In the mine on the Island of Elba with e-bike
Overview
Explore one of the most advanced mines in Europe in the late 70s. The mines were in operation from 1971 to 1981 and it was one of the most modern mines in Europe, built with very innovative criteria for the time. At the time of the interruption of the mining activity, only 1/3 of the deposit had been exploited, despite the fact that there is still a lot of iron in the depths, available up to 250 meters below sea level.
Inclusions
- Use of bicycle
- Helmet (mandatory)
- MTB Guide and Environmental Guide
- Entry/Admission - Galleria Del Ginevro
What to expect
Itinerary
This is a typical itinerary for this product
Stop At: Tenuta delle Ripalte, Loc. Ripalte, 57031 Capoliveri LI, Italy
Here, where the green of the Mediterranean maquis fades into the blue of the sea, lies our Tenuta delle Ripalte resort on the Island of Elba, on the Costa dei Gabbiani. A place away from chaos and close to heaven, where time stops and follows the slow pace of nature, where the rust-red earth nourishes centuries-old pine trees and precious vines.
Tenuta delle Ripalte is located 9 km from the town of Capoliveri on Monte Calamita, reachable after 4 km of white road, a suggestive route, which prepares you for your arrival in this special place immersed in a dimension of peace that only the most pristine can give.
Duration: 20 minutes
Pass By: Miniere di Capoliveri, Piazza del Cavatore 1, 57031, Capoliveri, Elba Island Italy
What remains of the Calamita mine, closed for economic reasons in 1981, are the remains of the last excavations, the extraction and treatment plants for iron minerals, cutting-edge projects for those times given that it was the most modern and richest in Europe .
Pass By: Monte Calamita, Capoliveri, Elba Island Italy
Toponym attested from the 16th century and which derives from magnetite, the iron ore of which the local mines are rich, is found in the municipality of Capoliveri, in the south-eastern part of the island of Elba.
Stop At: Galleria Del Ginevro, Località Naregno, 57031 Capoliveri LI, Italy
Ginevro was the largest and most productive magnetite gallery in Europe, the flagship of Italian iron and steel production.
External excavations are somewhat limited, because unlike Calamita and the other mines on Elba, it is the only one where internal excavation has been undertaken through boreholes and galleries which starting from +6 meters developed on various levels up to to reach 54 meters below sea level.
In operation from 1971 to 1981, it was one of the most modern mines in Europe, built with very innovative criteria for the time.
Duration: 1 hour
This is a typical itinerary for this product
Stop At: Tenuta delle Ripalte, Loc. Ripalte, 57031 Capoliveri LI, Italy
Here, where the green of the Mediterranean maquis fades into the blue of the sea, lies our Tenuta delle Ripalte resort on the Island of Elba, on the Costa dei Gabbiani. A place away from chaos and close to heaven, where time stops and follows the slow pace of nature, where the rust-red earth nourishes centuries-old pine trees and precious vines.
Tenuta delle Ripalte is located 9 km from the town of Capoliveri on Monte Calamita, reachable after 4 km of white road, a suggestive route, which prepares you for your arrival in this special place immersed in a dimension of peace that only the most pristine can give.
Duration: 20 minutes
Pass By: Miniere di Capoliveri, Piazza del Cavatore 1, 57031, Capoliveri, Elba Island Italy
What remains of the Calamita mine, closed for economic reasons in 1981, are the remains of the last excavations, the extraction and treatment plants for iron minerals, cutting-edge projects for those times given that it was the most modern and richest in Europe .
Pass By: Monte Calamita, Capoliveri, Elba Island Italy
Toponym attested from the 16th century and which derives from magnetite, the iron ore of which the local mines are rich, is found in the municipality of Capoliveri, in the south-eastern part of the island of Elba.
Stop At: Galleria Del Ginevro, Località Naregno, 57031 Capoliveri LI, Italy
Ginevro was the largest and most productive magnetite gallery in Europe, the flagship of Italian iron and steel production.
External excavations are somewhat limited, because unlike Calamita and the other mines on Elba, it is the only one where internal excavation has been undertaken through boreholes and galleries which starting from +6 meters developed on various levels up to to reach 54 meters below sea level.
In operation from 1971 to 1981, it was one of the most modern mines in Europe, built with very innovative criteria for the time.
Duration: 1 hour
Additional information
- Not wheelchair accessible
- Not recommended for travelers with back problems
- Not recommended for pregnant travelers
- No heart problems or other serious medical conditions
- Travelers should have a moderate physical fitness level
- Hand sanitizer available to travelers and staff
- Guides required to regularly wash hands
- COVID-19 vaccination required for guides
- This experience requires good weather. If it’s canceled due to poor weather, you’ll be offered a different date or a full refund
- This tour/activity will have a maximum of 6 travelers
- Confirmation will be received at time of booking
Ticket delivery
You can present either a paper or an electronic voucher for this activity.
Cancellation
For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours in advance of the start time of the experience.