Island of Monte Cristo nature reserve

The state nature reserve Isola di Monte Cristo is a biogenetic reserve of 1,039 hectares established in 1971 by ministerial decree to protect the unique nature of the island.[1] Today it belongs to the Tuscan Archipelago National Park.

Visitors face a number of restrictions. Visitors with basic authorisation must stay at Cala Maestra, and can visit only the Royal Villa, the botanical garden, and the museum.

Access Information and permission

Access by sea can take place only at Cala Maestra.

Corpo Forestale di Follonica
Telefono: 0566 400 19
Email: utb.follonica@corpoforestale.it