Golfo Aranci – where Costa Smeralda begins

In the northeastern part of the Italian island of Sardinia, at Capo Figari, you can find coastal town of Golfo Aranci, which has become a popular and sought after tourist destination.

Capo Figari rises to a height of 340 meters and has become a small and unique nature reserve. Golfo Aranci was once just a small fishing port, which over time, with the development of tourism on the island, turned into a pleasant holiday resort providing its visitors with high quality facilities and services.

Golfo Aranci in the evening, Sardinia, Italy
Golfo Aranci in the evening, Sardinia by Patrick Nouhailler

In the surroundings there are many beautiful beaches with gradual entry into the sea. They are suitable not only for families with small children, but also for less experienced swimmers.

One of the most visited beaches are Cala Sassari and Cala Sabina. Right here begins one of the most beautiful coast of the island – Costa Smeralda. Area of this Emerald Coast belongs to the most exclusive on the island.

Golfo Aranci, Sardinia, Italy
Golfo Aranci, Sardinia by Andreas Issleib

The Gulf Coast attracts visitors not only for its beautiful beaches with white sand, but also for romantic coves, rocks towering from the sea and the great surrounding landscape. The bay is surrounded by hills protecting it from wind and adverse weather conditions.

In the center of town guests can enjoy dinners in a number of restaurants, cafes and bars. Via della Liberta is the main street that cuts the town, and is full of small and souvenir shops.

Corsica Ferries in Golfo Aranci, Sardinia, Italy
Corsica Ferries in Golfo Aranci by Hans Hillewaert

There is also a sports center with the possibility of renting equipment for scuba diving, windsurfing and other water sports. There are also several travel agencies that organize trips to the surrounding area, so you can explore nearby islets, such as Isola di Figarolo.

The town offers a unique view of the Tyrrhenian Sea and nearby islands of Tavolara and Molara. If you rent a car, you can go to a nearby Olbia or other resorts such as Porto Rotondo, Porto Cervo or Portisco.

Costa Smeralda, Sardinia, Italy
Costa Smeralda, Sardinia, Italy by PhotoWalter

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