Overview
Nicknamed 'little Tahiti' for its shallow, crystal-clear water and the Mediterranean pine grove behind the sand. The view of Tavolara island dominates the horizon and makes the bay especially photogenic at sunrise.
Cala Brandinchi
Better skip today
Strong wind makes it hard to enjoy the day. Very strong gusts up to 61 km/h.
AURA Score
2.1
Accesso e regole
Prenotazione in alta stagione
Ingresso limitato (1 giu - 30 set) con prenotazione online. Contributo da €2 per visitatori ordinari; esenzioni per residenti e bambini.
Prenotazione obbligatoriaNumero chiusoTicketSito ufficiale
Verifica sempre le regole aggiornate sul sito ufficiale prima di partire.
Hourly cloud cover trend
24%08
3%10
39%12
71%light14
24%16
25%18
28%20
Hourly wind trend
windgustsPosidonia risk
LowAURA estimate · Recent conditions
Recent wind may have helped disperse shoreline accumulations.
Live reports
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Next days
About the beach
San Teodoro · Est
Nicknamed 'little Tahiti' for its shallow, crystal-clear water and the Mediterranean pine grove behind the sand. The view of Tavolara island dominates the horizon and makes the bay especially photogenic at sunrise. Suitable for families with children.
Beach features
- Sand: sand — Sandy beach, easy to lay a towel on and family-friendly.
- Seabed: very shallow
- Exposure: Southeast — sun all day long
- Services: Kiosk, Paid parkingDisponibilità stagionale: verifica prima di partire.
- Info: Limited access in high season
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Verified on 6 May 2026 · Sources: OpenStreetMap, Comune di San Teodoro (sito ufficiale per prenotazioni), SardegnaTurismo
Wind at the beach
Sirocco from the south-east
Speed
28 km/h
Gusts 61 km/h
Onshore
Blowing in from the sea: can ripple the water.
Sea details
- Sea: Light chop
- Waves: 0.4 m
- Water temperature: 29°C· above average
- Wind direction: Sirocco (south-east)
Why go
A go-to choice for anyone visiting eastern Sardinia: a recognised natural setting, distinctive sea colours and the classic Sardinian beach-day experience, best enjoyed when the daily conditions cooperate.
Wind & sea exposure
Exposure to the prevailing winds varies day to day — always check the wind and sea state before going.
Family suitability
Whether the beach feels family-friendly varies by day — check wind, sea state and access before travelling with children.
Parking & access
Parking can vary by season — plan to arrive early in July and August and check for any local restrictions before leaving.
Best time to visit
The best days are usually those with calm seas and no sustained Maestrale. Early morning and late afternoon are the most comfortable windows in summer, while June and September often hit the sweet spot of temperature, crowds and conditions.
How AURA helps you choose the right day
AURA compares the wind, sea and weather forecast for every Sardinian beach and summarises whether the day looks favourable, acceptable or best avoided. Check the live version of this page before leaving to see today's AURA score and pick the best window.