E-bike tour to the Mines of Capoliveri
Highlights
- Cycle along the Costa dei Gabbiani between sheer cliffs and picturesque coves.
- Discover the special charm of the Vallone Mines where iron was once mined.
- Enjoy a break while sipping good Tuscan wine with friends.
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Full description
Treat yourself to a half-day e-bike excursion to one of the most beautiful locations on theIsland of Elba.
You will set off from Capoliveri and ride the first 4 kilometres along the Costa dei Gabbiani, enjoying the beautiful panorama with the islets of Montecristo and the island of Pianosa in the background. You will then arrive at the Mines of Vallone, a place of characteristic charm where men and machines once worked at extracting iron.
You will then descend again towards the sea to reach Tenuta delle Ripalte, where you will make a 30-minute stop to sip some good wine. Finally, you will climb back into the saddle and return to your starting point through vineyards and beautiful coastal stretches. We are waiting for you!
What we will do
We will meet in the locality of Naregno in Capoliveri. We will find the guide waiting for us, who will accompany us along the route. Before fastening our helmets and climbing into the saddle, we will listen to the guide's short briefing. Afterwards, we will start cycling 4 kilometres along the Costa dei Gabbiani.
We will ride along the eastern part of the coast of the Island of Elba, characterised by high cliffs overlooking the sea and enchanting coves. The coast owes its name to the presence of the herring gull, a magnificent specimen that lives and nests in this part of the island. Along the way we will enjoy a truly exceptional panorama, with the islets of Montecristo and the island of Pianosa in the background.
We will then reach the Vallone Mines, where men and machines were once at work extracting iron. The mine is no longer in operation and retains a special charm, made unique by the white beach where the minerals, often beautiful, have accumulated over the years. It is no coincidence that the mine is visited by many mineral enthusiasts in search of azurite, malachite, garnets and more.
After stopping at the mine, we will descend towards the sea and follow a path that runs along the mountain until we reach the Tenuta delle Ripalte. The path is not difficult because we will find stretches of asphalt and beaten dirt road.
Once at the estate, we will take a well-deserved 30-minute break, during which we will sip good wine from the estate's cellar (not included). We will then climb back into the saddle to ride through the vineyards and come out onto a road that runs alongside the sea. We will then return to our starting point and enjoy an unforgettable seascape.
The excursion lasts a total of 4 hours.
Who it is aimed at
The activity is suitable for everyone. Bikes for children from 9 years of age with a minimum height of 140 cm can be hired.
Children can also participate, for whom free child seats are provided. It is, however, a good idea to inform the guide in advance of the presence of children so that the availability of child seats can be checked.
Other information
The excursion is available all year round and is confirmed with a minimum number of participants of 5.
For those who wish, there is the possibility of sipping a glass of Tenuta delle Ripalte's rosé, considered one of the 10 best wines in Italy. This option has an additional cost of €8.
Recommended clothing
- Sportswear
- Cycling trousers
What is included
How it works
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Send a booking request
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Receive confirmation within 48 hours
In case of confirmation, you will be charged the cost of the activity
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Live your experience
Enjoy the activity and let us know how it was!
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Buy a gift voucher
Valid 12 months from the date of purchase
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Choose your preferred date
Get in touch with the guide with the contact details on the voucher and choose the day for the activity
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Live your experience
Enjoy the activity and let us know how it was!
Meeting point
Capoliveri, Livorno
Frequently asked questions
What happens in case of bad weather?
If you have made a fixed date reservation and the weather conditions are not suitable for the safe conduct of the activity (in the expert opinion of the guide), you will be refunded the full amount paid. The guide may suggest an alternative date or time for you to conduct the activity. You can freely choose whether or not to accept these proposals. If you can’t retrieve it, we will process a full refund! If you have set the date for your Gift Voucher and bad weather did not allow the activity to take place, the Voucher remains regularly valid until the expiration date indicated on it.
If I cancel the reservation, can I get a full refund?
For this activity, the cancellation policy is flexible. You get a full refund if you cancel within 5 days from the activity start date. Within 4 and 3 days from the activity start date you will get a 50% refund. You can find the full policies in the Cancellation Policy section.
What payment methods do you accept?
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