Sailing to Tuscany Ports and anchorages’ map
Your favorite anchorages in Tuscany
(Add an anchorage)Always choose the safest spot. Try zooming in to avoid seaweed fields, then click to start your list of favorites.
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This beach is the widest and best-equipped along this stretch of coast. Gravelly and fairly shielded… Read more about this listing
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Don’t let those sparkly rocks near the edges tempt you – middle bay’s your best bet. Water’s clean e… Read more about this listing
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Just anchored my boat in Cala dello Zurletto. Found a decent spot in 6 meters depth, sandy patches b… Read more about this listing
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Phone works for checking forecasts. Those passing ferries kick up some wake, so secure your coffee m… Read more about this listing
The most popular ports and marinas
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This modern port offers a well-organized, clean environment with a range of amenities. From well-mai… Read more about this listing
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Marciana Marina is protected by a breakwater made of artificial tetrapod boulders and by an inner mo… Read more about this listing
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Navigating the marina can be cumbersome, especially if you need to carry supplies to your boat. Shar… Read more about this listing
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Giglio Porto is a delightful little port that offers a friendly atmosphere and easy access to everyt… Read more about this listing
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The coast of Tuscany
Early in its history, Tuscany’s coastal region was home to the Etruscans, masterful engineers carving out early ports that made Tuscany a key player in Mediterranean trade. Their towns along the coast, such as Populonia, produced the iron and bronze that fuelled their prosperity. They also settled in the nearby island of Elba, rich in iron ore. They turned raw materials into finely crafted goods that were sought after by other cultures, creating early trade networks.
The port of Pisa
When the Roman Republic expanded, the coastline had evolved into an important frontier of the empire. The port of Pisa, once an Etruscan outpost, became vital for Roman military campaigns and trade. The Romans established Pisa as a naval base, launching their ships into the Mediterranean waters, securing their reach across distant shores. Roman villas soon dotted the coastline and their ruins still visible today evoke images of aristocratic life with its luxurious baths and sea views.
The maritime republic of Pisa
By the time the Middle Ages rolled around, the maritime republic of Pisa had risen to power, transforming Tuscany’s coast into a naval powerhouse. Pisa’s fleets competed fiercely with rival powers such as Genoa and Venice, and its galleys sailed across the Mediterranean, engaging in trade and warfare.
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