La Biodola Beach - Portoferraio

La Biodola, located in the municipality of Portoferraio, is one of the most beautiful and famous beaches on the Island of Elba. Sheltered by the gulf of the same name and surrounded by lush Mediterranean scrub, it is mainly exposed to northern winds (such as the Mistral and the Tramontana), which clear the water, making it crystal-clear. The beach stretches for about 600 meters and is characterized by fine, golden sand—a rarity on the island. The seabed slopes gently, making the beach ideal for families with children, but it is also very popular with young people thanks to the many amenities available. It offers beach resorts, accessible facilities for people with disabilities, bars, restaurants, and boat rentals. It is also a hub for water sports, with diving, surfing, and windsurfing schools. A picturesque path along the rocks, called the "Sentiero della Salute," connects it directly to the nearby Scaglieri Beach and the Forno cove. How to get there: The turnoff for Biodola is located halfway along the provincial road connecting Portoferraio to Procchio (about 6 km from Portoferraio and 3 km downhill from the turnoff). Due to the large number of visitors, paid parking lots and the few available street parking spots fill up quickly during peak season. To solve this problem, we recommend using the public minibus service (Line 6), which runs several times a day from the terminal in Portoferraio.