Best Beaches in Northern Sardinia — Costa Smeralda, La Maddalena, La Pelosa, the Granite Coast

Northern Sardinia: the Aga Khan's billionaire playground AND the most beautiful free beaches in the Mediterranean, separated by granite. La Pelosa (Stintino), La Maddalena archipelago, Costa Smeralda.

La Pelosa, Stintino

White sand, water ankle-deep for 100m. 1,500/day cap. 3.50 entry.

Spiaggia del Principe

Most beautiful on Costa Smeralda. FREE. 10 min walk from road.

Spiaggia Rosa, Budelli

Pink beach. Landing BANNED — visible only from boat tour (35-50).

Cala Coticcio, Caprera

"Tahiti". Two tiny turquoise coves. 40 min hike. 60 people/day limit.

Capriccioli

Two crescents between granite. Shallow, calm. Free sections.

Baia di Porto Istana

3 sandy coves, 20 min from Olbia airport. First beach after landing.

Rena Bianca, Santa Teresa

Town beach facing Corsica. White sand, calm water, easy access.

Base: Olbia (airport), Palau (La Maddalena ferries), Stintino (La Pelosa). Costa Smeralda hotels 200-2,000/night. Olbia/Palau 80-180.

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