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Plan Your Trip
to Elba Island — ferries, rentals, weather and useful numbers
How to get here from Piombino, what it costs to bring the car, which side of the island is sheltered from today’s wind, where the duty pharmacy is: the practical information you need before and during your stay.
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Tools
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Towns
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Languages
Before you go
From booking
to your first swim
The ferry from Piombino, a car or scooter once you land, the forecast that tells you which beach is sheltered today, the numbers worth keeping in your pocket: everything you need to plan the trip without leaving anything to chance.
Every section is kept up to date by our editors and available in four languages, because people reach Elba from Florence just as they do from Zurich or Munich.
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Travel toolsFerries, rentals, maps, weather, useful numbers and news
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Towns on the islandPortoferraio, Campo nell'Elba, Capoliveri, Marciana, Marciana Marina, Porto Azzurro and Rio
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Available languagesItaliano, English, Deutsch, Français
The tools
Everything you need
Everything you need
to arrive prepared
Nine practical sections, from booking the ferry to emergency numbers. Open them in any order: they are just as useful once your holiday has already started.
News and Curiosities
from Elba Island — news, stories and what is happening on the island
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Arrive and Move Around
on Elba Island — 70 minutes from Piombino, then car, bus or scooter
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Book Ferry
to Elba Island — Piombino, Portoferraio, Rio Marina and Cavo
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What to Do If…
it rains, the wind blows or the sea is rough — your plan B on Elba
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Getting Married on Elba
— weddings on the island: venues, suppliers and a sea-view fort
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Car & Scooter Rental
on Elba Island — a car for the coast roads, a scooter for the coves
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Maps and Guides
of Elba Island — trails with GPX tracks, beaches and towns
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Useful Numbers and Addresses
on Elba Island — emergencies, out-of-hours doctor, duty pharmacies
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Weather
on Elba Island — when the mistral blows, head to the east coast
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Latest News
The latest news
All articles
The latest news
from Elba Island
The weather on Elba today
Portoferraio, Isola d'Elba
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Wind rose
Live wind direction
Real-time weather data via Open-Meteo for Portoferraio. Full forecast and winds
Useful Numbers
Contacts and
All numbers
Contacts and
emergencies
Emergencies
Health
Portoferraio HospitalLoc. San Rocco - A&E
0565 926111After-hours DoctorSee numbers and hours in the guide
On-duty PharmaciesRota in the dedicated section
Transport
Moby & Toremar ticket officePiombino - ferries to Elba
0565 31100Ferry companiesMoby, Toremar, Blu Navy
Marina di Campo AirportSeasonal flights
How long do you
really need
Family
3 days
Elba with kids
Safe shallow-water beaches, educational activities and family-friendly villages.
Couple
5 days
Sea, wine and sunsets
Quiet coves, Aleatico tastings and sunset dinners: the most romantic side of Elba.
Sport
7 days
Adventure week
MTB in the morning, diving or kayaking in the afternoon and villages in the evening: for those who never stop.
Culture
4 days
In Napoleon's footsteps
Villa dei Mulini, Villa San Martino, Forte Falcone and the Rio mines: the island's history and art.
Trekking
6 days
GTE - Grande Traversata Elbana
The island's finest trek from east to west, over several stages through forests, ridges and sea.
Wedding
Getting married on Elba
Venues between sea and villages, civil and symbolic ceremonies: ideas and contacts for your big day.
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Frequently
asked questions
The questions we are asked most often before departure. If yours is not here, the Useful numbers and addresses section has the right contacts to ask.
When is the best time to visit Elba?
It depends on what you're after. For sea and nightlife: July-August. For the best balance of quality/price/crowds: June and September. For trekking and nature: April-May and October. In winter the island is quiet and authentic, but many businesses close.
Is Elba suitable for families with small children?
Yes. The island has many shallow, sandy beaches ideal for children (Biodola, Cavoli, Marina di Campo), plus family-friendly accommodation and educational nature activities.
Do you need a car on the island?
It's not essential: the ATL bus network connects the main towns. However, a car or scooter gives more freedom to reach remote beaches. In high season, public transport or a bike is best for short trips.
Are there options for intolerances or a vegan diet?
Yes: the most common intolerances (gluten, lactose) are well handled by many restaurants, and vegan options are increasingly common in the main centres. We still recommend checking with the venue in advance.
Is there mobile internet coverage on the island?
Yes, the main operators cover the towns and main roads. In some mountain areas or isolated coves coverage can be weak. Hotels and accommodation almost always offer Wi-Fi.
Can you bring pets to Elba?
Yes, including on the ferries (with a surcharge and dedicated areas). Some beaches allow pets: check the seasonal municipal rules. Many accommodations are pet-friendly.
Practical Info
Everything you
Everything you
need to know
Ferry
Piombino → Portoferraio
About 1 hour - frequent departures in summer - Moby, Toremar, Blu Navy.
By Air
Marina di Campo Airport
Seasonal flights from some Italian and European cities, generally between spring and summer.
Currency and Payments
Euro - cards accepted
ATMs in the main centres. Some beaches and clubs prefer cash.
Language
Italian - English widely spoken
German is very common among tourism operators: much of the clientele comes from Switzerland and Germany, especially on the north coast.
Seasonality
High season: mid June - mid September
In high season prices peak and beaches are busier: book early, especially for August. From October to April many businesses close, but the island offers authentic experiences at lower prices.
Map
Explore Elba
Explore Elba
on the map
Beaches, trails and points of interest: maps to find your way and get around on your own.
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