Spiaggia delle Ghiaie, Pebble beach in Portoferraio, Italy
Spiaggia delle Ghiaie is a pebble beach with small white felsite stones on the northern coast of Portoferraio that extends for some distance along the shoreline. The water is clear and blue-green, typical of the Mediterranean in this area.
The location served as an important maritime point for centuries, with ships traveling between the island of Elba and mainland Italy. The natural harbor of Portoferraio was central to regional sea trade during these periods.
The beach is tied to local storytelling about the Argonauts, whose sweat supposedly colored the pebbles according to legend. This ancient connection shapes how locals and visitors understand the place, even if it exists mainly in conversation.
The beach offers rental services for umbrellas and lounge chairs with several bars and restaurants right by the water. You will also find a playground and a garden area where you can relax before or after swimming.
The waters belong to the Scoglietto Marine Reserve for Biology Protection, where visitors can observe numerous fish species in their natural setting. This protected status makes the area special for snorkelers and nature-minded swimmers.
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