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The Best Beach in Sardinia and ItalyFor those in search of the best beach in Sardinia, with translucent turquoise waters lapping softly at a shore of pearlescent ivory sand, the archetypal paradise island Sardinia has it all. Beaches in Italy don’t get better than this. One warning though Sardinia is not just about beaches there is a whole lot of fun to be found throughout the island - just read the hilarious book The Lead Goat Veered Off: A Bicycling Adventure on Sardinia, Second Edition with Photos The water colour off these beaches shifts through every shade of turquoise and emerald during the day, simply inviting the visitor to strip off and dive in for a refreshing dip. Sardinia, Sardegna in Italian, is the right place to visit if you are looking for some of the most natural and beautiful beaches to be found anywhere in Europe. For the perfect place to stay in Sardinia - summer or winter - check out these hotels . If you prefer a little more independence then these personally selected holiday homes are ideal. A great holiday home with a hire car is my favourite way to visit Sardinia. If you aren't so keen on exploring and just want to soak up the sun on these great beaches then these are mine and my site visitors picks of the best and most charming resorts
Sardinia can offer.
My family and I have visited many of the best beaches in Sardinia and these five beaches are the Sardinian beaches that we feel are “the best” beaches in Sardinia and probably Italy’s best beaches too, though those in Conero are also amongst my favourites. I chose two, my wife two and my son the other. It was not easy, there are many more that are probably right up there in the reckoning as the best beach in Sardinia. If you have a favourite that you would like to share with me and the visitors to my site then let me know, just send it to me using the best beach form, near the bottom of the page. Guido, one of my site visitors, recommends these
stunning beaches.
First on my list is: Bidderosa BeachLocated in Orosei. This is part of a nature reserve and access is limited. You actually need to buy a ticket before going.The beach consists of five pristine coves that form a natural oasis of silver sand and crystal clear turquoise waters. To get to the beach you need to walk 4 kms down a lovely little path surrounded by junipers, pine trees, lilies and eucalyptus. Not only is the beach the best beach in Sardinia but I would rate it as one of the best in the world and that from someone who has been to many of the most beautiful Indian Ocean islands. The whole area is a secluded oasis of great natural beauty – leave behind the stresses of life and feel the worries of the world fall from your shoulders.
How to reach the beach Take the SS 125 turning and buy a ticket in the Forest Station of Orosei. Daily admission is restricted to 130 cars. Click photo for more images of Sardinia
Cala LunaThe best beach in Sardinia? Many think that this is indeed the best beach in Sardinia but this is number two on my list. It is a little difficult to reach, more details as to how to get here further on. The beach is on the North Western coast near DorgaliThe beach is a beautiful 700 meter long half moon crescent (hence the name which means half-moon in Italian)overlooking the Gulf of Orosei. The water is azure and crystal clear –the shallowness of the water means that it is a great place for children. The vibrant marine life, balmy sea temperatures and crystalline waters makes it great for snorkelers and scuba divers. Just behind the beach there are rolling hills covered in lush vegetation. Many friends of mine believe this to be not only the best beach in Sardinia but the best beach in the entire Mediterranean. On one side of the beach there are six small caves and nearby, reached by boat, there is the grotta (cave) del bue marino.
How to reach the beach It can be reached by boat leaving from the port of Cala Gonone or from the beach of Marina di Orosei. By foot follow the path leaving from Cala Fuili or Balnei. It must be said that the hike is not the easiest so if you don’t feel up to it, or have young kids, then boat is the best option. I tried the hike and I now go by boat – enough said!! Cala FuiliCala Fuili, is located on the coast of Cala Gonone a little before the beach of Cala Luna and the grotte del Bue Marino. Beautiful white sand and limpid blue sea shaded by thick junipers makes this yet another beautiful beach and one of the best beaches in Sardinia.Not, in my view, as stunning as Cala Luna this beach is still exquisite and is easier to reach on foot and by car. The view from the top of the hills around the beach is out of this world. How to reach the beach Take SS 125, follow the Cala Gonne turn and Viale Bue marino (Avenue Bue marino) and then road 26 bis till the end. A flight of steps carved out of the rock leads down to the beach. There is parking near the beach.
Cala MarioluCala Mariolu overlooks the Gulf of Orosei and it is situated in Punta Ispuligi (Baunei).This beach is serious competition to all of the above and my wife and son actually put it in joint first place, with the splendid Cala Luna, as the best beach in Sardinia. The beach takes its name from the nun seal called "mariolu" by Sardinian fishermen. The seabed and the beach are lined with pink pebbles and the colour of the water is without doubt even more spectacularly beautiful than any of the other Sardinian beaches or Italian beaches. Photos don’t do it justice and the deep azure blue of the water reminds one more of a swimming pool. An uncontaminated paradise of incomparable beauty, this is another great beach for children who can play safely near the shore in the shallow water.
How to reach the beach By sea is best on one of the many boats leaving the ports of Cala Gonone, Arbatax and Santa Maria Navarrese. It can be reached by foot but I have never tried to do so and it is meant to be an arduous hike. If you want some serious exertion before relaxing on perhaps the the best beach in Sardinia then go for it!! Click photo for more images of Sardinia
GoloritzčAnother candidate as the best beach in Sardinia and indeed one of Italy’s best beaches.The beach has white stones mixed to sand, and it offers an amazing view the Punta Goloritzč peak. Not my favourite and though stunning it is not the best beach in Sardinia. How to reach the beach
Boat trips to the beach have now resumed after having been stopped for awhile. Boats leave Cala Gonone and Santa Maria Navarrese. Hike in if you are very energetic. The fact that this beach is so difficult to get to helps to ensure that it is near the top of the list when it comes to finding the best beach in Sardinia Best Place To StayThe best way to explore the east coast of Sardinia, where these beaches are, is to rent your own place and spend a week or more exploring. If you decide to do it this way then I would suggest the villa below. It is truly exquisite and from personal experience I can highly recommend it.
Click image for details and booking infoA marvelous villa with lovely views and only a short stroll to the beach. Accommodates 6 people making it a very economical option for large families or groups. Prices often working out at less than 20 Euro per person per day Beach Hotels SardiniaThere are a variety of great hotels on the islandOne of my favourites and ideal for visiting most of the beaches above is this great hotel. It is right on the beach and very near to most of the beaches mentioned above. Definitely one of my favourite beach hotels in Sardinia and well worth a visit if you decide not to rent your own place.
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