How to get around on the island of Giglio
The island of Giglio only has around 22 km of tarmac roads that connect the villages and the most important beaches. From the port of Giglio Porto, a road leads up to the medieval Giglio Castello (over 400 metres in altitude) and shortly before that down to the beach of Giglio Campese on the west coast. There is also a road from Giglio Castello that leads almost to the southern tip of Capel Rosso.
Along the entire route, the roads meander through the
through the typical landscape of the island, the Mediterranean maquis, which is only interrupted by granite rocks, pine forests and vineyards. The entire route offers amazing panoramic views of the coast and the Tuscan archipelago.
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Getting around with public transport or rentals
Fuelling stations and electric charging points
On the island you will find two petrol stations, one in Giglio Porto next to the ferry pier (also to refuel boats), and the other on the road that goes up from Giglio Porto to Giglio Castello at the junction for the Arenella. The cost per liter is usually 20-40 cents higher than on land.
Charging station for electric cars
For the moment (spring 2024) there is only one column to charge electric cars at the Hotel L’Arenella – for costs (about EUR 50) and availability please contact the hotel in advance: Tel: +39 0564 809340
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Paid parking on the island of Giglio
During the summer period (June – September) parking spaces at Giglio are chargeable at the following times:
Giglio Porto
- Piazza Rum 7 pm – 3 am
- Via Provinciale 8 am – 8 pm
- Primary school (during holidays): no charge
Giglio Castello
- Piazza Gloriosa 8 am – 12 pm
- Circonvallazione 9 am – 9 pm
- Parking under the Piazza Gloriosa: no charge
Giglio Campese
- Loc. Le Stiacce: 8 am – 8 pm
- Via Della Torre: 8 am – 8 pm
- Via Provinciale (Bus terminus): 08:00 – 20:00
- Giglio Campese – Sports ground: 08:00 – 20:00
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Travelling with your own vehicle
If you are travelling by car, you should book the ferry in good time, especially if you are travelling on public holidays, at weekends and in the high season.
Ferry Booking Online >>
Due to the traffic restrictions, in August – if you have an Italian licence plate – you must fill out a self-certification that you are staying on the island for at least 4 nights.
Traffic Restrictions >>
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