Overview
A pair of small coves of white sand and granite, between San Teodoro and Olbia. Sheltered, clear water and a peaceful atmosphere away from the larger crowds.
Cala Girgolu
Not at its best today
Occasional livelier gusts between 13:00 and 17:00. Conditions should be assessed carefully. Clearly better in the morning.
AURA Score
6.9
Mattina
7.7
Acceptable conditions
Pomeriggio
6.4
Not at its best today
Hourly cloud cover trend
44%light08
46%light10
32%12
20%14
0%16
0%18
0%20
Hourly wind trend
windgustsPosidonia risk
LowAURA estimate · Recent conditions
Recent conditions don't suggest any new significant Posidonia build-up in the last 3 days.
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About the beach
Loiri Porto San Paolo · Est
A pair of small coves of white sand and granite, between San Teodoro and Olbia. Sheltered, clear water and a peaceful atmosphere away from the larger crowds. Suitable for families with children.
Beach features
- Sand: sand — Sandy beach, comfortable for laying out a towel.
- Seabed: gently sloping
- Exposure: North — open sea views
- Services: Parking, Bar, Equipment rentalDisponibilità stagionale: verifica prima di partire.
- Info: Sheltered from the Mistral, Shallow sandy seabed, Panoramic view, Parking
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Esplora la zona
Cala Girgolu
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
≈ 2 km straight-line · open the map for the route
Source checked: Camping Cala Cavallo · 2026-08-08
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Verified on 6 May 2026 · Sources: OpenStreetMap, SardegnaTurismo, Comune di San Teodoro
Wind at the beach
Tramontana from the north
Speed
14 km/h
Gusts 27 km/h
Onshore
Blowing in from the sea: can ripple the water.
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.