Portoferraio – the largest and capital city of the Italian island of Elba

Updated June 10, 2026 by europeexplored No Comments

Portoferraio curves around a natural harbour on the northern coast of Elba. White buildings climb the hillsides beneath the gaze of ancient fortresses. Napoleon spent his first exile here, and his presence lingers in the Villa dei Mulini and the Villa San Martino. Ferries from the mainland arrive daily, disgorging travellers eager to explore the […]

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Island of Elba – pearl of the Tuscan Archipelago

Updated June 19, 2026 by europeexplored No Comments

Updated: May 23, 2020 | By Claire | More Elba is one of the most beautiful islands of Italy with crystal clear water. It is the third largest island of Italy – after Sicily and Sardinia. Its capital city is Portoferraio which is the largest city of Elba. The island is situated about 20km west […]

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