 019, or 02A — stop at Bivio Baratti/Caldanelle. From 11 June to 14 September, free line 15E links Caldanelle to Baratti and Populonia. From Piombino, ferries to Portoferraio, Rio Marina, and Cavo. Bus timetables at https://www.at-bus.it/it/destinationtuscany
Practical tips
- Bring camera and swimwear — every corner is different.
- Book the ferry ahead in August.
- Latest timetables at https://www.at-bus.it/it/destinationtuscany and park parking info at https://www.parchivaldicornia.it/info-e-servizi/mobilita-e-parcheggi/
