The Mines and the Coast of the Seagulls
The island boasts a wealth of mineral deposits that date back to the Etruscan era. Most of these are found on the island’s eastern side. Visible from the sea are the Ginevro mine in the municipality of Capoliveri, located along the Costa dei Gabbiani. This is the largest magnetite deposit in Europe and is considered a vital national iron reserve, kept for use in times of emergency. Nearby, you’ll also find the Calamita mine and the Sassi Neri mine.
Located in the municipality of Marciana, it boasts crystal-clear waters where granite cliffs plunge dramatically. You can reach descendnorthern side of the island, flanked by gleaming granite cliffs. On its left, through a from the narrow panoramic path, you can reach the beach ofthe fine sand Cotoncello.CURIOSITIESTo avoid the summer crowds, why not relax on the comfortablerocksadjacent areas smoothed by the sea where the they can finddarea.
Curiosity #1
Between the 1930s and 1960s, miners dug underground tunnels stretching up to around 7 km long, at about 50 metres above sea level. The miners worked in darkness and dust until the mines closed in the early 1980s.
The Costa dei Gabbiani, dominated by Monte Calamita, lies within the municipality of Capoliveri. A wild and panoramic viewpoint accessible along the old mining road. Charming bays and dramatic sea cliffs characterise this still unspoilt area.
Curiosity #2
It is named after the royal seagull that lives and nests here.
