Overview
Often called 'Long Beach', this curving stretch of fine sand is the longest on the Costa Smeralda. Clear water, a gentle slope and parking behind the dunes make it one of the area's most practical premium beaches.
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Strong wind makes it hard to enjoy the day. Very strong gusts up to 51 km/h.
AURA Score
5.8
Hourly cloud cover trend
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Hourly wind trend
windgustsPosidonia risk
LikelyAURA estimate · Recent conditions
Possible localised build-up, especially near the waterline or in more sheltered corners of the beach.
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About the beach
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Often called 'Long Beach', this curving stretch of fine sand is the longest on the Costa Smeralda. Clear water, a gentle slope and parking behind the dunes make it one of the area's most practical premium beaches. Suitable for families with children.
Beach features
- Sand: sand — Sandy beach, easy to lay a towel on and family-friendly.
- Seabed: gently sloping
- Exposure: Southeast — spectacular sunsets over the sea
- Services: Beach club, Bar, Restaurant, Equipment rental, Showers, Restrooms
- Info: Sheltered from the Mistral, Mediterranean scrubland
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Verified on 6 May 2026 · Sources: OpenStreetMap, Sito istituzionale Sardegna Turismo
Wind at the beach
Mistral from the west
Speed
29 km/h
Gusts 51 km/h
Offshore
Blowing from the land: tends to keep the sea calmer.
Sea details
- Sea: Calm
- Waves: 0.3 m
- Water temperature: 23°C· above average
- Wind direction: Mistral (west)
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
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.