La Tavola

La Tavola is a mountain summit on Elba Island that rises 936 meters above sea level, offering views across the Mediterranean Sea and surrounding islands. Marked trails lead upward from several starting points within the Marciana municipality.

The mountain lies near the territory where Napoleon Bonaparte stayed during his first exile on Elba Island in 1814. The region was also an important center for iron ore extraction from ancient times onward.

The paths around the summit connect places linked to the mining history of Elba Island, showing how extraction shaped life here for centuries. Visitors encounter traces of this work while walking through the landscape.

Sturdy hiking boots and plenty of water are recommended for the ascent, as the trail can be quite demanding. The cooler months are better for hiking to avoid the heat.

The summit features a distinctive flat surface that gave the place its name, since Tavola means table in Italian. This unusual shape becomes particularly clear when viewed from above.

Location: Marciana

Elevation above the sea: 936 m

Address: 57030 Marciana, Province of Livorno, Italy

GPS coordinates: 42.77397,10.15579

Latest update: December 14, 2025 20:25