The ideal destination for combining fun and tranquility
Marciana Marina, in terms of size, is the smallest municipality on the island. Surrounded by lush nature and a beautiful seafront dating back to the early 20th century, Marciana Marina appears to visitors as a small and elegant living room. Its charming squares, considered true gems, are surrounded by stately buildings and luxurious homes, often home to illustrious guests. Numerous traces of Etruscan and Roman times have been discovered in the municipality of Marciana Marina. Already well-known before the great tourist development of the 1970s, throughout the 17th century and the following centuries, Marciana Marina was renowned above all for its wine production. The town, in fact, exported its most important product, the Marciana Marina is famous for its proximity to most of the Tuscan and Ligurian ports. Today, its entire territory is dotted with exceptional villas, located close to the coast or immersed in the greenery of the wonderful hills that surround the village. Those arriving by sea can admire Marciana Marina in all its splendor, with the historic center framed by the heights of Monte Giove and Monte Perone, which constitute one of the most evocative panoramas of the entire island of Elba. The view of the hilltop villages of Marciana and Poggio is also wonderful, seeming literally nestled into the northern slope of Monte Capanne. During the summer, the local clubs offer countless entertainment opportunities. However, Marciana Marina is known above all for its tranquility, calm atmosphere, and quiet lifestyle, especially appreciated by the many illustrious guests who love to frequent the resort. and mingle with tourists and locals without any worry of being disturbed. Marciana Marina is also famous for the quantity and quality of its traditional restaurants scattered throughout the town. Most of the establishments overlook the seafront, but the most famous and historic ones fill the ancient streets that wind through the center, offering tourists the most typical and traditional flavors of this fantastic Elban town.
How to get to the beach
The Marciana Marina beach is located right next to the town's seafront. Its northerly exposure ensures that it is always cool and breezy. Furthermore, this beautiful beach is never too crowded, even in July and August, and is extremely convenient for anyone staying in town who doesn't want to travel by car. The seafront offers all the services beachgoers need: bars, restaurants, ice cream parlors, shops, and much more. The beach extends for a total of 350 meters and is divided in two by a pier where ferries dock for excursions to the island of Capraia, Corsica, and San Vincenzo. The stretch of beach near the town is made up of sand and small dark gravel, while the westernmost part, located beyond the pier, is made up of golden sand. The two beaches are separated by a small marina and are located within the bay where Marciana Marina is located, while a third stretch of shore lies further west, at the end of the seafront. This last stretch is called La Fenicia and is made up of smooth pebbles. The main beach, located close to the town, is Perfect for families with children, who can also count on a beach club equipped with umbrellas, deck chairs, and a pedal boat and canoe rental service. The public gardens located behind the coastline offer a bit of cool air to face the hottest hours of the day.
