Monte Capanne
Monte Capanne
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A two-hour climb up the highest peak on Elba Island, Monte Capanne, provides hikers with a panoramic view of the mainland of Italy and the islands of Corsica, Capraia, Pianosa and Monte Cristo.
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Vilma C
Italy23 contributions
Jul 2024 • Family
Recommended visit to enjoy the view of the island of Elba. Organized bidonvia with staff who help get on and off.
Bar / restaurant on departure open; on arrival closed.
Compared to 15 years ago there has been a proliferation of antennas on top, but it deserves anyway.
Bar / restaurant on departure open; on arrival closed.
Compared to 15 years ago there has been a proliferation of antennas on top, but it deserves anyway.
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Written August 1, 2024
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DammiLeChiavi
Altopascio, Italy145 contributions
Jul 2024 • Family
A nice special experience.
I didn't even know, that on Elba there was a gondola lift to the highest peak, from which you could admire the island almost 360°.
It is a unique scenic area, from which to take lots of beautiful photos.
Only shame, the plant a little expensive: 20€ return, 10€ for children.
I didn't even know, that on Elba there was a gondola lift to the highest peak, from which you could admire the island almost 360°.
It is a unique scenic area, from which to take lots of beautiful photos.
Only shame, the plant a little expensive: 20€ return, 10€ for children.
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Written July 24, 2024
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Rossana L
Montevarchi, Italy49 contributions
May 2024 • Friends
We used the very suggestive and fun cable car. The journey is quite long compared to what we expected: there are 22 pylons. Once you reach the top of 1019 meters the view is beautiful. You can see the island at 360°. On the way down we stopped at the restaurant adjacent to the facility. We ate well and sitting at the outside tables among the greenery was nice.
Written May 13, 2024
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Marzia A
Sesto San Giovanni, Italy283 contributions
Aug 2024 • Couples
Worth the visit. Cable car (basket lift) takes you to the top in 18 minutes.
Marciana departure station.
At the arrival station the view is already open.
To the top you walk 100 meters of rocky path in steps, not dangerous, short, 10 minutes, but challenging.
360-degree panorama.
Closed shoes recommended, no sandals or slippers.
Open Bar - refreshment at the valley station
Closed bar refuge mountain station
Check the weather forecast.
€ 20 A / R August 2024
Possible ascent on foot from Marciana with path , in some places challenging passages Climb informed and equipped as for any mountain hike.
Marciana departure station.
At the arrival station the view is already open.
To the top you walk 100 meters of rocky path in steps, not dangerous, short, 10 minutes, but challenging.
360-degree panorama.
Closed shoes recommended, no sandals or slippers.
Open Bar - refreshment at the valley station
Closed bar refuge mountain station
Check the weather forecast.
€ 20 A / R August 2024
Possible ascent on foot from Marciana with path , in some places challenging passages Climb informed and equipped as for any mountain hike.
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Written August 1, 2024
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MAURO
Province of Novara, Italy3 contributions
Aug 2024 • Friends
Quiet ascent, beautiful view, despite the antennas. Price too high, poor services (the bar at high altitude was closed in high season) poor security. Some exposed passages are unprotected, others have their net broken or broken. Money is, but maintenance and safety are not. We are not here
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Written August 26, 2024
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Cle
107 contributions
Jul 2023 • Couples
Definetely a must-do when at Isola d'Elba.
Being a hot day in July we chose to go up with the cable car and went down by foot. Very steep and rough, the path is not always well indicated. Be sure to wear appropriate trekking shoes.
This considered, it is absolutely a suggested trip!
Being a hot day in July we chose to go up with the cable car and went down by foot. Very steep and rough, the path is not always well indicated. Be sure to wear appropriate trekking shoes.
This considered, it is absolutely a suggested trip!
Written July 17, 2023
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Jim R
Santa Fe, NM50 contributions
Apr 2023
So worth it. It can get cold and windy for the top 1/3 of the ride, but it's worth the effort. You can see Porto Ferraio and Porto Assure at the same time from the top. The bird cage experience is just so goofy you have to do it if you are there.
Written May 9, 2023
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Rachele G
5 contributions
Oct 2023 • Couples
We made the climb on foot, the first part was very beautiful and easy up to the hermitage, then gradually more challenging and rocky up to the top. Being October, the heat was bearable and it felt good. Once you get there the wonderful view makes the effort worth it, really beautiful!
