Spiaggia di Marciana Marina, Beach in Marciana Marina, Italy.
Spiaggia di Marciana Marina is a roughly 350-meter-long beach with dark pebbles and sandy sections, featuring a wider eastern portion that gradually narrows beyond the central pier. The shoreline offers distinct zones suitable for swimming and relaxation throughout its length.
The beach lies beneath the historic Cotone district, where traditional fishermen's houses have lined the waterfront for generations. This settlement grew into Elba's main connection point to the mainland and neighboring islands.
The harbor next to the beach serves as a gathering place where locals and visitors meet throughout the day as boats arrive and depart. Fishing traditions shape daily life here and appear in the restaurants that serve fresh catch from local waters.
The beach offers wooden platforms with sunbeds and umbrellas, along with a specialized ramp into the water for visitors with mobility restrictions. The gentle sloping layout makes it a comfortable place to swim and relax throughout the year.
The dark pebbles on the eastern section result from the island's geology and create a striking visual contrast with the clear waters. This interplay between the black stones and turquoise sea becomes especially apparent when snorkeling or viewing from above.
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