The city of Piombino is a magnificent destination for pleasure boating, due to its privileged location in western Italy and its splendid Tuscan architecture. A yacht charter in Piombino offers the opportunity to discover an active port and a historic center rich in monuments. The first sites to discover are the marble public fountains that once supplied the port district with water. Facing the sea, the necropolis of Populonia, located on the Gulf of Baratti and consisting of well tombs, among other features, is perfect for a pleasant stroll after a crossing.
In the open sea, the islet of Elba, separated from the city by the Piombino canal, promises a timeless getaway. From the Old Port, called Portovecchio, sailors can sail to Sardinia or Corsica. Those who want to stay in the Piombino region and enjoy its peaceful setting will fall under the spell of Piazza Verdi, topped by an enormous 13th-century tower and embellished with a 15th-century portal. to the east of this square, you can visit a keep built between the 13th and 16th centuries and a fortress dating from the 16th century.
A short cruise will give you the opportunity to discover some coves and beaches hidden in the vicinity of the city. This is the case of Calamoresca beach, certainly the most beautiful beach in Piombino, where you can relax in the shade of a parasol before you haul in the anchor. Looking for a moment of peace and quiet by the side of the boat? Set your sights on the coves of Baratti y Pozzino, Buca delle Fate or Fosso alle Canne, where calm reigns supreme.
Visit the province of Livorno
Sea excursions will also allow you to sail along the Tuscan coastline from the town of Piombino. This will be an interesting opportunity to visit other municipalities belonging to the province of Livorno and sharing their borders with Piombino, such as Follonica and San Vincenzo. You will fall under the spell of the landscapes rich in contrasts where ancient remains and wild nature combine to give rise to the famous Etruscan Coast. A stretch of coastline that stretches from Piombino to Livorno, where you can admire some vestiges of Antiquity protected by the Val di Cornia parks, which cover an area of 45 km.
Take advantage of your visit to the Val di Cornia region, halfway between Grosseto and Livorno, to discover all the charm and beauty of the «garden of Tuscany» on a hike. Stroll through the Livorno hills, hiding charming villages immersed in a picturesque setting such as Campiglia Marittima, where a historical interlude awaits you at the medieval castle of Gherardesca.
Facing the sea, the Sterpaia coastal nature park offers a range of landscapes characterizing the Maremma coastline. Discover long strips of fine sand stretching for more than 10 km, hauled in by the sides of the forests and clearings that are perfect for a little stroll.
Good to know
| Number of boats available | 1 685 |
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| Types of service | Skipper, Hostess, Sailor, Chef (meals not included), Engineer, Mechanic, Masseuse |
| Average price per week | $20,682 |
| Minimum weekly price | $738 |
| Maximum price per week | $1,008,613 |