Spiaggia di Scaglieri, Coastal beach in Portoferraio, Elba Island, Italy
Spiaggia di Scaglieri is a coastal beach on Elba Island featuring golden sand and clear water that remains shallow far from shore into the Mediterranean. The shoreline is framed by tall cliffs that rise dramatically along the northern side of the beach.
This beach formed through natural erosion of granite porphyries and minerals from surrounding cliffs over thousands of years. This geological process is characteristic of Elba Island's volcanic and rocky heritage.
Nearby restaurants serve traditional Tuscan seafood that reflects the island's connection to the sea and its daily catches. The food culture here is deeply rooted in what local fishermen bring ashore.
The beach offers rentals for boats, pedalos, and windsurfing gear, along with organized parking nearby. Regular shuttle buses connect the beach to nearby Portoferraio.
On clear days, visitors can spot the outlines of Corsica and Capraia islands on the horizon from the western shore. This view becomes especially striking at sunset when the distant islands stand out against the sky.
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