#313 European Rank

Spiaggia di Sansone

Portoferraio, Elba, Italy•Tyrrhenian Sea• Best Season: June, July, August, September

Photo: Carlo Pelagalli (CC BY-SA 3.0) · Wikimedia Commons source

EDITORIAL SCORE

4.55/ 5.0

SEA TEMPERATURE

25.1°C

August 30-year average

DAILY BUDGET

€50/day

SAND & SHORELINE

Pebbles / Shingle

Gradual Drop

Sea Temperature by Month

30-year monthly averages for Portoferraio, Elba · NOAA satellite data

Swipe 12 months ⇄

Warm Bathwater

Jan

14.4°C

Air 19°C

Feb

13.7°C

Air 20°C

Mar

13.9°C

Air 22°C

Apr

15.0°C

Air 25°C

May

18.0°C

Air 28°C

Jun

21.6°C

Air 31°C

Jul

24.3°C

Air 33°C

Peak

Aug

25.1°C

Air 33°C

Sep

23.1°C

Air 31°C

Oct

20.7°C

Air 28°C

Nov

18.3°C

Air 24°C

Dec

15.9°C

Air 21°C

Swimmability Window · NOAA Climatology

Swimmable 10 Jun – 11 Oct (>21°C) · 123 days

30-year NOAA satellite climatological mean (1991–2020).Explore all Italy Sea Temperatures

Score Breakdown

Scenery & Setting4.6 / 5

Water Clarity & Cleanliness4.7 / 5

Sand & Shoreline Quality4.2 / 5

Atmosphere & Safety4.6 / 5

Accessibility & Entry Ease4.5 / 5

Affordability & Fair Pricing4.2 / 5

About Spiaggia di Sansone

White pebbles vanish into water so clear the boats look airborne, on Elba's northern shore.

Key Beach Facts

Official Records

•Access: Reached via a 10-15 minute scenic footpath from the Portoferraio-Enfola provincial road

•Protected Status / Environment: Part of Elba's protected white cliff coast in the Tuscan Archipelago National Park

•Notable Feature: Dazzling white Eurite pebbles and limestone cliffs producing luminous turquoise water clarity and rich snorkeling reefs

Official Tourism Authorities:visittuscany.com infoelba.com

Amenities & Facilities

Bathrooms

Yes

Showers

Yes

Free Parking

Yes

Food / Tavernas

Yes

Good for Kids

Yes

Dog Friendly

Lifeguard on Duty

Sunbed & Umbrella Rentals

Yes

Natural Cliff/Pine Shade

Yes

Wheelchair Accessible

Snorkeling & Watersports

Yes

Nudist / FKK Friendly

Getting There & Local Notes

Getting there:

Located near Portoferraio, Elba. Accessible via regional coastal roads (42.822°N, 10.293°E).

•Some of Italy's clearest water; snorkelling heaven.

•White cliffs and pines on Elba's northern shore.

Nearest Airport & Transit Gateway

INTL · 40m drive

Convenient highway or local transit access across Portoferraio, Elba, Italy.

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Frequently Asked Questions about Spiaggia di Sansone

What is the water temperature at Spiaggia di Sansone?

The peak summer sea surface temperature at Spiaggia di Sansone averages 25.1°C (77°F), based on 30-year NOAA satellite climatology.

What type of coast or sand is Spiaggia di Sansone?

Spiaggia di Sansone is classified as a pebbles / shingle shoreline located in Portoferraio, Elba, Italy.

Is Spiaggia di Sansone good for families with kids?

Yes, Spiaggia di Sansone is suitable for families and children with manageable water entry.

Are there parking and facilities at Spiaggia di Sansone?

Free parking is available. Restroom facilities are present.

Getting Around & Activities

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