Capo Stella
Italy
We will be immersed in the nature of the Capo Stella promontory, outside the traffic and surrounded by the sea.
Contents
8 sections · tap a section for its opening lines1Orientation
Welcome to Capo Stella, a dramatic, finger-like peninsula that extends into the Tyrrhenian Sea from the southern coast of Elba Island. This is a landscape of rugged 'panoramic' beauty, where the 'mare top' (top-tier sea) meets a…
Listen in the app2The Panoramic Path: Anello della Calce
We are walking along the 'Sentiero Panoramico,' a wide and accessible road that is closed to general traffic, making it a 'very nice' environment for a stroll. This path leads us toward the heart of Capo Stella, offering a…
Listen in the app3The Tip of the Finger: Punta di Capo Stella
We have reached the southernmost tip of the peninsula, the 'punta del dito.' This is a 'figata' (cool spot), a place where the land narrows and the power of the sea is most evident. From these rocks, you have a 270-degree view of…
Listen in the app4The Iron Coast: Mining Heritage and Calamita
While Capo Stella is a natural park, its history is inextricably linked to the nearby 'Miniere di Capoliveri' and the Calamita peninsula. For centuries, this part of Elba was a major industrial hub for iron extraction. …
Listen in the app5The Black Sands: Spiaggia di Terranera
A short journey from Capo Stella leads us to the unique 'Spiaggia di Terranera' (Black Earth Beach). This is one of the most visually striking beaches on the island, featuring 'terra nera' and 'ferrosa' sands that shimmer with…
Listen in the app6Capoliveri: The Medieval Hilltop Borgo
Overlooking Capo Stella from its lofty perch is the ancient village of Capoliveri. This 'borgo storico' (historic village) is one of the oldest and most atmospheric on the island, with its origins in the Roman era when it was…
Listen in the app7The Coves of Stella: Lacona and Morcone
Finally, we explore the beaches that flank Capo Stella: Lacona to the west and Morcone to the east. Lacona is one of the largest 'spiagge sabbiose' (sandy beaches) on the island, famous for its rare 'dune di sabbia' (sand dunes)…
Listen in the app8Closing
As our journey through Capo Stella and the southern coast of Elba concludes, reflect on the 'gran bel posto' (great place) we have experienced. From the 'panoramic paths' of the Anello della Calce to the industrial majesty of the…
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What is Capo Stella?
Capo Stella is a place in Italy with 8 story sections on Tellby. You can read the opening of each section on this page; the sound plays in the app.
| Location | Italy |
|---|---|
| Type | Nature |
| Story sections | 8 |
| Text language | English |
| Coordinates | 42.7473, 10.3194 |
| Last updated |