Spiaggia di Ortano, Beach in Rio Marina, Elba Island, Italy
Spiaggia di Ortano is a sandy and pebbly beach on Elba's coast with a moderate length and width. The water shallow and extends far out, making it accessible for all kinds of swimmers.
The beach shows traces of its mining past with remains of an old mineral loading pier and iron rails. This infrastructure dates back to when ore was transported from the island.
The name Ortano comes from a fertile valley behind the beach that once supplied water for farming in the area. You can still see traces of this agricultural past in the landscape around the beach today.
You can reach the beach by a short path from free parking near a local holiday resort. Take time when you arrive to explore the area and find the best spot for swimming.
A small island sits at the southern end where you can walk there during low tide or swim to reach it. This rocky spot offers a different view back toward the beach and coastline.
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