Overview
Often called 'Tahiti of the Mediterranean', this twin-cove paradise on Caprera is reached only by a regulated trail or by boat. Pink-tinged sand, granite boulders and a luminous green-blue sea.
Cala Coticcio
Better skip today
Strong wind makes it hard to enjoy the day. Very strong gusts up to 48 km/h.
AURA Score
3.4
Accesso e regole
Area protetta del Parco — accesso con guida
Sentiero nel Parco Nazionale dell'Arcipelago di La Maddalena: l'accesso a piedi richiede prenotazione e accompagnamento da guida autorizzata. Non è una passeggiata libera.
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Hourly cloud cover trend
40%08
0%10
15%12
32%14
78%dense16
81%dense18
64%dense20
Hourly wind trend
windgustsPosidonia risk
LowAURA estimate · Recent conditions
Recent wind may have helped disperse shoreline accumulations.
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About the beach
La Maddalena · Nord
Often called 'Tahiti of the Mediterranean', this twin-cove paradise on Caprera is reached only by a regulated trail or by boat. Pink-tinged sand, granite boulders and a luminous green-blue sea.
Reachable by boat
Beach features
- Sand: sand — Sandy beach, easy to lay a towel on and family-friendly.
- Seabed: gently sloping
- Exposure: Northeast — spectacular sunrises over the sea
- Info: Protected area, Limited access in high season, Reached by foot or boat, Mediterranean scrubland, Shallow sandy seabed
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Verified on 6 May 2026 · Sources: OpenStreetMap, Ente Parco Nazionale dell'Arcipelago di La Maddalena, Regione Sardegna
Wind at the beach
Sirocco from the south-east
Speed
30 km/h
Gusts 48 km/h
Lateral
Blows along the coast, with limited effect on the water.
Sea details
- Sea: Light chop
- Waves: 0.5 m
- Water temperature: 28°C· above average
- Wind direction: Sirocco (south-east)
Why go
A go-to choice for anyone visiting northern 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
Relatively sheltered from the Maestrale, so the bay often stays swimmable when other coasts are rough. Conditions still depend strongly on wind and sea state.
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.