Monte Capanne Cable Car
Cabinovia del Monte Capanne
Ride an open, “birdcage” gondola from Marciana to the island's highest peak (1,019 metres), where clear days offer views of Corsica and the Tuscan archipelago.
Monte Capanne, at 1,019 metres, is the highest peak on Elba. The lower station lies just outside the village of Marciana. Passengers ride distinctive standing, open yellow cabins, each holding only two people. The cable car climbs for about 15 to 20 minutes to near the summit, followed by a few minutes' walk to the top. The summit has superb views: on clear days you can see Corsica, Capraia, Pianosa, Montecristo and the Tuscan coast. It usually runs from about April to October, roughly 10:00 to 17:00 (check the official website), and a round-trip ticket costs about 25 euros. It shuts down in strong winds or thunderstorms. You can also hike up or down, which takes about 2 to 3 hours one way. The summit is windy and cool, so bring a jacket.
Opening hours
Approx. Apr–Oct, around 10:00–17:00
Nearby sights
- Marciana & Fortezza Pisana
- Santuario della Madonna del Monte
- Marciana Marina
- Sant'Andrea Beach
- Cavoli Beach
- Fetovaia Beach
- Elviscot Wreck, Pomonte
- Marina di Campo