Free Time
Elba offers a large number of free-time activities; our students can partecipate with special
prices.
Diving
The coasts of Elba are ideal for every kind of underwater sport. The southern coast is especially good as the different depths of the water and the many reefs make diving more interesting than on the northern coast where the reefs drop steeply. While studying Italian, you may also earn a certificate at one of Elba's many diving schools.
Windsurfing and Sailing
Elba's sailing schools offer many courses in windsurfing and sailing. Experienced
windsurfers may rent boards and experienced sailors boats to enjoy Elba's beautiful sites from
offshore.
Horseback Riding
In and near Porto Azzurro there are many riding schools where you can have riding
lessons or go on excursions on horseback.
Golf
Between Portoferraio and Porto Azzurro there is a nine-hole course where equipment can
be rented.
Tennis
Many hotels have tennis courts that non-residents may rent.
Cycling
Bicycles may easily be rented. Maps showing routes round the island for both the
beginner and the expert are available.
Walking
Elba is excellent for walking. The Italian Touring Club has marked six routes around
Monte Capanne from whose peak you can enjoy a panoramic view from Italy to Corsica. The club
has also printed a special map showing all the old mule trails.
Hot Springs
The Hot springs of San Giovanni are ideal for bathing. Their sulfur and iron rich
lagoon mud has therapeutic qualities.
The school will gladly send you further information on these activities at your request.
Extra-Curricular Activities
The ABC ELBA Center also organizes activities such as seminars on Italian culture, dinners, films, discos, guided tours, beach excursions and visits to vineyards, where you can taste and buy the famous wines of Elba.
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