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
Acceptable conditions
Occasional livelier gusts between 13:00 and 17:00. Conditions should be assessed carefully. Clearly better in the morning.
AURA Score
7.7
Mattina
8.6
Good choice today
Pomeriggio
7.0
Acceptable conditions
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.
Booking requiredLimited capacityTicketOfficial website
Verifica sempre le regole aggiornate sul sito ufficiale prima di partire.
Hourly cloud cover trend
44%light08
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Hourly wind trend
windgustsPosidonia risk
PossibleAURA estimate · Recent conditions
Possible localised build-up, especially near the waterline or in more sheltered corners of the beach.
Live reports
Seaweed, jellyfish or crowded beach? Let the community know.
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, comfortable for laying out a towel.
- 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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Esplora la zona
Cala Brandinchi
Parcheggi, stabilimenti e bar nei dintorni
By camper
Beach access and a reliable nearby base for your camper.
Getting to the beach
Parking is available nearby. Camper access, height, space and overnight rules still need checking: Aura never infers them from car parking.
Where to base yourself
Camping Cala Cavallo
Campsite with camper pitches
≈ 1 km straight-line · open the map for the route
Source checked: Camping Cala Cavallo · 2026-08-08
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Did you notice something wrong about this beach?
Verified on 6 May 2026 · Sources: OpenStreetMap, Comune di San Teodoro (sito ufficiale per prenotazioni), SardegnaTurismo
Wind at the beach
Tramontana from the north
Speed
14 km/h
Gusts 27 km/h
Offshore
Blowing from the land: tends to keep the sea calmer.
Sea details
- Sea: Calm
- Waves: 0.3 m
- Water temperature: 28°C· above average
- Wind direction: Tramontana (north)
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.