The downside is that the walk is really badly signposted, and it is practically impossible to go down on foot without losing the path. We tried, gave up and took the cable car.
The downside is that the walk is really badly signposted, and it is practically impossible to go down on foot without losing the path. We tried, gave up and took the cable car.
Written October 2, 2023
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Keith Stevenson
10 contributions
Jun 2023 • Family
You can walk up or go by cable car. The walk looks great but not for the fainthearted we went by cable car which was a great experience stunning views especially from the top. Highly recommended really pleased we did this trip whilst on Elba
Written July 25, 2023
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BodenseeAustria
Larchmont, NY78 contributions
Sept 2012 • Family
We rode the Monte Capanne "cable car" with two small children (3 years and 18 months) and it's quite an adventure. Each "car" is a simple yellow cage that you stand in for the ride to the top. Like a skiing chairlift, these cages don't stop...you have to jog alongside and hop into the cage (then the attendant closes the "door" for you).
If you're squeamish about heights...it could make you nervous...but in my opinion it was really quite safe...even with the little ones.
It was a lot of fun and the views over Elba are spectacular. On a clear day you can really see the entire island.
The ride takes about 18 minutes each way, it starts up through a forest of chestnut trees and then gets "above the treeline" to the top of the mountain. The terrian in interesting and it seemed like great hiking or mountain biking trails existed the whole way up.
One last note- there's a (surprisingly) great microbrewery at the bottom that brews Elba beer using natural island springwater.
We did a tasting of the 4 beers they were currently making, and each was good. The stout, specifically (made with hints of those Chestnuts I mentioned earlier) was nutty and delicious. If you like beer, it's a worthwhile diversion for a glass or two.
If you're squeamish about heights...it could make you nervous...but in my opinion it was really quite safe...even with the little ones.
It was a lot of fun and the views over Elba are spectacular. On a clear day you can really see the entire island.
The ride takes about 18 minutes each way, it starts up through a forest of chestnut trees and then gets "above the treeline" to the top of the mountain. The terrian in interesting and it seemed like great hiking or mountain biking trails existed the whole way up.
One last note- there's a (surprisingly) great microbrewery at the bottom that brews Elba beer using natural island springwater.
We did a tasting of the 4 beers they were currently making, and each was good. The stout, specifically (made with hints of those Chestnuts I mentioned earlier) was nutty and delicious. If you like beer, it's a worthwhile diversion for a glass or two.
Written September 18, 2012
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Ci sono ristoranti/bar per mangiare in cima?
Written September 10, 2021
È possibile salire con una cane di piccola taglia al guinzaglio ?
Written September 21, 2020
Si tranquillamente, però a piedi. Per la cabinovia non credo si possa
Written September 21, 2020
La cabinovia è aperta in questo periodo? Posso salire con un bimbo di un anno nel marsupio?
Written September 11, 2018
la cabinovia è aperta e sconsiglierei comunque di portarci un piccolo
Written September 11, 2018
Ho letto che i percorsi non sono ben segnalati. Come posso fare per evitare di perdermi?
C’è qualche mappa/indicazione che potete darmi?
Vorrei salire a piedi (non cabinovia)
Grazie!
Written August 9, 2018
Non so rispondere perché sono salita e scesa con i cestelli, però so che altre persone che conosco sono salite a piedi senza problemi. Evidentemente i sentieri sono segnalati.
Written August 16, 2018
toniacuc
Capoliveri, Italy
Ciao, qualcuno sa darmi notizie sul rifugio? È possibile mangiare lì un panino a prezzi non esagerati? Grazie!
Written July 13, 2018
Meglio il ristorante della stazione di partenza: prezzi medi e maggiore scelta di quella in vetta.
Written August 9, 2018
C'è pericolo se uno soffre leggermente di vertigini o è abbastanza tranquillo ?grazie
Written June 21, 2018
Sulla cabinovia potresti avere forse qualche problema. Magari cerca di non guardare in basso. Onvece sul monte é tranquillo.
Written June 21, 2018
is the cable lift still running in October?
Written June 11, 2018
Bonjour
Je souhaiterai savoir si on peut monter à pied au Monte Capanne et redescendre en téléphérique et de quel endroit précis part-on pour l'ascension (arrêt de bus)? je vous remercie d'avance
Written March 1, 2018
Noi siamo saliti da Marina di campo e Sant'Ilario, parcheggiando presso Monte Perone, dove inizia il Sentiero delle farfalle. Puoi salire anche da Procchio.
Written August 23, 2017
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