Ferries Pianosa Island

Pianosa, reachable exclusively by sea, is located between the east coast of Corsica and Elba, the main island of the Tuscan archipelago, in the Tyrrhenian Sea. The island is quite small and as the name suggests, it is completely flat.

In 1856, the Grand Duchy of Tuscany established a penal colony on the island, where prisoners worked the fields, the activity of the high-security prison was stopped in 2011.

Due the many restrictions, the environment remained intact and the island was included in the Tuscan Archipelago National Park. Pianosa still offers a great variety of local fauna and flora, very well preserved, rich seabeds and interesting monuments.

Today it is possible to discover the island with an environmental guide who accompanies visitors through the Roman ruins and along the natural paths of the Macchia Mediterranea. A swim in the turquoise waters of Cala Giovanna is definitely worth it.

Connections to Pianosa are offered from the island of Elba and the port of Piombino, and the departures are managed by the shipping company Toremar.

From the port of Rio Marina, on the island of Elba, weekly departures to Pianosa are scheduled with a navigation time of about 2 hours to reach the island. The Tuscan coast, on the other hand, is connected to Pianosa through the port of Piombino and the trip takes about 3 hours.

On board the ferries from Pianosa, travelers can enjoy some services such as snacks/bar, toilets and internet connection. During the crossing, guests can sit on the sofas or on comfortable armchairs in the air-conditioned lounges or enjoy the ride on the outdoor decks.

There are also facilities for passengers with reduced mobility, and ships to Pianosa can also take luggage and pets on board, although it is always advisable to book in advance.