The independent guide for those arriving by sea in Porto Santo Stefano.
The Porto del Valle, the main boarding point for Isola del Giglio and Giannutri, and Argentario's largest fishing village. Part of the Porti Italia network of territorial guides — from the port to the territory, local experiences, ferries, hotels and much more.
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About 1 hour, with multiple daily departures year-round operated by Toremar and Maregiglio, over about 15 km of navigation.
No, it's seasonal, generally active from April to December with a few weekly trips; the island is part of the Tuscan Archipelago National Park and can only be visited with an official guide.
In Piazzale Candi, in the Porto del Valle area, the main port of the Grosseto province dedicated to ferries and fishing boats.
At least 30 minutes with a vehicle, 20 minutes if traveling without a car; latecomers risk missing boarding even with valid documents.
Yes, they are the two main centers of the Argentario promontory: Porto Santo Stefano to the north handles more ferry traffic, Porto Ercole to the south is smaller and more historic.
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"Routes to Giglio and Giannutri depart from the Porto del Valle — Porto Santo Stefano is the true gateway to the Tuscan Archipelago."Porti Italia Network · Independent Territorial Guides
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