Best beaches in Sardinia
Clear blue water, white sandy beaches, and Caribbean style secluded coves. Sardinia is the best choice for your beach holidays. Enjoy the sun, the warm sand under your feet and the spectacular views. We selected for you the top beaches that you should not miss during your holiday in Sardinia!
1. Rena Bianca Beach, Santa Teresa di Gallura
Rena Bianca Beach, one of the Blue Flag beaches in Sardinia, is a paradise you can find only a few hundred meters away from the center of Santa Teresa di Gallura. The beach is 200 meters wide and slopes gradually into the sea. Rena Bianca beach is suitable for families with small children and snorkelling enthusiasts. From this beach you can also see the southern coast of Corsica, and you will have Santa Teresa di Gallura within reach, perfect for a visit to the center of the town after a day at the beach.
Tritt - Where to stay: Resort Punta Falcone at 4km from Santa Teresa di Gallura.
2. Cala Sabina, Golfo Aranci
Near Golfo Aranci, north of Olbia, there is Cala Sabina beach. This secluded Caribbean-style bay is surrounded by Mediterranean vegetation and from the beach you have a view of the emerald-green sea. There is free parking and a beach bar where you can eat, drink, or rent a parasol with sunbeds. From June to September, the beach is open from 7am to midnight. If you want to be ahead of the crowds, we recommend that you go to the beach early in the morning, especially in August it can get very busy here. During the day, usually many boats make a snorkelling stop off the coast of this Caribbean beach.
Tritt Tip: The Cala Sabina beach can also be reached by train from Olbia! The station is within walking distance of the beach.
3. Cala Spinosa
A hidden paradise, ideal for those looking for relaxation away from overcrowded beaches of the Costa Smeralda. Cala Spinosa beach is the perfect location for those who like to discover unspoilt, “secret” places. To reach the beach you have to follow the directions for the lighthouse of Capo Testa via a steep path, then you will find Cala Spinosa with its 3 beaches separated by colorful rock formations. The first beach consists of a fine, white sand beach and the next two are a yellow, bronze sand beach. This part of the Sardinian coast is popular with snorkelling enthusiasts, while the views of the white cliffs of the Strait of Bonifacio and Corsica are a photographer's dream.
4. Palau
The seaside resort of Palau, on the Costa Smeralda, has been popular among international and Italian tourists for many years. Near the center of this seaside resort there are two beaches, both worth a visit. The first beach, La Sciumara, is characterized by the coarse, cream-colored sand. From the beach you have a view of the island of La Maddalena. The Porto Faro beach, also called the gem of Palau, is located close to the town, in the Porto Faro district. This beach is one of the most characteristic beaches of northern Sardinia. Porto Faro gets its name from the white lighthouse that dominates the bay, built on a rock at the end of the beach. Also, from this beach you have a magnificent view over the islands of the Maddalena Archipelago.
Tritt - Where to stay : Residence Vista Maddalena 500 meters from the center of Palau...
5. Porto Giunco, Villasimius
The tropical beach of Porto Giunco in Villasimius is characterized by a long strip of soft sand with pink shades that come from tiny pieces of granite and give the beach a tropical look. The beach is very long and there is almost always a possibility to find your own spot. Due to the shallow seabed, the Porto Giunco beach is perfect for families with children. The beach is surrounded by headlands and Mediterranean vegetation, which protects the beach from the wind and creates a unique relaxed atmosphere. Not only families with children can enjoy the beach, but also adventure seekers will love Porto Giunco. The Porto Giunco beach is very popular among surfers, snorkelers, and divers. Hiking enthusiasts can walk through the promontory to the southwest, where the Porto Giunco tower stands.
6. Cala dei Ginepri
The beautiful beaches of Cala dei Ginepri are surrounded by Mediterranean vegetation and are again characterized by the crystal-clear sea. Cala dei Ginepri consists of four beaches, joined together, and bordered by a pine forest where you can also enjoy the shade. Facing west to north-west, the beaches are all sheltered from the eastern and southern winds. Cala dei Ginepri is especially popular with windsurfers and divers!
Tritt Where to stay: Residence Baja Sardinia in Baja Sardinia.
8. Spiaggia della Pelosa, Stintino
In the northwest end of Sardinia, 2 km from Stintino, in Capo Falcone, you will find the beach of La Pelosa. Ask Italians about their favorite beaches in Sardinia and you will definitely hear about Spiaggia della Pelosa! The beach is 300 meters long and in some places as wide as 60 meters. From the beach you have a beautiful view of Isola Piana and the larger island of Asinara behind it. The Torre della Pelosa, an old lighthouse from the sixteenth century, dominates the bay from its location at the end of the beach. Capo Falcone is a popular diving area, among others the Asinara diving center and the Roccaruja diving center offer excursions to this area.
Tritt Where to stay: La Pelosa Residence in Stintino.
Did you discover other hidden gems during your holiday? We would love to hear your experience and tips! Mail us to holiday@tritt-sardinia.com
