Often our guests and friends visiting the archipelago ask us which are the most beautiful beaches located on the island of La Maddalena, which can therefore be reached without having to take the boat or go to Caprera - the island connected by a bridge. Here are our favorites!
#1 - Baia Trinita
Why go: the Maddalenini call it Bassa Trinita, and it is a fantastic bay with two main beaches and several other small tongues of sand that are formed according to the tides. The water is shallow for many meters, which makes for breathtaking walks in the turquoise water.
To know:
often in summer there is a lot of difficulty in finding parking and a place so it is good to come early in the morning
the first beach coming from the center is very popular with young people, which can be annoying if you are with your family or if you wants to be relaxed.
the second beach is more suited for families with small babies
Accesibility
difficult to access for those who have difficulty walking
difficult to access for strollers
What wind is it exposed to: west, mistral, north wind
Pro tip: stop at the Trinità kiosk to enjoy the sunset while sipping a local beer, the Ichnusa
Address: maps
#2 Spiaggia della Testa del Polpo - Octopus Head Beach
Why go: fantastic beach in the north east of La Maddalena suitable for both children and adults.
To know: the last stretch of road to get there is very dirt, if you go with a low car or by bike be careful!
Accessibility:
50 meters distance from the parking lot to the beach, easy enough to reach even for those who have some difficulty walking, easy for children
What wind is it exposed to: it is fairly protected from the west and other winds
Pro tip: you can get food and drinks at the nearby CONAD supermarket, as there are no bars near the beach
Address: maps
#3 Spiaggia del Morto - The Dead Beach
Why go: wide white sand beach with crystal clear sea and lots of space even in high season
Da sapere:
it is possible to park only in the recesses of the street, otherwise you will be fined by the brigade
the recesses are inside the bushes and do not hinder the passage of other cars
after days of strong west it often fills with algae, but it is still very beautiful in our opinion
Accessibility:
from the road to the beach there is a small path that is easy to walk
not wheelchair accessible
What wind is it exposed to: very exposed to the west
Pro tip: visit the sentry box of the dead, the small stone lookout from the First World War, located on the tip of the promontory to the left of the beach
Address: maps
#4 Spiaggia di Cala Francese/Carlotto beach
Why go: two idyllic beaches located a short distance from the residence and overlooking a fantastic bay, closed to boat traffic by buoys that delimit the bay
To know:
there is a small dock from which to dive
very busy in August, best to go early
if there is no place on the beach, the rocks are also fantastic
Accessibility:
difficult for those with walking difficulties
dirt parking 200 meters from the beach, connected by a dirt road to be done on foot uphill
not wheelchair accessible
What wind is it exposed to: little exposed to the west, exposed to the north-east and south-west wind
Consiglio Pro:
also visit the Madonna overlooking Spargi for a breathtaking sunset
there is a small kiosk in the parking lot where you can eat
Address: maps
#5 Spiaggia dello Strangolato -The Hang Man Beach
Why to go: small strip of sand surrounded by granite rocks sculpted by the sea and crystal clear water - enjoys the view of the promontory of Monti D'Arena
Da sapere:
it is possible to park only in the recesses of the street, otherwise you will be fined by the brigade
the recesses are inside the bushes and do not hinder the passage of other cars
Accessibilità:
the beach is accessed directly from the parking lot which is a few meters away
wheelchair accessible (with special wheels)
What wind is it exposed to: east, sirocco, grecale
Pro tip: take a peek at the villas on the coast, some are considered unique examples of their kind, designed by famous and decidedly whimsical architects
Address: maps
Bonus #6 Spiaggia di Cala Lunga
Why go: it is a small cove with crystalline water that is located close to the bay of porto massimo, reserved and not very crowded
To know: it is located near the Porto Massimo complex, a very characteristic tourist port equipped with many services and ideal for a walk after the sea
Accessibility:
parking available on the roadside
the beach is accessed by a small path which is entered through an opening in the guardrail
not wheelchair accessible
What wind is it exposed to: east, sirocco, grecale
Pro tip: after the sea go to the nearby caffe du port for an aperitif
Address: maps
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