Portoferraio Beaches

Portoferraio is a charming coastal town located in Tuscany, Italy. Known for its rich history and picturesque landscapes, it serves as a popular tourist destination, attracting visitors from around the globe.

Spiaggia delle Ghiaie is a beach of unique beauty, characterized by small polished eurite pebbles and surrounded by breathtaking views of the Medici fortifications. The beach is part of the Marine Reserve of Scoglietto, a richly biodiverse area that encourages snorkeling due to the abundance of fish. Padulella Beach, known for its clear turquoise waters and high white cliffs, is also part of the Marine Reserve of Scoglietto. It offers a serene and tranquil environment due to its location and natural protection from strong winds. Spiaggia di Capo Bianco is renowned for its stunning natural beauty and clear waters, characterized by white pebbles and surrounded by a white rock formation that reflects the seabed's bright color. Lastly, Spiaggia di Sottobomba is a picturesque beach nestled in the vicinity of the town of Portoferraio, part of the renowned "spiagge bianche" or white beaches of the region. The beach's terrain is a mix of white eurite stones and hard rocks, which give the shoreline its distinctive charm and the waters their crystal clear appearance.

For more detailed information on these beaches, including a map and a more extensive list of beaches in the area, please refer to our guide below. The guide also provides information on the best time to visit Portoferraio and much more.