Argentario

The Argentario Coast itself has more than its fair share of beaches that can only be accessed by sea. With that in mind, a maritime trip around the entire promontory from Porto Ercole to Porto Santo Stefano is a must. However, not all of Tuscany’s islands or coastlines are accessible by private boat, so always run your sailing plans by staff at the local tourist centre or marine authority to make sure you’re not stepping on any local or environmental laws.

Next up is the Marina di San Rocco in Grosseto. Thanks to its location smack bang in the middle of the Maremman coast, this marina is a great one to throw down the anchor and explore on dry land. Grosseto is perfectly placed between the Fiora Valley with its famous ancient Etruscan and medieval tufa cities and the Saturnia hot springs, and the Argentario Coastline with its beaches, port towns and islands. The marina has 561 spaces and is a short distance from the capital of the Maremma, Grosseto, and the spectacular Parco della Maremma nature reserve.

Scarlino

The last marina in the Maremma is the Porto di Scarlino, which sits at the feet of the Scarlino Fortress, just a few miles from Elba. Scarlino is home to one of Tuscany’s most famous beaches, the mythical Cala Violina, so named for its pristine white sand, which is so fine, it sounds like the strings of the violin. Cala Violina is located inside the Riserva naturale di Scarlino, another of the Maremma’s spectacular nature reserves. Unlike the Argentario Coast, Scarlino is still relatively undiscovered. Life here is quieter and more relaxed with less tourists and therefore less boats and far less competition as you scour the coastline for the perfect secluded stretch to soak up the sun and enjoy the gorgeous Tuscan summer.