Archaeology handicrafts and science and technology sites to visit Piombino

Want to take off? About twelve kilometres north of Piombino, the town of Baratti offers a long and beautiful beach of fine sand. As a bonus, the island of Elba and the bay of Piombino in panorama. It is easily accessible by crossing a shaded pine forest; a good place for a picnic after swimming in clear water. The beach is free and open access - which is not so frequent in Italy -, parking is not free, and beware, there are many controls in high season!