4 star camping on Elba

Families will find many sheltered bays along the 147 kilometres of coastline on the Italian Mediterranean island. Parents with children particularly like the Marina di Campo, which is the longest sandy beach on the island. Active holidaymakers can take advantage of the countless sporting opportunities on land and water: diving, sailing, cycling and hiking provide plenty of variety.

Top tips

• If you want to relax to your heart's content at a 4-star campsite on Elba, travel to a campsite with a spa. The amenities of the wellness oases include steam baths, whirlpools and sophisticated saunas. The luxurious campsites also have an expert beauty team on hand to pamper guests with massages and cosmetic treatments.
• On Elba, campers can follow in the footsteps of Napoleon: The noble Portoferraio is a perfect setting for discerning 4-star campers and is home to, among other things, the French emperor's residence, where he lived in exile on the island for ten months. With its pretty ochre-yellow houses, surrounded by green hills and a harbour, the small town exudes a truly imperial atmosphere.

Activities and excursions

Those seeking peace and quiet and families can spend relaxing hours on the sandy beaches of Elba. Active holidaymakers can explore the island on foot or by bike.

Swimming fun and water sports

Divers love travelling to the 4-star campsite on Elba because of the fascinating underwater world off the coast. The Scoglietto nature reserve near Portoferraio is particularly popular. Here, holidaymakers can discover sea bream, conger eels and moray eels on guided tours. There are also numerous caves to explore. The island is also popular for surfing. If you want to get to know this fascinating sport, book a course at one of the many sailing schools. There are courses for beginners, advanced surfers, adults and children. However, a 4-star campsite on Elba is also ideal for those who want to relax by the sea all day. The beach at Marino di Campo is ideal for families thanks to its gently sloping shore. Capolivieri in the south-east also offers a holiday paradise with the 1.2 km long Lacona beach.

Active cycling and hiking

A dreamlike landscape also awaits guests away from the beaches at the 4-star campsite on Elba. Ambitious hikers can set off from Marciana Capanne on a 15.8 km tour to the highest peak on the island, Monte Capanne. Numerous chestnut trees line the first part of the trail. The route continues via the green Valle della Nivera to the highest point. On fine days, the view from here stretches as far as the Tuscan coast and the island of Corsica. Cyclists can expect a multi-faceted network of tours. The east coast, for example, can be explored on the 20-kilometre route from Capoliveri along Monte Calamita and past pine forests, mimosas and locust trees. Sports enthusiasts also pass a protected area with wild animals.

Events

Guests can learn about culture and nature at interesting events.

March - April

• Sportella festival: On the occasion of the festival in Santa Catarina, the typical Easter dessert sportella is prepared with aniseed and given by men to their beloved ones. One of the highlights is the festive parade on Easter Sunday with musical accompaniment.

April - May

• Festival del Camminare: For one month, there are free excursions to the most beautiful spots on the island of Elba as part of the hiking festival. Nature lovers can learn interesting facts about the regional flora and fauna.

October

• Castagnata: On the last weekend of October, the medieval village of Porggio celebrates the delicious fruit of the sweet chestnut. Visitors can savour pastries made from chestnut flour, polenta and roasted chestnuts at numerous food stalls.