Overview
A small cove set among wind-sculpted pink granite rocks, with light sand and immediately turquoise water. Sheltered from northern winds — ideal on Maestrale days; car access is regulated in high season.
Punta Molentis
Acceptable conditions
Sustained gusts for most of the day. Wind from land, but little shelter on this beach. Better in the morning.
AURA Score
6.0
6.0Mattina
6.6
Acceptable conditions
Pomeriggio
5.5
Not at its best
Accesso e regole
Accesso contingentato e a pagamento
Punta Molentis è a numero chiuso: non serve prenotare online. Presentati direttamente all’ingresso; l’accesso è consentito fino a esaurimento dei posti disponibili. È consentito un ombrellone per nucleo familiare o gruppo, da posizionare secondo le indicazioni del personale.
Limited access / Special rulesTicketLimited capacityOfficial website
Verifica sempre le regole aggiornate sul sito ufficiale prima di partire.
Hourly cloud cover trend
100%light08
25%light10
48%light12
100%light14
100%dense16
98%light18
100%dense20
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
Villasimius · Sud
A small cove set among wind-sculpted pink granite rocks, with light sand and immediately turquoise water. Sheltered from northern winds — ideal on Maestrale days; car access is regulated in high season. Suitable for families with children.
Beach features
- Sand: sand — Sandy beach, comfortable for laying out a towel.
- Seabed: gently sloping
- Exposure: East — spectacular sunrises over the sea
- Services: Beach club, Bar, Restaurant, Restrooms, Sunbed and umbrella rentalDisponibilità stagionale: verifica prima di partire.
- Info: Limited access in high season, Sheltered from the Mistral
Beach characteristics, including child suitability, accessibility and services, are indicative and may change. Always verify locally.
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Verified on 6 May 2026 · Sources: OpenStreetMap, Comune di Villasimius (Regolamento Area Marina Protetta), SardegnaTurismo
Why go
A go-to choice for anyone visiting southern 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.