Cala Coticcio

Better skip today

Strong wind makes it hard to enjoy the day. Very strong gusts up to 48 km/h.

AURA Score

4.4

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

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Hourly wind trend

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Posidonia risk

High

AURA estimate · Recent conditions

In recent days, wind, waves and gusts may have pushed Posidonia toward the shoreline. Even if today's wind may change or help disperse accumulations, some residues may still be present on the beach.

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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.

Usually very busyLimited parkingFills up early in peak seasonIconic viewsReachable by boatSheltered from Mistral

Beach features

Sand: sand — Sandy beach, easy to lay a towel on and family-friendly.
Seabed: gently sloping
Exposure: Northeast — spectacular sunsets 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

Ponente from the west

Speed

32 km/h

Gusts 48 km/h

Offshore

Blowing from the land: tends to keep the sea calmer.

Sea details

Sea: Rough
Waves: 0.7 m
Water temperature: 22°C· in line with average
Wind direction: Ponente (west)

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.

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.