Sailing to the Tuscan islands from Puntone di Scarlino — 2026 Selection

At Puntone di Scarlino, you set sail from Marina di Scarlino, in the Gulf of Follonica, facing the Tuscan archipelago. The marina's nautical guide places the island of Elba at 16 nautical miles and Giglio at 35 miles: distances to be converted into sailing time depending on the boat, the wind and the sea conditions. The islands belong to the Tuscan Archipelago National Park; Montecristo, in particular, can only be visited with a special permit. ([visittuscany.com]

The trip also begins right along a recognizable coastline: the bay of Portiglioni, the pine groves and coves of the Bandite di Scarlino. To vary your days ashore, Castiglione della Pescaia is about a 20-minute drive from Puntone, traffic permitting. Fine summer days are ideal for swimming and anchoring; in spring and autumn, check the forecasts carefully before choosing your crossing, especially towards the more distant islands. ([it.wikipedia.org]

Among the eight boats in the selection, the Hanse 458 in Puntone di Scarlino and the BENETEAU OCEANIS 48 in Puntone di Scarlino make it possible to plan an island itinerary at your own pace. Before departure, check with the marina about sailing conditions and the rules for access to protected areas; its VHF channel is 72. ([marinadiscarlino.com]