The view down to the sea from Capalbio, with Lago di Burano nature reserve along the coastline between Macchiatonda and Capalbio Scalo. Capalbio Scalo also has the best gelato in the area at gusto_capalbio, so that’s an after-dinner run for sure, not to mention a stop on the way back from the beach.

The nearest beach, at Macchiatonda, is 10 minutes away. The lovely Ultima Spiaggia is 5 minutes to the left in Chiarone, and La Capannuccia at Feniglia is 10 minutes to the right, with Orbetello and its bars, cafes, and shops 5 minutes further up the road. There is an excellent small supermaket at the bottom of the hill in Borgo Carige, with a larger Carrefour in Capalbio Scalo.Capalbio is a perfect summer base to explore the beaches in the area, the gorgeous Argentario peninsula, and the beauty and rich history of the Maremma.