🏖️ La Maddalena Archipelago

The Most Beautiful Beaches of La Maddalena

20+ coves with crystal-clear water, pink granite and white sand. Find the perfect beach for your stay.

The La Maddalena Archipelago boasts over 20 of the finest beaches in Sardinia and Italy. From Cala Corsara to Cala Coticcio (the "Sardinian Tahiti"), to the legendary Pink Beach of Budelli — out of reach on a day trip from Palau, all within easy reach if you stay on the island.

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Bassa Trinità Beach · La Maddalena

Long sandy beach with a view over the Strait of Bonifacio. Excellent for families.

Car - Bicycle, 15 to 30 min from the centre 📍 Google Maps

Cala Brigantina Beach · Caprera Island

Sand and granite beach, accessible by car or a medium trail. Clear waters, ideal in June and September.

Trail, 30 min 📍 Google Maps

Cala Corsara · Spargi

The most photographed beach in the archipelago: white sand, blue water, pink granite. By sea only.

By boat (about 35 min) 📍 Google Maps

Cala Coticcio · Caprera

Called “Tahiti”: two white-sand coves surrounded by pink granite rocks. One of the most exclusive beaches in Sardinia.

On foot, 30-45 min Exposed SE 📍 Google Maps

Cala Francese · Carlotto

Large golden-sand beach with shallow water and blue sea: perfect for families with children. Among the most beautiful in La Maddalena.

By car (15 min from the centre) Exposed W 📍 Google Maps

Cala Garibaldi · Caprera

A historic cove a stone’s throw from Garibaldi’s house on Caprera. Crystal-clear waters and an atmosphere steeped in history and nature.

On foot 15 min from the bus stop. By car 15 min from the centre. Exposed W 📍 Google Maps

Cala Lunga · La Maddalena

A wide bay sheltered from the mistral wind: ideal when the northern beaches are rough. Bathing services and restaurant on site.

By car, parking available Exposed S 📍 Google Maps

Cala Portese · Caprera

A small wild cove on Caprera, reachable on foot from the La Maddalena campsite. Clear waters and a white-sand bottom.

On foot (10 min from the bus stop) Exposed E 📍 Google Maps

Cala Spalmatore · La Maddalena

Sandy beach in the northern part of La Maddalena with shallow, transparent waters. Ideal for children, with a view over the Gulf of Arzachena.

By bike-car (30-20 min from the centre) Exposed N 📍 Google Maps

Lo Strangolato · La Maddalena

A hidden cove among the granite rocks of Caprera, accessible only by a short trek. One of the locals’ favourite spots.

Car, 15 min from the centre Exposed NE 📍 Google Maps

Monti d’Arena Beach · La Maddalena

One of the longest beaches in the archipelago: 300 metres of white sand with shallow, transparent waters. Reachable by car from La Maddalena.

On foot (free parking) Exposed SW 📍 Google Maps

Natural Pools · Budelli Island

A protected arm of sea between Budelli, Razzoli and Santa Maria, with still water even in strong wind. An ideal spot for snorkelling.

By boat only, 45 min Exposed W 📍 Google Maps

Pink Beach of Budelli

The most famous pink beach in the Mediterranean. Viewing from the jetty, no walking on the sand.

By boat only (40 min) 📍 Google Maps

Punta Tegge · La Maddalena

Spectacular sunset over the Tyrrhenian, calm waters and uncrowded. Accessible by car.

Car-Bus-Bike (about 15-20 min from the centre) 📍 Google Maps

Santa Maria Beach

Beach on the island of the same name with intensely turquoise waters. Little frequented thanks to its remote position in the archipelago.

By boat only (50 min) Exposed N 📍 Google Maps

Testa del Polpo · La Maddalena

Granite and Mediterranean-scrub beach on the island of La Maddalena. Accessible by car.

Car, scooter, bicycle 📍 Google Maps

Wreck Beach · Caprera

A wild beach with an emerging wreck that creates a perfect seabed for snorkelling. Little frequented, ideal for those seeking silence.

By car, 25 min from the centre Exposed NE 📍 Google Maps

Vivi l'isola, non visitarla

Le spiagge migliori si vivono quando il sole è basso.

All'alba e al tramonto le cale si svuotano: restano il silenzio, la brezza della sera e quelle notti d'estate che ti porterai dietro per tutta la vita. Per viverle davvero c'è un solo modo, dormire sull'isola.

Where to Stay in La Maddalena