Beach of the Lover
Watched over by the nearby Gemini islets accessible by sea, the beach is also easily reached by car. It lies about 5 km from the village of Capoliveri.
This beach, known for its crystal-clear waters and enchanting sunsets, is made up of sand and small pebbles.
From here, you can catch a distant view of Montecristo Island.
Nestled in the municipality of Marciana, it features a crystal-clear sea lapping against majestic granite cliffs. You can reach downnorth side of the island, bordered on either side by sparkling granite cliffs. On the left, through a a narrow panoramic path leads to the beach ofthe soft, fine, cottony sand.CURIOSITIESTo avoid the summer crowds, you can relax on the comfortablerocksadjacent rocks smoothed by the sea where it can be founddthe designated holes for placing the parasol.In former times, sailing ships would dock here from the mainland to load the plentiful wine produced in the zone.
Did you know?
This romantic beach takes its name from the Legend of the Lover.
The tale tells of two young betrothed who tragically died by throwing themselves from the cliff: the young woman tried to rescue her beloved, who had been captured by the troops of the pirate Barbarossa, but sadly, they both perished together.
